Orchard Hills

NSW 2748 • Greater Sydney

1,798
Population (2021)
$43,888
Median Income
43.07 km²
Area
53m
Elevation

About Orchard Hills

Orchard Hills is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Penrith (City) area. With a population of 1,798 and a median income of $43,888, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 43.07 km² at an elevation of 53m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Orchard Hills is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Orchard Hills falls under postcode 2748 and is governed by Penrith Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Badgerys Creek electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2748
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.81°, 150.73°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
43.07 km²
Elevation
53m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,550
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
47 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,877
Census 2021
1,798
4.2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,920
Income 2021
$43,888
18.9% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,334
Born Overseas 415

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Malta 72
  • 2. England 45
  • 3. Italy 41
  • 4. Lebanon 32
  • 5. India 19
  • 6. Croatia 17
  • 7. Scotland 14
  • 8. Germany 12
  • 9. Fiji 11
  • 10. Netherlands 11
  • 11. Egypt 10
  • 12. Iraq 10
  • 13. Greece 9
  • 14. Malaysia 9
  • 15. New Zealand 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 492
English 442
Maltese 263
Italian 207
Lebanese 115
Scottish 105
Irish 99
Greek 59
German 58
Croatian 49

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

779
Both parents born in Australia
754
Both parents born overseas
219
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
73.5%
No Religion
17.0%
Islam
3.1%
Sikhism
1.6%
Hinduism
1.2%
Buddhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
63 (3.5%)
5-14 years
193 (10.7%)
15-19 years
127 (7.1%)
20-24 years
153 (8.5%)
25-34 years
169 (9.4%)
35-44 years
157 (8.7%)
45-54 years
270 (15.0%)
55-64 years
298 (16.6%)
65-74 years
190 (10.6%)
75-84 years
144 (8.0%)
85+ years
40 (2.2%)

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