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Parklea

NSW 2768 • Greater Sydney

3,684
Population (2021)
$147,264
Median Household Income
1.06 km²
Area
$550/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbMulticulturalFamily-FriendlyTransport Hub

About Parklea

Parklea is a rapidly developing suburb in Sydney's northwest, located 40 kilometres from the CBD in Blacktown City. With a population of 3,684 and a young median age of 35, it's a diverse multicultural community with significant Indian, Filipino, and Chinese populations. The area has experienced substantial growth with new housing developments and improved infrastructure catering to young families and first-home buyers.

Life in Parklea offers modern suburban living with excellent public transport connections to Sydney CBD and Parramatta. The suburb features contemporary shopping centres, quality schools, and recreational facilities including parks and sporting venues. The diverse community creates a vibrant atmosphere with various cultural festivals and dining options, appealing to professionals and families seeking affordable housing with strong connectivity to employment centres.

Parklea falls under postcode 2768 and is governed by Blacktown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Riverstone electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2768
Urban Area
Parklea - Glenwood - Acacia Gardens
LGA / Council
Blacktown
Federal Electorate
Greenway
State Electorate
Riverstone
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.73°, 150.92°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.06 km²
Elevation
81m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Parklea for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.43M
29 sales · ▼ 1.3% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$683K
20 sales · ▲ 0.4% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$550
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
3.5 people
Median Age
35 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.5%

0 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Schofields Station
3 km
35 min
Quakers Hill Station
4 km
45 min

Bus Services

  • Route 745, 746 — Blacktown/Parramatta 25-35 min
  • Route 620X, 621X — Sydney CBD 60-75 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
40 km
By Train
75 min
By Bus
90 min
By Car (Peak)
75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50 min

🛣️ Excellent public transport with direct trains and buses to CBD and Parramatta

Walkability Good public transport

Well-connected suburb with regular trains and buses to major centres

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Blacktown Local Government Area, which contains Parklea. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
158.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.5%
Motor vehicle theft
164.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
397.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
22.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.6%
Steal from vehicle
270 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.7%
View all 62 offence types for Blacktown →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,465
Census 2021
3,684
▲ 6.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$43,004
Personal Income 2021
$50,700
▲ 17.9% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$50,700 / yr
$975/wk
Household
$147,264 / yr
$2832/wk
Family
$146,328 / yr
$2814/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,926
Born Overseas 1,556

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 473
  • 2. Philippines 134
  • 3. Fiji 97
  • 4. Sri Lanka 71
  • 5. New Zealand 66
  • 6. China 58
  • 7. Iran 47
  • 8. Vietnam 43
  • 9. England 37
  • 10. Lebanon 33

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Indian 585
Australian 349
English 298
Filipino 180
Chinese 142
Italian 66
Irish 58
Scottish 51
Lebanese 32
Sri Lankan 31

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

401
Both parents born in Australia
1,755
Both parents born overseas
171
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
26.1%
Hinduism
13.0%
No Religion
10.3%
Sikhism
6.1%
Islam
4.9%
Buddhism
1.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
153 (4.2%)
5-14 years
379 (10.3%)
15-19 years
208 (5.6%)
20-24 years
312 (8.5%)
25-34 years
761 (20.7%)
35-44 years
798 (21.7%)
45-54 years
530 (14.4%)
55-64 years
324 (8.8%)
65-74 years
156 (4.2%)
75-84 years
55 (1.5%)
85+ years
8 (0.2%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Parklea known for? +

Parklea is a rapidly developing suburb in Sydney's northwest, located 40 kilometres from the CBD in Blacktown City. With a population of 3,684 and a young median age of 35, it's a diverse multicultural community with significant Indian, Filipino, and Chinese populations.

How far is Parklea from Sydney CBD? +

Parklea is approximately 40 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around 75 min during peak hour and 50 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately 75 min.

Does Parklea have public transport? +

Parklea is served by Schofields Station station (3 km, approximately 35 min walk) on the T1 North Shore & Western Line. Local bus services including Route 745, 746 also connect residents to Blacktown/Parramatta.

What is the population of Parklea? +

According to the 2021 Census, Parklea has a population of approximately 3,684 residents.

Is Parklea a good place to live? +

Parklea is considered a good place for families, with a suburban setting and access to schools, parks, and local services. Its community character makes it appealing to households at various life stages.

What is the postcode for Parklea? +

The postcode for Parklea in NSW is 2768.

What is the average income in Parklea? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Parklea is about $975 per week (around $50,700 per year). The median household income is $2,832 per week and the median family income is $2,814 per week.

What is the median house price in Parklea? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,432,500, down 1.3% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $682,500, up 0.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Parklea? +

The median age in Parklea is 35. The largest age group is 35–44 (798 residents, around 22%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 6% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Parklea a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Parklea is part of the Blacktown LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Parklea? +

In Parklea, the median weekly rent is $550, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,600 (2021 Census).