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St Andrews

NSW 2566 • Greater Sydney

5,785
Population (2021)
$95,524
Median Household Income
2.08 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableYoung Families

About St Andrews

St Andrews is a residential suburb in the City of Campbelltown in Sydney's South West, approximately 50 km from the Sydney CBD. With a 2021 population of 5,730 residents, the suburb sits within a well-established urban area and borders neighbouring suburbs including Minto and Bow Bowing. Originally developed in the 1970s and 1980s, St Andrews offers a mix of detached family homes on generous blocks, with a strong sense of community and affordable entry-level property prices. The suburb is named after Scotland's patron saint, reflecting the area's historical connections.

St Andrews is a family-oriented suburb with good local amenities including St Andrews Public School, parks, and sporting grounds. Campbelltown CBD is just a short drive away, offering major shopping centres, hospitals, the arts precinct, and rail links to Sydney. The nearest train station is Minto (approximately 2 km), providing access to the T8 Airport & South Line. The suburb attracts young families and first-home buyers drawn by affordable housing, green space, and proximity to both Campbelltown services and the emerging Western Sydney employment hub.

St Andrews falls under postcode 2566 and is governed by Campbelltown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Macquarie Fields electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2566
Urban Area
Raby - St Andrews - Kearns
LGA / Council
Campbelltown
Federal Electorate
Macarthur
State Electorate
Macquarie Fields
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.02°, 150.83°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.08 km²
Elevation
47m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$950K
63 sales · ▲ 4.9% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$685K
5 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.5%

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Minto Station
2 km
25 min or short drive

Bus Services

  • 862, 866 — Campbelltown Station 15-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
50 km
By Train
Approx 60-70 min from Minto to Central Station (T8 line)
By Car (Peak)
60-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45 min

🛣️ M5 Motorway and Hume Hwy are main road routes; Minto Station is most convenient rail access

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Good footpaths and parks; local shops and school walkable but most amenities require a short drive or bus

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
176.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.8%
Motor vehicle theft
179 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
417.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
15.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.2%
Steal from vehicle
323.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.4%
View all 62 offence types for Campbelltown →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,730
Census 2021
5,785
▲ 1.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$34,060
Personal Income 2021
$38,636
▲ 13.4% 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
$38,636 / yr
$743/wk
Household
$95,524 / yr
$1837/wk
Family
$102,076 / yr
$1963/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,691
Born Overseas 1,809

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 202
  • 2. India 187
  • 3. New Zealand 105
  • 4. England 103
  • 5. Lebanon 98
  • 6. Fiji 95
  • 7. Iraq 67
  • 8. Bangladesh 64
  • 9. Pakistan 47
  • 10. South Africa 46

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,610
English 1,379
Scottish 368
Irish 365
Indian 301
Filipino 290
Lebanese 260
Australian Aboriginal 239
Italian 169
Samoan 135

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,128
Both parents born in Australia
2,662
Both parents born overseas
679
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.7%
No Religion
20.7%
Islam
11.4%
Hinduism
5.4%
Buddhism
1.7%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
369 (6.4%)
5-14 years
855 (14.8%)
15-19 years
378 (6.5%)
20-24 years
355 (6.1%)
25-34 years
786 (13.6%)
35-44 years
798 (13.8%)
45-54 years
678 (11.7%)
55-64 years
797 (13.8%)
65-74 years
564 (9.7%)
75-84 years
170 (2.9%)
85+ years
26 (0.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What train line serves St Andrews NSW? +

The nearest train station to St Andrews is Minto Station, about 2 km away, on the T8 Airport & South Line. Trains run to Sydney Central in approximately 60-70 minutes.

What schools are in St Andrews NSW? +

St Andrews Public School is the main government primary school within the suburb. Secondary students typically attend schools in nearby Minto or Campbelltown.

Is St Andrews NSW a good suburb for families? +

Yes — St Andrews offers affordable family homes, parkland, a local public school, and easy access to Campbelltown's full range of services including hospitals, shopping, and entertainment.

How far is St Andrews NSW from Sydney CBD? +

St Andrews is approximately 50 km southwest of Sydney CBD, about 60-70 minutes by train from Minto Station or 45-90 minutes by car depending on traffic.

What is the population of St Andrews NSW? +

St Andrews had a population of 5,730 according to the 2021 Census.

What is the average income in St Andrews? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in St Andrews is about $743 per week (around $38,600 per year). The median household income is $1,837 per week and the median family income is $1,963 per week.

What is the median house price in St Andrews? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $950,000, up 4.9% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $685,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of St Andrews? +

The median age in St Andrews is 36. The largest age group is 5–14 (855 residents, around 15%). Around 28% of residents are under 20 and about 13% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is St Andrews a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. St Andrews is part of the Campbelltown 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.

What is the population of St Andrews? +

St Andrews had a population of 5,785 at the 2021 Census, up 1.0% from 5,730 in 2016.

How much is rent in St Andrews? +

In St Andrews, the median weekly rent is $400, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,000 (2021 Census).