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St Helens Park

NSW 2560 • Greater Sydney

6,647
Population (2021)
$96,200
Median Household Income
5.17 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyMulticulturalAffordableSuburbanGrowth Suburb

About St Helens Park

St Helens Park is a residential suburb within the City of Campbelltown in Sydney's south-west, located approximately 50 kilometres from the Sydney CBD. With a population of 6,647 in a compact area of 5.2 square kilometres, it is a predominantly residential locality within the Greater Sydney statistical region, despite its rural locality classification. The median household income of $1,850 per week and a median age of 33 indicate a young, growing, family-oriented community.

The suburb is characterised by its multicultural makeup, with significant communities of Filipino, Samoan, Indian, and Lebanese backgrounds alongside a strong Australian and English ancestry base. St Helens Park is served by nearby Campbelltown's extensive retail, healthcare, and transport infrastructure, including Campbelltown train station on the T8 Airport & South line. Its affordable housing, larger household sizes, and young demographic make it popular with first home buyers and growing families seeking suburban space within the Greater Sydney basin.

St Helens Park falls under postcode 2560 and is governed by Campbelltown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Campbelltown electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2560
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Campbelltown
Federal Electorate
Macarthur
State Electorate
Campbelltown
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.11°, 150.81°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
5.17 km²
Elevation
138m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$900K
105 sales · ▲ 7.1% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$748K
12 sales · ▲ 5.3% 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)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,966
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
33 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
3.6%

67 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Campbelltown
4 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Route 851, 852 — Campbelltown Station / Macarthur Square 15-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
55 km
By Train
55 min from Campbelltown via T8
By Car (Peak)
55 min-1 hr 10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45-55 min

🛣️ South Western Sydney; adjacent to Campbelltown; close to Macarthur Square

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential suburb with minimal walkable amenity; bus to Campbelltown for most needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near St Helens Park, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

St Helen's Park
St Helens Park Drive, St Helens Park • SHR #00406

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Campbelltown Local Government Area, which contains St Helens Park. 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
6,602
Census 2021
6,647
▲ 0.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$37,336
Personal Income 2021
$41,288
▲ 10.6% 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
$41,288 / yr
$794/wk
Household
$96,200 / yr
$1850/wk
Family
$103,376 / yr
$1988/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,872
Born Overseas 1,568

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 144
  • 2. Philippines 124
  • 3. England 119
  • 4. India 93
  • 5. Fiji 80
  • 6. Samoa 80
  • 7. Iraq 50
  • 8. Vietnam 49
  • 9. Chile 48
  • 10. Pakistan 42

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,281
English 2,017
Irish 480
Scottish 455
Australian Aboriginal 379
German 210
Indian 205
Filipino 201
Italian 177
Samoan 157

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,079
Both parents born in Australia
2,376
Both parents born overseas
922
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.9%
No Religion
29.4%
Islam
6.2%
Buddhism
2.5%
Hinduism
2.0%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
522 (7.9%)
5-14 years
1,034 (15.6%)
15-19 years
456 (6.9%)
20-24 years
460 (6.9%)
25-34 years
978 (14.7%)
35-44 years
977 (14.7%)
45-54 years
833 (12.5%)
55-64 years
740 (11.1%)
65-74 years
430 (6.5%)
75-84 years
176 (2.6%)
85+ years
38 (0.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is St Helens Park known for? +

St Helens Park is a residential suburb within the City of Campbelltown in Sydney's south-west, located approximately 50 kilometres from the Sydney CBD.

How far is St Helens Park from Sydney CBD? +

St Helens Park is a rural locality in NSW. Access to the nearest CBD requires a private vehicle, as public transport options are very limited.

Does St Helens Park have public transport? +

St Helens Park has no public transport services. A private vehicle is essential for all travel in this area.

What is the population of St Helens Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, St Helens Park has a population of approximately 6,647 residents.

Is St Helens Park a good place to live? +

St Helens Park 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 St Helens Park? +

The postcode for St Helens Park in NSW is 2560.

What is the average income in St Helens Park? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in St Helens Park is about $794 per week (around $41,300 per year). The median household income is $1,850 per week and the median family income is $1,988 per week.

What is the median house price in St Helens Park? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $900,000, up 7.1% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $747,500, up 5.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of St Helens Park? +

The median age in St Helens Park is 33. The largest age group is 5–14 (1,034 residents, around 16%). Around 30% of residents are under 20 and about 10% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is St Helens Park a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. St Helens Park 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.

How much is rent in St Helens Park? +

In St Helens Park, the median weekly rent is $400, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,966 (2021 Census).