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Werrington

NSW 2747 • Greater Sydney

5,328
Population (2021)
$83,460
Median Household Income
4.51 km²
Area
$360/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyUniversity TownAffordableGrowth SuburbMulticultural

About Werrington

Werrington is a suburban locality in the City of Penrith, located approximately 49 kilometres west of Sydney CBD in Greater Western Sydney. The suburb has a population of around 5,328 (2021 Census) spread across 4.5 square kilometres. Werrington has a diverse, multicultural community and is home to the Western Sydney University Werrington campus, giving it a youthful, academic character.

The suburb offers convenient access to Penrith and St Marys commercial centres, both within a 10-minute drive. Werrington has its own train station on the T1 Western Line, providing direct services to Sydney CBD in about 54 minutes. Local parks, sporting fields, and the nearby Nepean River provide ample recreation opportunities. The area attracts young families and students seeking affordable housing with strong transport links to the city.

Werrington falls under postcode 2747 and is governed by Penrith Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Londonderry electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2747
Urban Area
Penrith - Inner East
LGA / Council
Penrith
Federal Electorate
Lindsay
State Electorate
Londonderry
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.76°, 150.75°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
4.51 km²
Elevation
31m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.04M
71 sales · ▲ 17.7% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$718K
115 sales · ▲ 5.5% 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)
$360
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
32 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
6.7%

81 state housing + 46 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Werrington
0.5 km
6 min
Kingswood
2.5 km
30 min
St Marys
3.5 km
N/A (drive)
Penrith
5 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • 775 — Werrington to Penrith Station 15 min
  • 789 — Werrington to St Marys 10 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
49 km
By Train
54 min
By Bus
N/A (train preferred)
By Car (Peak)
60-75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45 min

🛣️ Direct train services run every 10 minutes on the T1 Western Line to Central Station.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some amenities are within walking distance, particularly near the train station. University campus adds pedestrian activity.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Rose Cottage and Early Slab Hut
Water Street, Werrington • SHR #01392

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
204.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.0%
Motor vehicle theft
195 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.6%
Non-DV assault
454.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
19.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.0%
Steal from vehicle
373.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.7%
View all 62 offence types for Penrith →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,031
Census 2021
5,328
▲ 32.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$33,436
Personal Income 2021
$41,912
▲ 25.3% 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
$41,912 / yr
$806/wk
Household
$83,460 / yr
$1605/wk
Family
$98,020 / yr
$1885/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,186
Born Overseas 1,805

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 302
  • 2. Philippines 230
  • 3. Nepal 165
  • 4. New Zealand 165
  • 5. England 77
  • 6. China 61
  • 7. Fiji 54
  • 8. Samoa 53
  • 9. Bangladesh 42
  • 10. Pakistan 32

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,453
English 1,278
Indian 341
Irish 325
Filipino 296
Scottish 256
Australian Aboriginal 244
Chinese 169
Samoan 169
Maori 142

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,950
Both parents born in Australia
2,488
Both parents born overseas
520
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.1%
No Religion
30.0%
Hinduism
9.5%
Islam
4.0%
Sikhism
2.1%
Buddhism
1.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
462 (8.7%)
5-14 years
762 (14.3%)
15-19 years
306 (5.7%)
20-24 years
405 (7.6%)
25-34 years
945 (17.7%)
35-44 years
890 (16.7%)
45-54 years
615 (11.5%)
55-64 years
440 (8.3%)
65-74 years
341 (6.4%)
75-84 years
138 (2.6%)
85+ years
34 (0.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Werrington known for? +

Werrington is a suburban locality in the City of Penrith, located approximately 49 kilometres west of Sydney CBD in Greater Western Sydney. The suburb has a population of around 5,328 (2021 Census) spread across 4.5 square kilometres.

How far is Werrington from Sydney CBD? +

Werrington is approximately 49 km from Sydney. By car, the journey takes around 45 min off-peak and 60-75 min during peak hours.

Does Werrington have public transport? +

Werrington is served by Werrington (0.5 km away) on the T1 Western Line. Bus services also connect to Werrington to Penrith Station. The commute to Sydney CBD takes approximately 45 min by car.

What is the population of Werrington? +

According to the 2021 Census, Werrington has a population of approximately 5,328 residents. It is a well-established suburb within the Penrith (City).

Is Werrington a good place to live? +

Werrington offers affordable housing options and practical suburban living, making it a good choice for first home buyers, families, and those on a budget who still want access to regional amenities.

What is the postcode for Werrington? +

The postcode for Werrington, NSW is 2747.

What is the average income in Werrington? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Werrington is about $806 per week (around $41,900 per year). The median household income is $1,605 per week and the median family income is $1,885 per week.

What is the median house price in Werrington? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,045,000, up 17.7% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $717,500, up 5.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Werrington? +

The median age in Werrington is 32. The largest age group is 25–34 (945 residents, around 18%). Around 29% of residents are under 20 and about 10% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Werrington a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Werrington is part of the Penrith 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 Werrington? +

In Werrington, the median weekly rent is $360, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,950 (2021 Census).