Penrith Property Investment Overview

Suburb research data for Penrith, NSW 2750 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.

Government Public Data Price 2026 Rent 2026
Median House Price
$680,000
2026 data
Gross Rental Yield
2.9%
Weekly Rent
$380
Renter Demand
80%
of residents rent
Vacancy Rate
0.6%
Low — tight market
Population
17,966
Suburb residents

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📍 Suburb Overview

State NSW
Postcode 2750
Median house price $680,000
Median unit price
Weekly rent (median) $380/wk (unlock cashflow model)
Gross yield 2.9% (unlock risk & score)
Renter % 79.6%
Vacancy rate 0.64%
Population 17,966
Median household income $72,644/yr
Owner-occupied 20.4%
Median age 36 yrs
Total dwellings 5,924

🛡️ Safety & Crime

Reported crime level High reported crime
Incidents / 1,000 residents 483

Penrith shows well above-average reported crime compared with other NSW suburbs, based on 2024 state police data.

Source: NSW police / crime statistics. Reported offences vary by category and reporting practices — check current local figures before deciding.

Investment Signals

Confidence: High High

Multiple core metrics are available, including price, rent/yield and population or demand indicators.

Last updated: 2026 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.

Low vacancy (0.6%) — tight rental market
High renter proportion (80%) — strong rental demand base
🚩 High reported crime (483 incidents/1,000 residents) — NSW reported data 2024
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Price History

Source: NSW_FairTrading_BondLodgements. Suburb-level medians — not individual sale prices.

🏫 Schools

Schools in suburb 4
Primary 3
Secondary 1
Schools in Penrith
Penrith Public School Primary · Government
Penrith South Public School Primary · Government
Wadangali Public School Primary · Government
Penrith High School Secondary · Government
School locations from state education departments / ACARA. List reflects schools located within the suburb.

🏷️ Recent Sales

Actual settled transactions — the most recent sales recorded in this suburb.

Address Sold Price Type Land
115 Derby St, Penrith NSW 2750 2026-06-11 $575,000 Residence 86 m²
72 Union Rd, Penrith NSW 2750 2026-06-10 $600,000 Residence
29 Jack Williams Dr, Penrith NSW 2750 2026-06-09 $6,600,000 Warehouse 2,010 m²
144 High St, Penrith NSW 2750 2026-06-09 $651,000 Residence
24 Hornseywood Ave, Penrith NSW 2750 2026-06-09 $1,055,000 Residence 550 m²
125 Stafford St, Penrith NSW 2750 2026-06-09 $1,255,000 Residence 771 m²
1 The Crescent, Penrith NSW 2750 2026-06-05 $412,000 Residence
12 Hope St, Penrith NSW 2750 2026-06-05 $490,000 Residence
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Source: NSW Valuer-General. Individual settled sales, most recent first.

💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice
Purchase price $680,000
Deposit (20%) $136,000
Loan (80% LVR) $544,000
Weekly rent $380/wk
Annual rent income $19,760/yr
Est. annual interest -$••,•••
Mgmt fees + costs -$•,•••
Est. net cashflow +/- $••,•••/yr
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Penrith a good suburb to invest in?

Penrith has a high renter proportion (80%) and a low vacancy rate, suggesting tight rental demand. Use this data as a research signal only. Always conduct property-level due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making any investment decision.

What is the median house price in Penrith?

The median house price in Penrith is approximately $680,000 based on 2026 public data.

What is the rental yield in Penrith?

The indicative gross rental yield in Penrith is 2.9%, based on a median weekly rent of $380 against a median price of $680,000. This is general data only — actual yields vary by property, condition and market timing.

How does Penrith compare to other suburbs?

Use the suburb comparison tool to compare Penrith against other Australian suburbs by price, yield, vacancy and renter demand.

Is Penrith a safe suburb?

Penrith shows well above-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in NSW, based on 2024 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 483 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.

What schools are in Penrith?

Penrith has 4 known schools, including Penrith Public School, Penrith South Public School, Wadangali Public School, Penrith High School. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.

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