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Dean Park

NSW 2761 • Greater Sydney

3,180
Population (2021)
$39,156
Median Income
1.51 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalFamily-FriendlySuburbanAffordableDiverse

About Dean Park

Dean Park is a residential suburb in Sydney's outer west, located approximately 38 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Blacktown. With a population of 3,180 and a median household income of $1,846 per week, the suburb is broadly in line with the broader western Sydney average and attracts a young, multicultural community with a median age of 35. The suburb has a notably diverse demographic, with significant Filipino, Indian, and Pacific Islander communities, and more than half of residents have at least one parent born overseas.

Dean Park is a quiet, predominantly residential area of brick homes and newer developments, with local parks and green reserves providing recreational space for its many families. Bus services connect residents to Blacktown and Quakers Hill railway stations on the T1 Western Line, offering access to the Sydney CBD in around 45 minutes from Blacktown. The suburb is conveniently positioned near the M7 Motorway and Richmond Road corridor, and nearby shopping precincts at Quakers Hill Marketplace and Blacktown CBD meet most daily retail and services needs.

Dean Park falls under postcode 2761 and is governed by Blacktown Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Blacktown electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2761
Urban Area
Quakers Hill
LGA / Council
Blacktown
Federal Electorate
Chifley
State Electorate
Blacktown
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.74°, 150.86°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.51 km²
Elevation
39m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Quakers Hill
2.5 km
30 min
Blacktown
3 km
N/A (bus recommended)

Bus Services

  • Route 750 — Blacktown Station 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
38 km
By Train
~45 min to Town Hall / Central via T1 Western Line from Blacktown Station
By Car (Peak)
50-65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-40 min

🛣️ M7 nearby for connections south; bus to Blacktown or Quakers Hill for train

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential suburb with limited walkable amenities; bus or car required for most errands and train access

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Dean Park by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Dean Park Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Dean Park" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,102
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
35 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.8%

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,227
Census 2021
3,180
▼ 1.5% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,176
Income 2021
$39,156
▲ 18.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,766
Born Overseas 1,232

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 271
  • 2. India 192
  • 3. New Zealand 81
  • 4. England 39
  • 5. Fiji 35
  • 6. Turkey 30
  • 7. Vietnam 28
  • 8. Lebanon 26
  • 9. Malta 25
  • 10. Samoa 23

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 680
English 604
Filipino 357
Indian 180
Irish 139
Maltese 138
Scottish 135
Australian Aboriginal 133
Hungarian 110
Lebanese 97

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

975
Both parents born in Australia
1,696
Both parents born overseas
301
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
56.1%
No Religion
21.3%
Islam
5.9%
Hinduism
4.7%
Sikhism
3.5%
Buddhism
1.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
220 (6.9%)
5-14 years
426 (13.4%)
15-19 years
182 (5.7%)
20-24 years
210 (6.6%)
25-34 years
511 (16.1%)
35-44 years
454 (14.3%)
45-54 years
337 (10.6%)
55-64 years
376 (11.8%)
65-74 years
266 (8.4%)
75-84 years
123 (3.9%)
85+ years
86 (2.7%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dean Park known for? +

Dean Park is known as a quiet, family-oriented suburb with a highly multicultural character, particularly strong Filipino, Indian, and Pacific Islander communities. It offers affordable housing within western Sydney with convenient access to Blacktown's retail and transport.

How far is Dean Park from Sydney CBD? +

Dean Park is approximately 38 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD. The journey takes around 45 minutes by train from nearby Blacktown station on the T1 Western Line, or 35–65 minutes by car depending on traffic.

Does Dean Park have public transport? +

Dean Park is served by local bus routes connecting to Blacktown and Quakers Hill railway stations, both on the T1 Western Line. There is no train station within the suburb itself, but bus links are reliable and train access is straightforward from either station.

What is the population of Dean Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dean Park has a population of 3,180 with a median age of 35. It is a highly diverse community — the top ancestries include Filipino, Australian, English, and Indian, with large Pacific Islander and Middle Eastern communities also present.

Is Dean Park a good place to live? +

Dean Park suits families and young working adults seeking affordable housing in outer-western Sydney. Its multicultural community, proximity to Blacktown's commercial hub, and access to the T1 Western Line make it a practical and welcoming suburb for those comfortable with a car-dependent lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Dean Park? +

The postcode for Dean Park is 2761.