Emu Heights
NSW 2750 • Greater Sydney
About Emu Heights
Emu Heights is a residential suburb on the western fringe of Sydney, located 58 kilometres west of the CBD at the base of the Blue Mountains in the City of Penrith. With a population of 3,205 at the 2021 census and a median age of 38, it covers 3.4 square kilometres at 44 metres elevation. Established in 1831, the suburb sits between the Nepean River and the Blue Mountains escarpment, offering a mix of established homes and newer developments with a bushland backdrop.
Emu Heights offers a family-friendly lifestyle at the gateway to the Blue Mountains, with bushwalking tracks, the Nepean River, and Emu Plains sporting facilities all nearby. The suburb features the Emu Heights Community Centre and is close to Penrith's major shopping and entertainment precincts including Panthers and Westfield Penrith. It attracts families seeking affordable homes with space, mountain views, and easy M4 motorway access to western Sydney employment hubs.
Emu Heights falls under postcode 2750 and is governed by Penrith Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Penrith electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 685 — Penrith Station via Emu Heights 10 min
- 690 — Richmond via Emu Plains 20 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ M4 Motorway provides access to Parramatta (30 min) and Sydney CBD. Penrith is the main local centre.
Some local amenities and bus stops walkable. Penrith shops require a short drive or bus ride. Good bushwalking access.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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75 MacKellar Street
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Emu Heights Public School ICSEA 1006Wedmore Rd
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Emu Plains Public School ICSEA 993Emerald St
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Leonay Public School ICSEA 1049Buring Ave
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Great Western Hwy
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49 Forbes Street
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Caloola Ave
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Penrith High School ICSEA 1186High St
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Penrith Public School ICSEA 98651 High St
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Penrith South Public School ICSEA 958Jamison Rd
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30-36 Higgins Street
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Jamison High School ICSEA 964Maxwell & Evan Sts
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Jamisontown Public School ICSEA 980Thurwood Ave
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York Public School ICSEA 973Evan St
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150 Fragar Road
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 Emu Heights by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Emu Heights Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Emu Heights" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
22 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 128
- 2. New Zealand 22
- 3. Philippines 21
- 4. South Africa 18
- 5. Scotland 16
- 6. Germany 15
- 7. Ireland 14
- 8. Netherlands 13
- 9. Italy 11
- 10. India 10
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)