Emu Plains
NSW 2750 • Greater Sydney
About Emu Plains
Emu Plains is a well-established suburb in western Sydney, located 58 kilometres west of the CBD at the foot of the Blue Mountains in the City of Penrith. With a population of around 8,100 residents, the suburb offers a mix of older homes on generous blocks and newer developments. The community is predominantly families and older couples, with a median age slightly above the Sydney average. Its position on the Nepean River flats gives the suburb a semi-rural feel despite being firmly within the metropolitan area.
The suburb benefits from its proximity to Penrith's extensive retail and dining precinct while maintaining a quieter residential character. Residents enjoy easy access to the Nepean River for kayaking and cycling, the historic Arms of Australia Inn museum, and nearby Blue Mountains bushwalking trails. The M4 Motorway provides direct car access to Parramatta and the CBD. Emu Plains attracts families seeking affordable housing with good public school options and commuters who value the express train services to the city.
Emu Plains 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 Great Western Hwy 10-15 min
- 770, 771 — Richmond, Windsor via Castlereagh 25-40 min
Commute to Sydney
🛣️ Last stop on T1 suburban network; frequent express services to Central
Station area and Great Western Highway corridor walkable; car needed for most residential streets
Supermarkets Nearby
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WoolworthsLennox Shopping Centre, Cnr Great Western Highway And Lawson Street Emu Plains 2750 NSW
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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Jamison High School ICSEA 964Maxwell & Evan Sts
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Jamisontown Public School ICSEA 980Thurwood Ave
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Caloola Ave
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Leonay Public School ICSEA 1049Buring Ave
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150 Fragar Road
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Great Western Hwy
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49 Forbes Street
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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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York Public School ICSEA 973Evan St
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Emu Plains, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 366
- 2. New Zealand 130
- 3. Ireland 47
- 4. Philippines 47
- 5. Germany 43
- 6. Scotland 43
- 7. Netherlands 35
- 8. South Africa 31
- 9. Greece 27
- 10. Fiji 25
- 11. India 24
- 12. Italy 23
- 13. China 22
- 14. Thailand 21
- 15. Malta 20
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)