Kenthurst

NSW 2156 • Greater Sydney

5,313
Population (2021)
$48,984
Median Income
45.49 km²
Area
$550/wk
Median Rent
Semi-RuralFamily-FriendlyAcreageHills DistrictLifestyle

About Kenthurst

Kenthurst is a semi-rural suburb in Sydney's Hills District, about 39 km north-west of the CBD within The Hills Shire. The 2021 Census population is 5,313, with many households on larger land parcels and a strong family profile. Historically linked to orcharding and small-scale agriculture, the area now blends acreage living with suburban services. Its character is leafy, low-density and community-oriented.

Residents use local village shops, schools and recreation facilities, while larger retail and employment centres are accessed in Castle Hill, Rouse Hill and Norwest. Public transport is primarily bus-based, with metro and heavy rail connections reached via nearby hubs. Car use remains common due to block sizes and dispersed destinations. Kenthurst appeals to families seeking space and a semi-rural lifestyle while staying connected to north-west Sydney growth precincts.

Kenthurst falls under postcode 2156 and is governed by The Hills Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Castle Hill electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2156
Urban Area
Baulkham Hills
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.64°, 150.97°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
45.49 km²
Elevation
53m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Hills Showground Metro
9 km
Not walkable
Castle Hill Metro
10 km
Not walkable
Cherrybrook Metro
12 km
Not walkable
Rouse Hill Metro
13 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • Hills district bus routes — Castle Hill and Rouse Hill centres 25-50 min
  • Feeder services — Sydney Metro Northwest stations 20-40 min
  • School and local connectors — Kellyville / Dural / Glenhaven 20-45 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
39 km
By Train
60-85 min (bus/drive to Metro + transfer)
By Bus
80-120 min (multi-leg)
By Car (Peak)
60-100 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45-65 min

🛣️ Most commuters connect via Sydney Metro Northwest stations for faster city access.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Some local destinations are reachable on foot, but most travel for work, shopping and transit is vehicle-based.

🛒 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 Kenthurst by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Kenthurst Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$550
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,280
Avg Household Size
3.3 people
Median Age
44 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.8%

3 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,037
Census 2021
5,313
5.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,496
Income 2021
$48,984
18.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,115
Born Overseas 1,058

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 170
  • 2. China 102
  • 3. Italy 83
  • 4. New Zealand 76
  • 5. Lebanon 58
  • 6. India 51
  • 7. South Africa 38
  • 8. Croatia 24
  • 9. Ireland 22
  • 10. Netherlands 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,798
Australian 1,786
Irish 534
Italian 519
Scottish 445
Chinese 224
Lebanese 218
Maltese 192
German 147
Croatian 98

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,732
Both parents born in Australia
1,664
Both parents born overseas
760
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
66.9%
No Religion
24.7%
Islam
2.0%
Buddhism
1.0%
Sikhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
211 (4.0%)
5-14 years
752 (14.2%)
15-19 years
441 (8.3%)
20-24 years
376 (7.1%)
25-34 years
409 (7.7%)
35-44 years
507 (9.5%)
45-54 years
848 (16.0%)
55-64 years
722 (13.6%)
65-74 years
613 (11.5%)
75-84 years
338 (6.4%)
85+ years
94 (1.8%)

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