North Richmond
NSW 2754 • Greater Sydney
About North Richmond
North Richmond is a residential suburb located in the City of Hawkesbury, approximately 55 kilometres north-west of Sydney CBD on the banks of the Hawkesbury River. With a population of around 6,358 residents, it is one of the more established communities in the Hawkesbury region, offering a blend of suburban living and semi-rural character. The suburb sits adjacent to the Richmond township and benefits from proximity to the Richmond RAAF Base, which is a major employer in the area.
North Richmond offers a relaxed outer-suburban lifestyle with access to local schools, parks, and the Hawkesbury River for recreation. The broader Richmond-Windsor area provides shopping, dining, and healthcare facilities, while Sydney CBD is reachable by train from nearby Richmond Station. The suburb attracts families and first-home buyers seeking more affordable housing while still maintaining a connection to Greater Sydney through the T1 Richmond line.
North Richmond falls under postcode 2754 and is governed by Hawkesbury Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hawkesbury electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 670, 671, 672 — Windsor, Penrith, Blacktown interchange 20-40 min
- Local feeder buses — Richmond Station 5-10 min
Commute to Sydney
🛣️ Richmond Station is the end of the T1 Richmond Line; trains run frequently to Blacktown and Sydney CBD. Peak-hour congestion on Richmond Road and the M7 is common.
North Richmond has walkable access to nearby shops, schools, and parks within the local area. The Richmond town centre is a short distance away, though most residents rely on cars for commuting and larger errands.
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesNorth Richmond Shopping Centre Riverview Street North Richmond 2754 NSW
Schools
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Colo High School ICSEA 1001Bells Line of Road
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Richmond North Public School ICSEA 984Grose Vale Rd
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 North Richmond by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View North Richmond Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "North Richmond" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
67 state housing + 8 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 241
- 2. India 86
- 3. New Zealand 66
- 4. Philippines 37
- 5. Scotland 36
- 6. Malta 34
- 7. Italy 31
- 8. Netherlands 31
- 9. South Africa 29
- 10. Ireland 25
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)