Old Toongabbie
NSW 2146 • Greater Sydney
About Old Toongabbie
Old Toongabbie is an established suburb in Sydney's west within the City of Parramatta, about 29 km from the CBD. The 2021 Census records a population of 3,276, with a mixed profile of families, long-term residents and newer households. It is one of the earliest post-colonial settlement areas in New South Wales and has deep historical significance in the region. The suburb today is primarily residential with a suburban streetscape and access to major western Sydney corridors.
Residents rely on nearby Toongabbie, Winston Hills and Parramatta centres for major retail, employment and services, while local schools and parks support day-to-day family life. Public transport is mainly bus-based, with rail access typically via Toongabbie and Wentworthville stations. Road connectivity to Cumberland Highway and nearby arterials supports commuting across western Sydney. Old Toongabbie is popular with families seeking established housing and good access to Sydney's west and north-west job markets.
Old Toongabbie falls under postcode 2146 and is governed by Parramatta Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Winston Hills electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Parramatta and Blacktown corridor buses — Parramatta CBD 25-45 min
- Local feeder routes — Toongabbie and Wentworthville stations 10-25 min
- Cross-suburban services — Winston Hills / Seven Hills precincts 20-40 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Most public transport trips involve a short bus or drive connection to nearby rail stations.
Local streets are walkable for schools and parks, but many commuters depend on bus links, rail connections and cars.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Metella Road Public School ICSEA 10729636 1922 117-131 Metella Road
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9631 3079 59 Fitzwilliam Rd
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Toongabbie Public School ICSEA 10639631 3079 59 Fitzwilliam Rd
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Toongabbie West Public School ICSEA 10469631 3610 Ballandella Rd
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Old Toongabbie, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Old Toongabbie by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Old Toongabbie Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Old Toongabbie" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
5 state housing + 9 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. India 172
- 2. Sri Lanka 98
- 3. England 72
- 4. New Zealand 68
- 5. China 60
- 6. South Korea 55
- 7. Lebanon 47
- 8. Philippines 34
- 9. Fiji 33
- 10. Malta 19
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)