Peakhurst Heights
NSW 2210 • Greater Sydney
About Peakhurst Heights
Peakhurst Heights is a quiet residential suburb in southern Sydney, located 21 kilometres south of the CBD in the Georges River Council area. With a population of approximately 2,520, it is a small, predominantly family-oriented community. The suburb has a median weekly personal income of $862 and a median age in the mid-40s, reflecting its established, mature demographic. Peakhurst Heights sits on elevated terrain bordered by Salt Pan Creek and bushland reserves.
Peakhurst Heights offers a peaceful, suburban lifestyle with tree-lined streets and generous blocks of land. The suburb attracts families seeking a quiet neighbourhood within reach of Hurstville's shopping and dining precinct. Local amenities include Peakhurst Park, several primary schools, and small neighbourhood shops. The housing stock is predominantly single-storey brick homes from the 1960s-70s, with some modern renovations. Bushwalking trails along Salt Pan Creek provide a natural escape.
Peakhurst Heights falls under postcode 2210 and is governed by Georges River Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oatley electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 940 — Hurstville to Peakhurst Heights 10 min to Hurstville
- 941 — Mortdale to Peakhurst Heights 6-8 min to Mortdale station
- 943 — Peakhurst to Roselands via Riverwood 15 min to Riverwood
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ No train station in suburb; bus to Mortdale or Hurstville then train to city
Limited shops within walking distance; most residents drive to Hurstville or nearby centres
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Lugarno Public School ICSEA 10999153 9843 Old Forest Rd
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Monterra Avenue South
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Samuel & Rona Sts
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Peakhurst Public School ICSEA 10439153 9157 65A Bonds Rd
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Peakhurst South Public School ICSEA 10619153 7256 45A Pindari Road
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Peakhurst West Public School ICSEA 10239153 9767 Ogilvy St
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Hannans Road Public School ICSEA 9879153 8170 Hannans Rd
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Riverwood Public School ICSEA 9589153 8757 Union St
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35 Lilian Road
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Thurlow Street
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 Peakhurst Heights by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Peakhurst Heights Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Peakhurst Heights" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
30 state housing + 14 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. China 81
- 2. Greece 46
- 3. England 39
- 4. New Zealand 26
- 5. Egypt 22
- 6. Italy 22
- 7. Lebanon 22
- 8. Malaysia 22
- 9. North Macedonia 18
- 10. United States 14
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)