Pendle Hill

NSW 2145 • Greater Sydney

7,743
Population (2021)
$40,196
Median Income
1.96 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyMulticulturalWell-ConnectedWestern SydneyAffordable

About Pendle Hill

Pendle Hill is a suburban locality in western Sydney, situated approximately 29 kilometres west of the CBD within the Cumberland Council local government area. With a population of around 7,743 residents recorded in the 2021 census, the suburb covers just under 2 square kilometres at an elevation of 52 metres. It is a well-established residential area reflecting the multicultural character of greater western Sydney, with a diverse community drawn from a wide range of cultural backgrounds.

The suburb offers everyday conveniences including a local Woolworths supermarket at Pendle Hill shopping centre, a train station on the T1 Western Line, and a range of neighbourhood parks and community facilities. Pendle Hill is particularly popular with families and working professionals seeking affordable housing within reasonable commuting distance of the CBD. The area borders Toongabbie, Girraween, and Wentworthville, giving residents access to a broad range of schools, dining options, and local services.

Pendle Hill falls under postcode 2145 and is governed by Cumberland Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Prospect electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2145
Urban Area
Holroyd
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.80°, 150.96°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.96 km²
Elevation
52m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Pendle Hill Station
0.4 km
5 min
Toongabbie Station
1.2 km
15 min
Wentworthville Station
1.8 km
22 min
Girraween Station
2 km
24 min

Bus Services

  • 747, 748 — Parramatta / Blacktown ~20 min to Parramatta
  • 750, 753 — Seven Hills / Westmead ~15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
29 km
By Train
~45 min via T1 Western Line to Central
By Bus
~60 min via Parramatta interchange
By Car (Peak)
~50–65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~35 min

🛣️ Pendle Hill Station provides direct T1 Western Line access to the CBD. Parramatta (major employment hub) is ~15 min by train.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local shops, the train station, and parks are accessible on foot. Most errands can be handled nearby, though some trips require a car or bus.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    109 Pendle Way Pendle Hill 2145 NSW

🎓 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 Pendle Hill by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Pendle Hill Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,160
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
10.3%

170 state housing + 89 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,247
Census 2021
7,743
6.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,680
Income 2021
$40,196
31.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,730
Born Overseas 4,435

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 1,993
  • 2. Sri Lanka 784
  • 3. China 144
  • 4. Philippines 133
  • 5. Fiji 114
  • 6. Nepal 107
  • 7. Lebanon 98
  • 8. New Zealand 91
  • 9. Malta 75
  • 10. England 63

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Indian 1,839
English 932
Australian 800
Chinese 297
Irish 242
Lebanese 217
Sri Lankan 209
Filipino 186
Scottish 171
Maltese 156

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,010
Both parents born in Australia
5,691
Both parents born overseas
352
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Hinduism
38.8%
Christianity
30.7%
No Religion
10.3%
Islam
4.4%
Sikhism
3.0%
Buddhism
1.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
481 (6.2%)
5-14 years
923 (11.9%)
15-19 years
346 (4.5%)
20-24 years
468 (6.0%)
25-34 years
1,335 (17.2%)
35-44 years
1,353 (17.5%)
45-54 years
852 (11.0%)
55-64 years
745 (9.6%)
65-74 years
586 (7.6%)
75-84 years
394 (5.1%)
85+ years
258 (3.3%)

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