Penshurst
NSW 2222 • Greater Sydney
About Penshurst
Penshurst is a comfortable St George suburb where nearly 13,000 residents enjoy good transport and village atmosphere. The train station provides T4 Illawarra Line access, and the shopping strip maintains genuine local character. The median income reflects solid middle-class demographics.
The village shops along Penshurst Street offer cafes, local businesses, and diverse dining. Parks and the community centre serve families well. Penshurst attracts families seeking St George living with train access and village feel. It's reliable suburban Sydney—pleasant, well-serviced, and community-minded.
Penshurst falls under postcode 2222 and is governed by Georges River Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oatley electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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2 Austral St
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Hurstville Grove Infants School ICSEA 109781 Landsdowne St
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Penshurst Public School ICSEA 1061Arcadia St
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Penshurst, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. China 1,642
- 2. Nepal 1,096
- 3. Philippines 328
- 4. Hong Kong 307
- 5. New Zealand 190
- 6. India 184
- 7. Greece 172
- 8. England 144
- 9. North Macedonia 124
- 10. Indonesia 122
- 11. Lebanon 112
- 12. Malaysia 112
- 13. Egypt 95
- 14. Vietnam 84
- 15. Bangladesh 82
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)