Rosehill
NSW 2142 • Greater Sydney
About Rosehill
Rosehill is a compact, densely settled suburb in the City of Parramatta, situated approximately 2 kilometres west of Parramatta CBD and around 22 kilometres west of Sydney CBD. With a population of 4,047, the suburb has grown significantly since 2016 and is one of Greater Western Sydney's most culturally diverse communities, with the majority of residents born overseas — particularly from India, China, Lebanon, and Pakistan. The median age of 32 reflects a young, working-age population, and the suburb sits within the broader Parramatta-Central urban corridor along the Parramatta River.
Rosehill is home to the iconic Rosehill Gardens Racecourse, one of Australia's premier thoroughbred racing venues, and the nearby heritage-listed Elizabeth Farm — one of the oldest remaining European homesteads in the country. The suburb borders Camellia and is well-connected by bus to Parramatta's train and light rail network, with Camellia station on the T1 Western Line nearby. Everyday needs are supported by local shopping along Victoria Road and proximity to Parramatta's major retail and dining precinct, making it an affordable entry point into the Greater Sydney property market.
Rosehill falls under postcode 2142 and is governed by Parramatta Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Parramatta electorate.
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Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Routes 906, 909 — Parramatta Station 5-10 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Close to Parramatta CBD (2km); M4 motorway access via James Ruse Drive
Local errands and bus connections to Parramatta accessible on foot, but major shopping requires a short bus or car trip
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths28-30 Oak Street Rosehill 2142 NSW
Schools
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Blaxcell Street Public School ICSEA 9579632 8162 352 Blaxcell Street
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Grimwood Street
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Granville Boys High School ICSEA 9619637 0489 14 Mary St
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Granville East Public School ICSEA 923210 The Trongate
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Granville Public School ICSEA 9739637 1083 Lena St
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199 The Trongate
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Grimwood Street
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Rosehill Public School ICSEA 10679637 2202 31 Virginia st
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Rosehill, 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 Rosehill by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Rosehill Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Rosehill" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
26 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. India 1,214
- 2. China 240
- 3. Lebanon 124
- 4. Pakistan 118
- 5. Philippines 111
- 6. Nepal 63
- 7. New Zealand 58
- 8. Sri Lanka 47
- 9. Iran 46
- 10. Bangladesh 36
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)