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St Clair (Penrith - NSW)

NSW 2759 • Greater Sydney

19,942
Population (2021)
$107,484
Median Household Income
7.20 km²
Area
$440/wk
Median Rent
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About St Clair (Penrith - NSW)

St Clair is a well-established residential suburb in Sydney's outer west, about 45 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD within the City of Penrith. With a 2021 Census population of 19,942, it is one of the larger suburbs in the Penrith area and is popular with families and working households drawn by its relative affordability within Greater Sydney. The population is evenly split between men and women, the median age is 36, and the median taxable income for postcode 2759 is $62,976 according to the ATO.

St Clair Shopping Centre on Bennett Road, anchored by Woolworths, serves daily needs, while Penrith and Mount Druitt offer larger retail and dining options nearby. The suburb has six schools, including St Clair High School and Holy Spirit Primary School, along with plenty of parks and reserves. Busways routes 775 and 776 link St Clair to Mount Druitt, St Marys and Penrith stations on the T1 Western Line, and the M4 Motorway runs along the northern edge of the suburb for drivers heading into Sydney.

St Clair (Penrith - NSW) falls under postcode 2759 and is governed by the Penrith Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of McMahon, while state elections fall under the Badgerys Creek electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2759
Urban Area
Penrith - South
LGA / Council
Penrith
Federal Electorate
McMahon
State Electorate
Badgerys Creek
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.80°, 150.78°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
7.20 km²
Population Density
2,768 /km²
Elevation
53m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in St Clair for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.13M
237 sales · ▲ 12.2% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$981K
10 sales · ▲ 9.2% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2759

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2759, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$54,147
Median 2023–24
$62,976
▲ 16.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,586

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2759; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

Census personal income 2016 vs 2021

Personal Income 2016
$38,896
Personal Income 2021
$44,148
▲ 13.5% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$44,148 / yr
$849/wk
Household
$107,484 / yr
$2067/wk
Family
$113,516 / yr
$2183/wk
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$440
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.8%

42 state housing + 8 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

St Marys
4 km
Bus or drive
Mount Druitt
4.5 km
Bus or drive

Bus Services

  • Route 775 — Mount Druitt / Penrith via Erskine Park and St Marys 10-20 min to station
  • Route 776 — Mount Druitt / Penrith via St Clair 10-20 min to station

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
45 km
By Train
About 50-60 min to Central from St Marys or Mount Druitt via T1 Western Line, plus a bus to the station
By Car (Peak)
60-80 min via M4 Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 min via M4 Motorway

🛣️ Western Sydney suburb in the City of Penrith; St Clair Shopping Centre is the main local hub

Walkability Car-Dependent

Shopping centre within walking distance for many residents; a bus or car is needed for most errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Population of St Clair (Penrith - NSW)

Census 2016
19,897
Census 2021
19,942
▲ 0.2% growth
Est. 2026 projection
~19,990

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
📈 2026 estimate: projection from census growth trend, not an official figure

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Penrith Local Government Area, which contains St Clair (Penrith - NSW). Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
204.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.0%
Motor vehicle theft
195 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.6%
Non-DV assault
454.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
19.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.0%
Steal from vehicle
373.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.7%
View all 62 offence types for Penrith →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 13,692
Born Overseas 5,402

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Philippines 704
  • 2. New Zealand 510
  • 3. India 494
  • 4. England 399
  • 5. Malta 161
  • 6. Fiji 155
  • 7. Lebanon 151
  • 8. Afghanistan 150
  • 9. Samoa 138
  • 10. Egypt 131

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 6,084
English 5,340
Irish 1,405
Scottish 1,236
Filipino 1,089
Maltese 827
Italian 770
Australian Aboriginal 715
Indian 637
German 548

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace

8,309
Both parents born in Australia
8,144
Both parents born overseas
2,571
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
59.8%
No Religion
24.9%
Islam
5.3%
Hinduism
2.0%
Sikhism
1.0%
Buddhism
1.0%
Judaism
0.0%

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📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
1,350 (6.8%)
5-14 years
2,821 (14.1%)
15-19 years
1,294 (6.5%)
20-24 years
1,209 (6.1%)
25-34 years
2,857 (14.3%)
35-44 years
2,769 (13.9%)
45-54 years
2,400 (12.0%)
55-64 years
2,712 (13.6%)
65-74 years
1,850 (9.3%)
75-84 years
554 (2.8%)
85+ years
136 (0.7%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is St Clair known for? +

St Clair is a well-established family suburb in Sydney's outer west, within the City of Penrith. It is known for its affordable housing, local schools, parks and the St Clair Shopping Centre.

How far is St Clair from Sydney CBD? +

St Clair is about 45 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD. The drive via the M4 Motorway takes around 40 to 50 minutes off peak, and the train from St Marys or Mount Druitt to Central takes about 50 to 60 minutes.

Does St Clair have public transport? +

Yes. St Clair has no train station of its own, but Busways routes 775 and 776 connect it to Mount Druitt, St Marys and Penrith stations on the T1 Western Line.

Is St Clair a good place to live? +

St Clair suits families and commuters looking for an affordable suburban home in Western Sydney, with schools, parks and a local shopping centre close by and easy access to Penrith and the M4 Motorway.

What is the postcode for St Clair? +

The postcode for St Clair NSW is 2759, which it shares with Erskine Park.

What is the average income in St Clair? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in St Clair is about $849 per week (around $44,100 per year). The median household income is $2,067 per week and the median family income is $2,183 per week.

What is the median house price in St Clair? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,130,000, up 12.2% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $981,000, up 9.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of St Clair? +

The median age in St Clair is 36. The largest age group is 25–34 (2,857 residents, around 14%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 13% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is St Clair a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. St Clair is part of the Penrith LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

What is the population of St Clair? +

The population of St Clair is 19,942 according to the 2021 Census, up 0.2% from 19,897 in 2016. Projecting that growth trend forward, the estimated 2026 population of St Clair is around 19,990. This is a projection, not an official ABS figure.

How much is rent in St Clair? +

In St Clair, the median weekly rent is $440, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).