Glendenning NSW 2761

Suburb

Suburb Summary

Glendenning, NSW 2761 is a Western Sydney suburb in the Blacktown City Council area, around 40 minutes by car and about 80 minutes by public transport from the Sydney CBD. The suburb is entirely separate houses, with an urban built-up setting and many bus services, while Rooty Hill station on the T1/T5 lines is nearby. Glendenning is best known as a practical residential area beside industrial and logistics precincts rather than a village-style destination. Household income appears broadly average. The community is multicultural, with Australia, the Philippines and India among the leading birth-country backgrounds, and major shopping options nearby include Westpoint Blacktown and Westfield Mount Druitt.

PART 1
Geographic Profile

Property Type Mix

The mix of houses and apartments that make up the Glendenning NSW 2761 property market, and the sale price range each achieved over the past 12 months.

Houses vs Apartments
97.1%
1.4%
1.5%
Houses (97.1%)
Apartments (1.4%)
Townhouses/Villas/Unclassified (1.5%)
House Price Range$940k–$1.5MPast 12 months

Major Road Frontage & Noise

How close Glendenning NSW 2761 properties sit to major roads or rail, and how much traffic noise that brings compared to properties set back from them.

Road & rail proximity
1%
23.6%
75.3%
On a major road (1%)
Near a major road
Away from major road or rail
Major Roads in Glendenning
RICHMOND RD0.6% of suburb properties
GLENDENNING RD0.2% of suburb properties
POWER ST0.1% of suburb properties
WOODSTOCK AVE0.1% of suburb properties

Public Transport

Train, metro, light rail, ferry and B-Line services accessible from Glendenning NSW 2761.

Services in Glendenning NSW 2761
Doonside
Quakers Hill
Rooty Hill

Schools

Primary and secondary school catchments serving Glendenning NSW 2761, with star ratings and the share of suburb dwellings each catchment covers.

Primary School
Glendenning Public School
Developing level98.6% of suburb properties in catchment
Primary School
Plumpton Public School
Developing level1.3% of suburb properties in catchment
Primary School
Rooty Hill Public School
Developing level0.1% of suburb properties in catchment
Secondary School
Plumpton High School
Developing level100% of suburb properties in catchment
Secondary School
Rooty Hill High School
Developing level0.1% of suburb properties in catchment
PART 2
Houses

"Houses" in this report includes detached houses, duplexes, and terraces.

Land Topography

How house lots across Glendenning NSW 2761 sit relative to street level — topography that affects drainage, flood risk, privacy, and build cost.

High-side vs low-side lots
High-sideFlatLow-side
4.6%
92.8%
2.6%
High-side (1m above)
Flat
Low-side (1m below)

Risks & Overlays

See which key planning overlays and environmental risks affect this suburb before you buy.

Heritage
0%
Of houses affected
Bushfire
0.8%
Of houses affected
Flood
30.3%
Of houses affected
High voltage power line
0.1%
Of houses affected

Train Station Proximity

The share of Glendenning NSW 2761 houses within easy walking distance (1.2km) of a train station.

Houses within 1.2km of train station0%Of all houses

Median Price Trend - Houses

The 20-year trend in median house sale prices across Glendenning NSW 2761, tracked separately from apartments.

Glendenning House Median
$500k$1M$1.5M$2M$132k · 1996$131k · 1997$146k · 1998$165k · 1999$191k · 2000$218k · 2001$258k · 2002$315k · 2003$348k · 2004$330k · 2005$321k · 2006$316k · 2007$313k · 2008$340k · 2009$355k · 2010$365k · 2011$375k · 2012$410k · 2013$490k · 2014$580k · 2015$611k · 2016$683k · 2017$655k · 2018$640k · 2019$665k · 2020$770k · 2021$865k · 2022$885k · 2023$955k · 2024$1M · 2025$1M · 202619962003201120182026

Land & Property Feature Metrics

Typical land characteristics and common property features across Glendenning NSW 2761.

Median land value$639kOf houses affected
Median lot frontage15mOf houses affected
Median land size451m²Of houses affected
Houses with a pool1.2%Of houses affected

Pocket Price Distribution

How property prices vary across the different pockets of Glendenning NSW 2761, and how each pocket compares.

Median house price$1MDerived from sales
House sales35Past 12 months
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PART 3
Apartments

Median Price Trend - Apartments

The 20-year trend in median apartment sale prices across Glendenning NSW 2761, tracked separately from houses.

Glendenning Apartment Median
$125k$250k$375k$500k$123k · 1996$267k · 200219962003201120182026

Apartment Projects

Where apartment projects are concentrated across Glendenning NSW 2761, with project-level sales context.

Median apartment priceDerived from sales
Apartment sales0Past 12 months

Median Rent

The median weekly rent for apartments in Glendenning NSW 2761.

Median apartment rent$500Per week

Largest Apartment Projects

The largest apartment projects in Glendenning NSW 2761, ranked by number of lots.

1
54 GOLDING DR, GLENDENNING NSW 2761Small project (<20 lots)
2
54 GOLDING DR, GLENDENNING NSW 2761Small project (<20 lots)
3
54 GOLDING DR, GLENDENNING NSW 2761Small project (<20 lots)
4
54 GOLDING DR, GLENDENNING NSW 2761Small project (<20 lots)
5
54 GOLDING DR, GLENDENNING NSW 2761Small project (<20 lots)
PART 4
Community Profile

Top 3 Occupations

The most common occupations among Glendenning NSW 2761 residents.

Professionals20%
Clerical and Administrative Workers20%
Managers10%

Key Demographics & Tenure

Median age, household income, and the renter-versus-owner split that shape the Glendenning NSW 2761 community.

Median age33Years
Median income$2,207Household / week
Renters vs owner-occupiers
RentersOwner-occupiers
30%
70%
Renters
Owner-occupiers

Household Composition

How households are made up across Glendenning NSW 2761 — from families with children to couples and single-person homes.

Household type
Married with children78.5%
Married without children20.2%
Other0.8%

Top 5 Birth Countries

The leading countries of birth among Glendenning NSW 2761 residents, reflecting the suburb's cultural diversity.

Country of birth
Australia52.5%
Philippines12.6%
India11.4%
Fiji2.9%
China0.4%

Religion

The most common religious affiliations reported by Glendenning NSW 2761 residents.

Top 3 religious affiliations
Christianity57.6%
Hinduism9.6%
Other Religions9.1%

Crime in Glendenning NSW 2761

How safe is Glendenning NSW 2761? A local safety rating based on recorded crime rates in the area.

Suburb safety rating
The suburb safety rating is calculated by knest.ai based on crime statistics in NSW by BOCSAR.

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Living in Glendenning NSW 2761: Suburb Profile & FAQs

Common questions about living in and buying property in Glendenning NSW 2761 — lifestyle, transport, schools, and the housing market.

Note: Data is sourced from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census data and knest.ai internal statistical data.

Is GLENDENNING NSW 2761 a good suburb for families?

GLENDENNING NSW 2761 is a solid rather than standout option for families. The suburb scores 3 out of 5 for safety, while both primary and secondary school ratings sit at 8 out of 10, which gives buyers a reasonable base for school-focused decisions. Family presence is clearly visible in the demographics too, with children aged 0 to 4 making up about 9.0% of residents and those aged 5 to 14 about 17.4%, while the average household size of 3.5 suggests larger family households are common. Housing also supports that pattern, with separate houses making up 100% of the dwelling mix and no apartment share recorded, which suits buyers wanting more space, parking, and backyard potential. The trade-off is that GLENDENNING does not read as a polished prestige family suburb. Safety is middle-of-the-road rather than exceptional, and the broader built-up setting may feel more practical than picturesque. For buyers prioritising house-based family living and workable schools over lifestyle gloss, GLENDENNING can still be a good suburb for families.

What is it like to live in GLENDENNING NSW 2761?

Living in GLENDENNING NSW 2761 feels practical, suburban, and strongly car-oriented rather than polished or village-like. It sits in Western Sydney and the suburb character reads as an industrial logistics precinct, so day-to-day life is more functional than scenic. The environmental setting is urban and built-up, with low canopy cover at 7.53%, so buyers should not expect a leafy streetscape. Walkability is 2 out of 5, retail is 1 out of 5, and culture is 1 out of 5, which points to a suburb where most errands, dining, and entertainment will usually involve getting in the car rather than strolling to a local high street. That said, some buyers will see real value in GLENDENNING’s straightforward lifestyle. It can suit households who care more about house land content, storage, and everyday practicality than café culture or a walk-everywhere lifestyle. The trade-off is clear: convenience exists, but mostly through driving and wider-area access rather than an energetic local scene.

Is GLENDENNING NSW 2761 well connected for commuting?

GLENDENNING NSW 2761 is reasonably well connected for commuting, but it is not one of Sydney’s easiest public transport suburbs. The suburb does not have its own train station, although rail access is nearby via the T1 and T5 lines at Rooty Hill, and bus services are listed as many. There is no metro, light rail, or ferry service, so the transport network is serviceable rather than multi-layered. For CBD travel, the average public transport commute is about 80 minutes, while driving averages around 40 minutes, which tells buyers that GLENDENNING is more comfortable for drivers than for daily city-train commuters. In practical terms, GLENDENNING can work well for buyers whose jobs are spread across Western Sydney, industrial precincts, or locations better reached by car. The trade-off is that a Sydney CBD commute is not especially quick, particularly on public transport. If you need frequent city access, you may find the commute manageable but not especially convenient compared with suburbs that have direct rail stations.

Who does GLENDENNING NSW 2761 suit best?

GLENDENNING NSW 2761 suits house-focused families, practical upgraders, and buyers who want more internal and outdoor space without paying for a prestige lifestyle setting. The housing mix is a major clue here: separate houses account for 100% of homes, with no apartment share, so the suburb naturally appeals to buyers seeking family-sized living rather than unit-based convenience. The median age is 31, the average household size is 3.5, and rental share is about 26.5%, which suggests a relatively settled but still mixed owner-occupier and tenant market. Income levels are moderate, with median weekly personal income at $730 and family income at $1,852, pointing to a working suburban profile rather than a high-income prestige enclave. Occupationally, clerical and administrative workers, professionals, and machinery operators and drivers are all well represented, reinforcing that GLENDENNING attracts broad practical households. It may suit buyers who value utility, parking, and house stock most. It may suit downsizers, walkability-focused professionals, or apartment buyers less well.

What are the pros and cons of living in GLENDENNING NSW 2761?

The main trade-off in GLENDENNING NSW 2761 is that you get full-house suburban living and practical access across Western Sydney, but you give up some lifestyle polish and everyday walkable convenience. On the plus side, GLENDENNING offers a house-only dwelling mix, many bus services, nearby access to the T1 and T5 rail network, and a driving commute to the CBD of around 40 minutes. For buyers who want space, multiple cars, and a more functional base, that can be attractive. The family profile is also credible, with larger households and a meaningful share of children in the suburb. The compromise is that GLENDENNING is not especially strong for walkability, retail, or cultural amenity, scoring 2 out of 5, 1 out of 5, and 1 out of 5 respectively. Tree canopy is also low, and the built-up setting will not appeal to buyers chasing a leafy or village atmosphere. Still, for the right buyer, especially one focused on house value and practicality, those disadvantages may be entirely acceptable.

What are property prices like in GLENDENNING NSW 2761?

Property prices in GLENDENNING NSW 2761 look mid-range to expensive in practical Sydney house-buying terms, but not premium by top-tier suburban standards. In the most recent six months of recorded sales, GLENDENNING houses had a median price of $1,095,000 from 19 sales, with the middle market broadly sitting between about $1,050,000 at the 25th percentile and $1,265,000 at the 75th percentile. That suggests buyers are generally entering the suburb at around the low-$1 million mark for a house, while stronger homes can push materially higher. The average sale price was higher at about $1,483,380, which indicates some upper-end sales lifted the overall mean. For buyers, that pricing says GLENDENNING is not a bargain-basement entry point, but it may still offer more house-based value than many more established or better-connected Sydney suburbs. The trade-off is that you are paying for land and house stock rather than premium walkability, prestige, or a highly refined local lifestyle.