Jamisontown NSW 2750

Suburb

Suburb Summary

Jamisontown, NSW 2750 is a residential suburb in Sydney’s Outer West within the Penrith City Council area. It has about 5,500 residents and a median age of 36, with Australia and England the leading birth countries and English and Australian the top ancestries. The suburb is served by nearby Penrith Station on the T1 line, frequent bus services and major retail destinations including Westfield Penrith and Penrith Homemaker Centre. Jamisontown is adjacent to river or creek environments, has 12.77% canopy cover, and is generally a practical, everyday suburb with average shopping and walkability, below-average safety, and generally below-average household income.

PART 1
Geographic Profile

Property Type Mix

The mix of houses and apartments that make up the Jamisontown NSW 2750 property market, and the sale price range each achieved over the past 12 months.

Houses vs Apartments
55.8%
24.8%
19.4%
Houses (55.8%)
Apartments (24.8%)
Townhouses/Villas/Unclassified (19.4%)
House Price Range$455k–$1.5MPast 12 months
Apartment Price Range$398k–$789kPast 12 months

Major Road Frontage & Noise

How close Jamisontown NSW 2750 properties sit to major roads or rail, and how much traffic noise that brings compared to properties set back from them.

Road & rail proximity
13.2%
22.8%
64.1%
On a major road (13.2%)
Near a major road
Away from major road or rail
Major Roads in Jamisontown
MULGOA RD7.9% of suburb properties
JAMISON RD5.3% of suburb properties

Public Transport

Train, metro, light rail, ferry and B-Line services accessible from Jamisontown NSW 2750.

Services in Jamisontown NSW 2750
Emu Plains
Lapstone
Penrith

Schools

Primary and secondary school catchments serving Jamisontown NSW 2750, with star ratings and the share of suburb dwellings each catchment covers.

Primary School
Jamisontown Public School
99.8% of suburb properties in catchment
Primary School
Penrith South Public School
Developing level0.2% of suburb properties in catchment
Secondary School
Jamison High School
Developing level100% of suburb properties in catchment
PART 2
Houses

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

Land Topography

How house lots across Jamisontown NSW 2750 sit relative to street level — topography that affects drainage, flood risk, privacy, and build cost.

High-side vs low-side lots
High-sideFlatLow-side
12%
82.9%
5.2%
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
0.1%
Of houses affected
Bushfire
2.8%
Of houses affected
Flood
0.7%
Of houses affected
High voltage power line
0.8%
Of houses affected

Train Station Proximity

The share of Jamisontown NSW 2750 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 Jamisontown NSW 2750, tracked separately from apartments.

Jamisontown House Median
$500k$1M$1.5M$2M$134k · 1996$149k · 1997$143k · 1998$167k · 1999$190k · 2000$224k · 2001$262k · 2002$315k · 2003$346k · 2004$327k · 2005$330k · 2006$328k · 2007$363k · 2008$355k · 2009$375k · 2010$384k · 2011$382k · 2012$428k · 2013$480k · 2014$587k · 2015$630k · 2016$695k · 2017$680k · 2018$645k · 2019$672k · 2020$818k · 2021$813k · 2022$893k · 2023$945k · 2024$1.1M · 2025$1.2M · 202619962003201120182026

Land & Property Feature Metrics

Typical land characteristics and common property features across Jamisontown NSW 2750.

Median land value$707kOf houses affected
Median lot frontage18mOf houses affected
Median land size650m²Of houses affected
Houses with a pool8.5%Of houses affected

Pocket Price Distribution

How property prices vary across the different pockets of Jamisontown NSW 2750, and how each pocket compares.

Median house price$1.2MDerived from sales
House sales41Past 12 months
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PART 3
Apartments

Median Price Trend - Apartments

The 20-year trend in median apartment sale prices across Jamisontown NSW 2750, tracked separately from houses.

Jamisontown Apartment Median
$250k$500k$750k$1M$196k · 2000$235k · 2001$242k · 2002$270k · 2003$219k · 2004$283k · 2005$285k · 2006$294k · 2007$290k · 2008$277k · 2009$265k · 2010$289k · 2011$230k · 2012$295k · 2013$331k · 2014$403k · 2015$415k · 2016$433k · 2017$419k · 2018$380k · 2019$398k · 2020$420k · 2021$450k · 2022$437k · 2023$550k · 2024$580k · 202519962003201120182026

Apartment Projects

Where apartment projects are concentrated across Jamisontown NSW 2750, with project-level sales context.

Median apartment priceDerived from sales
Apartment sales32Past 12 months

Median Rent

The median weekly rent for apartments in Jamisontown NSW 2750.

Median apartment rent$555Per week

Largest Apartment Projects

The largest apartment projects in Jamisontown NSW 2750, ranked by number of lots.

1
22 TENCH AVE, JAMISONTOWN NSW 2750Large project (100+ lots)
2
46 MULGOA RD, JAMISONTOWN NSW 2750Large project (100+ lots)
3
9 YORK RD, JAMISONTOWN NSW 2750Medium project (51-100 lots)
4
47 PRESTON ST, JAMISONTOWN NSW 2750Small-Medium project (20-50 lots)
5
1 YORK RD, JAMISONTOWN NSW 2750Small-Medium project (20-50 lots)
PART 4
Community Profile

Top 3 Occupations

The most common occupations among Jamisontown NSW 2750 residents.

Technicians and Trades Workers20%
Clerical and Administrative Workers20%
Managers10%

Key Demographics & Tenure

Median age, household income, and the renter-versus-owner split that shape the Jamisontown NSW 2750 community.

Median age38Years
Median income$2,026Household / week
Renters vs owner-occupiers
RentersOwner-occupiers
40%
60%
Renters
Owner-occupiers

Household Composition

How households are made up across Jamisontown NSW 2750 — from families with children to couples and single-person homes.

Household type
Married with children61%
Married without children37.5%
Other1.7%

Top 5 Birth Countries

The leading countries of birth among Jamisontown NSW 2750 residents, reflecting the suburb's cultural diversity.

Country of birth
Australia74.6%
England4.7%
New_Zealand1.8%
India1.3%
China0.5%

Religion

The most common religious affiliations reported by Jamisontown NSW 2750 residents.

Top 3 religious affiliations
Christianity64%
No Religion8%
Islam1.1%

Crime in Jamisontown NSW 2750

How safe is Jamisontown NSW 2750? 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 Jamisontown NSW 2750: Suburb Profile & FAQs

Common questions about living in and buying property in Jamisontown NSW 2750 — 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 Jamisontown NSW 2750 a good suburb for families?

Jamisontown NSW 2750 is a mixed rather than a standout suburb for families. The local schooling indicators are strong, with both primary and secondary education rated 8 out of 10, which gives buyers some confidence if schools and long-term family practicality matter. The age profile also shows a visible family presence, with children aged 0 to 4 making up 7.3% of residents and those aged 5 to 14 sitting at 12.6%, so Jamisontown is clearly not just a transient or investor-driven area. The average household size of 2.4 suggests a fairly typical suburban mix rather than a heavily family-dominated one. The main qualification is safety, which scores 1 out of 5, so buyers looking for a highly calm or especially secure-feeling family-friendly suburb may want to weigh that carefully. Jamisontown can still suit families who prioritise school access and day-to-day practicality, but it is more of a value-and-function choice than a classic peaceful family enclave.

What is it like to live in Jamisontown NSW 2750?

Living in Jamisontown NSW 2750 feels practical, suburban and fairly everyday rather than polished or prestige-driven. It sits in Sydney’s Outer West and has a straightforward residential character, with a river or creek-adjacent setting that adds some natural appeal. In day-to-day terms, Jamisontown offers a middle-ground lifestyle: retail scores 3 out of 5 and walkability also sits at 3 out of 5, so you get a reasonable level of convenience without the walk-everywhere ease of denser inner-city suburbs. That makes it workable for regular errands, but not especially vibrant. The trade-off is that Jamisontown does not read as especially cultural or leafy. Culture scores 2 out of 5, canopy cover is only 12.77%, and safety is also low, so the suburb lifestyle is more functional than aspirational. For buyers who want practicality near Penrith-side amenities, Jamisontown can make sense, but those chasing a highly scenic, village-like or premium lifestyle may find it more ordinary.

Is Jamisontown NSW 2750 well connected for commuting?

Jamisontown NSW 2750 is reasonably well connected for commuting, but it is not one of Sydney’s easiest CBD commutes. Public transport access is helped by nearby train service on the T1 Penrith line, and bus coverage is strong, with many bus services available. That gives commuters more than one option for getting around locally and connecting into the broader network. For buyers working around Penrith or Western Sydney, that transport picture is more practical than the CBD travel time alone might suggest. The limitation is the actual trip length into central Sydney. The average public transport commute to the CBD is about 85 minutes, while driving is around 45 minutes, so Jamisontown is better described as workable than fast for city-based professionals. There is no metro, light rail or ferry access, which reinforces that this is a suburb where many households will still rely partly on driving. It suits buyers who can trade a longer commute for more space or value in the Outer West.

Who does Jamisontown NSW 2750 suit best?

Jamisontown NSW 2750 suits practical owner-occupiers, budget-conscious family buyers, and households wanting a suburban base in the Penrith area more than prestige-focused or inner-city lifestyle buyers. The resident mix points to a broad working and middle-income market: median personal income is $734 a week and median family income is $1,714 a week, while the top occupations include clerical and administrative workers at 18.7%, technicians and trades workers at 15.7%, and professionals at 14.8%. That suggests Jamisontown attracts a fairly grounded, everyday buyer profile rather than a heavily executive-led one. The suburb may also appeal to buyers comfortable with a mixed tenure environment, as 36.9% of homes are rented. The trade-off is that Jamisontown may suit buyers seeking prestige, strong cultural energy, or a highly refined family atmosphere less well. With a median age of 36, it feels broad and functional, so it is best for people who value practicality, school access and western Sydney convenience over status or a standout lifestyle identity.

What are the pros and cons of living in Jamisontown NSW 2750?

The main trade-off in Jamisontown NSW 2750 is that you get everyday practicality and decent access to services, but not a particularly elevated lifestyle feel. On the plus side, Jamisontown has a nearby T1 train connection, many bus services, moderate walkability and retail scores of 3 out of 5, plus a river or creek-adjacent setting that gives the suburb some natural relief. For buyers who want a functional Outer West base with solid schooling and access to the Penrith area, those are meaningful advantages. What buyers give up is a stronger sense of amenity, atmosphere and ease. There is no metro, no light rail, no ferry, and the CBD commute is long by public transport at around 85 minutes. Safety is rated 1 out of 5, culture is 2 out of 5, and canopy cover is modest at 12.77%, so Jamisontown is less likely to suit buyers prioritising a highly calm, leafy or lifestyle-led suburb. Still, for the right buyer, its practicality may outweigh those compromises.

What are property prices like in Jamisontown NSW 2750?

Property prices in Jamisontown NSW 2750 look relatively affordable to mid-range by Sydney standards, especially for apartments, while houses sit at a more accessible family-buyer level than many higher-profile suburbs. Over the past six months, the median house sale price was about $1.25 million from 21 sales, while the median apartment price was about $510,000 from 8 sales. That creates a clear price gap between houses and apartments, giving buyers two very different entry points depending on budget and space needs. In practical terms, buying property in Jamisontown can make sense for households priced out of more expensive Sydney family markets but still wanting a house option, or for buyers seeking a lower apartment entry point. The trade-off is that the lower pricing comes with compromises such as a longer CBD commute and a more functional suburb profile. House buyers are paying for land and family utility rather than prestige, while apartment buyers may find better affordability but less of a lifestyle premium.