Narwee NSW 2209

Suburb

Suburb Summary

Narwee is a suburb in Sydney’s St George region, NSW 2209, about 16 km south of the CBD. It sits across both Georges River Council and the City of Canterbury-Bankstown. Narwee has an established suburban character with a largely urban built-up setting, many bus services, a train station on the T8 line, and typical CBD travel times of about 35 minutes by public transport or 25 minutes by car. Housing is mainly separate houses, with a smaller apartment presence. The suburb has average household income, good walkability, moderate retail amenity, and access to major shopping at Roselands and Westfield Hurstville.

PART 1
Geographic Profile

Property Type Mix

The mix of houses and apartments that make up the Narwee NSW 2209 property market, and the sale price range each achieved over the past 12 months.

Houses vs Apartments
46.4%
32.6%
21%
Houses (46.4%)
Apartments (32.6%)
Townhouses/Villas/Unclassified (21%)
House Price Range$100k–$2.3MPast 12 months
Apartment Price Range$502k–$1.2MPast 12 months

Major Road Frontage & Noise

How close Narwee NSW 2209 properties sit to major roads or rail, and how much traffic noise that brings compared to properties set back from them.

Road & rail proximity
70.2%
29.8%
On a major road (0%)
Near a major road
Away from major road or rail

Public Transport

Train, metro, light rail, ferry and B-Line services accessible from Narwee NSW 2209.

Services in Narwee NSW 2209
Narwee

Schools

Primary and secondary school catchments serving Narwee NSW 2209, with star ratings and the share of suburb dwellings each catchment covers.

Primary School
Narwee Public School
Good level82.8% of suburb properties in catchment
Primary School
Beverly Hills North Public School
Developing level16.9% of suburb properties in catchment
Primary School
Peakhurst Public School
Good level0.3% of suburb properties in catchment
Primary School
Hannans Road Public School
Developing level0% of suburb properties in catchment
Secondary School
Kingsgrove High School
Developing level69.5% of suburb properties in catchment
Secondary School
Punchbowl Boys High School
Developing level69.5% of suburb properties in catchment
Secondary School
Beverly Hills Girls High School
Developing level69.4% of suburb properties in catchment
Secondary School
Georges River College, Oatley Senior Campus
Developing level30.5% of suburb properties in catchment
Secondary School
Georges River College, Penshurst Campus
Good level30.2% of suburb properties in catchment
Secondary School
Georges River College, Peakhurst Campus
Developing level0.3% of suburb properties in catchment
PART 2
Houses

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

Land Topography

How house lots across Narwee NSW 2209 sit relative to street level — topography that affects drainage, flood risk, privacy, and build cost.

High-side vs low-side lots
High-sideFlatLow-side
14.5%
73.7%
11.8%
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
0.2%
Of houses affected
Bushfire
0%
Of houses affected
Flood
1.5%
Of houses affected
High voltage power line
0%
Of houses affected

Train Station Proximity

The share of Narwee NSW 2209 houses within easy walking distance (1.2km) of a train station.

Houses within 1.2km of train station94.7%Of all houses

Median Price Trend - Houses

The 20-year trend in median house sale prices across Narwee NSW 2209, tracked separately from apartments.

Narwee House Median
$500k$1M$1.5M$2M$212k · 1996$229k · 1997$287k · 1998$296k · 1999$324k · 2000$365k · 2001$425k · 2002$531k · 2003$515k · 2004$480k · 2005$473k · 2006$526k · 2007$535k · 2008$535k · 2009$603k · 2010$635k · 2011$635k · 2012$760k · 2013$925k · 2014$983k · 2015$1.1M · 2016$1.1M · 2017$990k · 2018$983k · 2019$1M · 2020$1.3M · 2021$1.4M · 2022$1.5M · 2023$1.5M · 2024$1.6M · 202519962003201120182026

Land & Property Feature Metrics

Typical land characteristics and common property features across Narwee NSW 2209.

Median land value$1.1MOf houses affected
Median lot frontage13.7mOf houses affected
Median land size468m²Of houses affected
Houses with a pool3.7%Of houses affected

Pocket Price Distribution

How property prices vary across the different pockets of Narwee NSW 2209, and how each pocket compares.

Median house priceDerived from sales
House sales32Past 12 months
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PART 3
Apartments

Median Price Trend - Apartments

The 20-year trend in median apartment sale prices across Narwee NSW 2209, tracked separately from houses.

Narwee Apartment Median
$250k$500k$750k$1M$129k · 1996$121k · 1997$133k · 1998$153k · 1999$171k · 2000$176k · 2001$225k · 2002$235k · 2003$236k · 2004$245k · 2005$232k · 2006$245k · 2007$234k · 2008$258k · 2009$300k · 2010$361k · 2011$410k · 2012$400k · 2013$429k · 2014$534k · 2015$520k · 2016$547k · 2017$524k · 2018$480k · 2019$522k · 2020$550k · 2021$570k · 2022$520k · 2023$515k · 2024$606k · 202519962003201120182026

Apartment Projects

Where apartment projects are concentrated across Narwee NSW 2209, with project-level sales context.

Median apartment priceDerived from sales
Apartment sales15Past 12 months

Median Rent

The median weekly rent for apartments in Narwee NSW 2209.

Median apartment rent$600Per week

Largest Apartment Projects

The largest apartment projects in Narwee NSW 2209, ranked by number of lots.

1
10 NIRIMBA AVE, NARWEE NSW 2209Medium project (51-100 lots)
2
140 HANNANS RD, NARWEE NSW 2209Medium project (51-100 lots)
3
141 PENSHURST RD, NARWEE NSW 2209Small-Medium project (20-50 lots)
4
2 GRAHAM RD, NARWEE NSW 2209Small-Medium project (20-50 lots)
5
19 NIRIMBA AVE, NARWEE NSW 2209Small-Medium project (20-50 lots)
PART 4
Community Profile

Top 3 Occupations

The most common occupations among Narwee NSW 2209 residents.

Professionals20%
Managers10%
Technicians and Trades Workers10%

Key Demographics & Tenure

Median age, household income, and the renter-versus-owner split that shape the Narwee NSW 2209 community.

Median age40Years
Median income$1,828Household / week
Renters vs owner-occupiers
RentersOwner-occupiers
40%
60%
Renters
Owner-occupiers

Household Composition

How households are made up across Narwee NSW 2209 — from families with children to couples and single-person homes.

Household type
Married with children65.6%
Married without children32.4%
Other1.9%

Top 5 Birth Countries

The leading countries of birth among Narwee NSW 2209 residents, reflecting the suburb's cultural diversity.

Country of birth
Australia41.7%
China17.6%
Hong_Kong3.9%
Philippines2.4%
Indonesia2.1%

Religion

The most common religious affiliations reported by Narwee NSW 2209 residents.

Top 3 religious affiliations
Christianity46.5%
No Religion8.1%
Buddhism7.6%

Crime in Narwee NSW 2209

How safe is Narwee NSW 2209? 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 Narwee NSW 2209: Suburb Profile & FAQs

Common questions about living in and buying property in Narwee NSW 2209 — 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 Narwee NSW 2209 a good suburb for families?

Narwee NSW 2209 is a solid rather than standout suburb for families. The family case is supported by a reasonable child presence, with about 6.2% of residents aged 0 to 4 and 12.1% aged 5 to 14, plus an average household size of 2.8, which points to many established family households. Narwee also has a meaningful house base, with separate houses making up 47% of homes, so families wanting a backyard are not shut out of the suburb entirely. For day-to-day life, walkability scores well at 4 out of 5, which can help with school runs, errands and local routines. The trade-off is that Narwee is more mixed than classic upper-tier family suburbs. Safety sits at 3 out of 5, and the housing mix includes a notable apartment share at 26%, so it does not feel purely low-density or especially quiet. School ratings are very strong on paper, but buyers should still match that with street-level feel and housing type needs.

What is it like to live in Narwee NSW 2209?

Living in Narwee NSW 2209 feels established, practical and comfortably suburban rather than flashy. Narwee sits in the St George region and reads as an urban, built-up suburb with an established suburban character, so the lifestyle is more about everyday function than prestige or destination living. Walkability is a healthy 4 out of 5, retail is 3 out of 5 and culture is 3 out of 5, which suggests residents get decent local convenience without the suburb feeling overly busy or entertainment-led. That balance will appeal to buyers who want a straightforward, livable base with useful daily amenity. The trade-off is that Narwee is not especially leafy or scenic. Tree canopy is 16.55%, beach access is none, and the overall setting is more practical than picturesque. Safety at 3 out of 5 also points to a suburb that is better described as balanced than especially calm. For buyers who value convenience and normal suburban rhythm, Narwee can still be a very sensible fit.

Is Narwee NSW 2209 well connected for commuting?

Narwee NSW 2209 is well connected for commuting, especially for buyers who value train access. The suburb has a train station on the T8 line, many bus services, and an average public transport commute to the Sydney CBD of about 35 minutes. Driving is quicker at around 25 minutes on average, which adds flexibility for households where one or more people commute by car. That combination makes Narwee a practical choice for workers who need regular access to the city or to broader south and inner-south connections. The limitation is that Narwee is not a suburb with every transport mode on offer. There is no metro, no light rail and no ferry, so the network is useful rather than broad. In practice, that means many buyers will rely heavily on the T8 line and local buses. For commuters wanting rail-based access without paying for a more premium inner-ring suburb, Narwee still stacks up quite well.

Who does Narwee NSW 2209 suit best?

Narwee NSW 2209 suits buyers who want an established suburban base with decent transport, a mixed housing stock and more manageable entry points than many prestige parts of Sydney. The suburb appears to work well for families, upgraders and practical owner-occupiers who still want access to houses, with separate homes making up 47% of stock. At the same time, the apartment presence of 26% and a rental share of about 40.9% mean it also suits buyers who are comfortable in a more mixed and active market. Professionals are the largest occupation group at 21.3%, and the median family income of $1,516 a week suggests a middle-market profile rather than a luxury one. The trade-off is that Narwee may suit buyers seeking polish or exclusivity less well. With a median age of 38 and a broad mix of professionals, clerical workers and trades, it feels grounded and practical. That is a strength for value-focused buyers, but less so for those chasing a prestige-led suburb identity.

What are the pros and cons of living in Narwee NSW 2209?

The main trade-off in Narwee NSW 2209 is that you get good everyday practicality and transport access, but not the premium lifestyle feel of Sydney’s more expensive suburbs. On the plus side, Narwee has train access on the T8 line, many bus services, a 35-minute average public transport CBD commute, walkability at 4 out of 5, and a housing mix that still includes a meaningful 47% share of separate houses. That makes it appealing for buyers who care about function, routine convenience and staying connected without stretching into a prestige postcode. What buyers give up is atmosphere and visual appeal. Narwee is urban and built-up, with canopy cover at 16.55%, no beach access, and mid-range scores for retail, culture and safety at 3 out of 5. It is not the suburb for buyers chasing a highly leafy, highly vibrant or especially exclusive setting. But for households who prioritise access, livability and relative practicality, Narwee can still be a smart fit.

What are property prices like in Narwee NSW 2209?

Property prices in Narwee NSW 2209 look mid-range by Sydney standards, with a clear gap between houses and apartments. In the most recent six-month sales data, houses had a median price of about $1.638 million from 7 sales, while apartments had a median price of about $620,000 from 11 sales. That makes Narwee more accessible for apartment buyers wanting to enter the Sydney market, while houses still sit in a price bracket that requires a substantial family budget. The average apartment price was about $788,182, while the average house price was about $1.384 million, which also suggests some variation in stock and sale quality. The trade-off is straightforward: buying a house in Narwee still means committing well above first-home-buyer budgets in many cases, while apartments offer a lower entry point but less land and family space. For buyers weighing value against location and train access, Narwee presents a practical middle ground rather than a bargain suburb.