NSW · Hawkesbury Council
Kurrajong, 2758
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Desirability score
- Green suburb
- National parks
- Excellent transport
- High desirability
Suburb profile
Kurrajong is a hillside mid-sized suburb in Hawkesbury, with elevated streets and a greener, quieter pace. The community is self-contained in the best sense. Local life comes first, with the region opening up beyond. Fresh country air and elevated outlooks are part of the appeal up here among the hills.
Long-term locals and family households define much of the community, with family life visible on every street. Life here is grounded in local routine rather than big-city choice, and that is part of the charm. Pocket parks and green corners give residents room to get outside without leaving the neighbourhood.
Public transport is a genuine asset, linking residents to work, study and nearby neighbourhoods. Homes here are sought-after, with many people drawn to the lifestyle the area offers.
On the desirability index, the suburb rates good overall, led by housing affordability and transport and access, while local dining and lifestyle amenities and safety sit closer to the middle of the pack for similar regional towns. Limited access to some essential local services also trimmed the result.
Population
- Population
- 3,113
- Median age
- 46
- Median household income / week
- $2,304
- Dwelling vacancy
- 5.6%
- Unoccupied private dwellings
- 61 of 1,099
- Median monthly mortgage
- $2,600
- Employment rate
- 62%
- Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
- 65 / 12 / 12
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)
Data sources & freshness
- 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 Census release
The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.
Housing
- Houses (January to March 2026)
- $750
Median weekly rent from NSW DCJ rent tables. Figures can be unreliable where few bonds were lodged in the quarter.
Contributes to desirability score · Housing (15%) · Future Growth (7%)
Median price, rental yield and vacancy Recent price momentum
Data sources & freshness
- DCJ rent tables — NSW Department of Communities and Justice · Period: January to March 2026 · Updated on site · Quarterly releases
Crime & safety
- Total offences (Jan 2025 to Dec 2025)
- 82
- Against the person
- 26
- Against property
- 47
- Rate per 1,000 residents
- 26.3
- Person-crime prevalence
- About 1 in 120 residents
- State safety percentile
- 4.7th (lower crime is better)
- Increase (daily rate)
- +17.5%
Reported offences increased compared with the previous period.
Reported offences by period
Most common offence types
- Arson20
- Domestic Violence Related Assault22
- Intimidation, Stalking And Harassment28
- Malicious Damage To Property30
- Other Theft24
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Crime rate and year-on-year trend
Data sources & freshness
- BOCSAR postcode crime statistics — NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Period: Jan 2024 to Dec 2024 → Jan 2025 to Dec 2025; Jan 2025 to Dec 2025 · Updated on site · Rolling 12-month windows
Schools & preschools
- Schools & preschools
- 4
- Median school ICSEA (4 schools)
- 1,041.5
- Comleroy Road Public SchoolPrimary
- Hawkesbury Independent SchoolPrimary
- Kurrajong Public SchoolPrimary
- Kuyper Christian SchoolCombined
Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)
School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA
Data sources & freshness
- ACARA school locations — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · Period: 2025 · Updated on site · Annual ACARA release
- School ICSEA scores — Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority · Period: 2025 · Updated on site · Annual ACARA release
Public transport
55 public transport stops in this suburb
- Bells Line Of Rd Opp Comleroy Rd
- Kurrajong Village Shops, Old Bells Line Of Rd
- Old Bells Line Of Rd After Kurrajong Rd
- Old Bells Line Of Rd Before Vincents Rd
- Old Bells Line Of Rd Opp Kurrajong Village Shops
Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)
Public transport stop coverage
Data sources & freshness
- Timetables Complete GTFS stops (© Transport for NSW, CC BY 4.0) — Transport for NSW — Open Data Hub · Period: current · Updated on site · GTFS static feed (updated nightly)
Roadworks & transport
1 active roadworks / incidents
- RoadworksBells Line of Road, Mill Road28 Jun 2026 – 05 Jul 2026
Data sources & freshness
- Road incidents & closures — State road authority open-data feeds · Period: current · Updated on site · Hourly refresh where supported
Planning & development
Development applications from NSW Planning Portal (lodged 2020–2026).
148 planning-related records
2026· 8 proposals
May 2026
- Subdivision631 BELLS LINE OF ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Under Assessment
April 2026
- Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure1040 GROSE VALE ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Under Assessment
- Shed; Erection of a new structure70 OLD BELLS LINE OF ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Under Assessment
March 2026
- Demolition; Erection of a new structure; Aerials, antennae and communication dishes; Air-conditioning units; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah; Driveways and hard stand spaces; Fences; Rainwater tanks; Manufactured home; Non-standard Housing; Residential Accommodation; Supporting Development41 VINCENTS ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure16 LILY PLACE KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure12 LILY PLACE KURRAJONG 2758Determined
February 2026
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure6 LILY PLACE KURRAJONG 2758Determined
January 2026
- Shed; Erection of a new structure93 PEEL PARADE KURRAJONG 2758Determined
2025· 16 proposals
November 2025
- Demolition; Shed; Erection of a new structure; Cabanas, cubby houses, ferneries, garden sheds, gazebos and greenhouses; Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support63 OSWALD PARK PLACE KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure; Residential Accommodation409 GREGGS ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
October 2025
- Subdivision11 LILY PLACE KURRAJONG 2758Determined
September 2025
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure6 LILY PLACE KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Residential Accommodation222 CEDAR RIDGE ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
August 2025
- Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Dual occupancy (detached); Residential Accommodation89 ARCADIAN ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Withdrawn
- Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Residential Accommodation83E WILLOW GLEN ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
July 2025
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure459 GREGGS ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Landscaping structures63 OSWALD PARK PLACE KURRAJONG 2758Determined
May 2025
- Shed; Erection of a new structure116 DOLLINS ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure6 LILY PLACE KURRAJONG 2758Withdrawn
April 2025
- Demolition; Advertising and signage; Erection of a new structure; Community facility44 MILL ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
March 2025
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure26 KURRAJONG ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure61 KURRAJONG ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
February 2025
- Demolition; Shed; Erection of a new structure; Business identification sign; Centre-based child care1040 GROSE VALE ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Deferred Commencement
January 2025
- Shed; Erection of a new structure808 COMLEROY ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
2024· 16 proposals
December 2024
- Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Dual occupancy (attached)929 COMLEROY ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Operational consent issued
- Demolition; Shed; Erection of a new structure; Cabanas, cubby houses, ferneries, garden sheds, gazebos and greenhouses; Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support63 OSWALD PARK PLACE KURRAJONG 2758Determined
November 2024
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure124 DOLLINS ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Withdrawn
- Subdivision59 BROWNS ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure26 KURRAJONG ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure26 KURRAJONG ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure; Residential Accommodation55 KURRAJONG ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure; Residential Accommodation55 KURRAJONG ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure; Residential Accommodation55 KURRAJONG ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Shed; Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure146 BROWNS ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Demolition; Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure7 KURRAJONG ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
October 2024
- Educational establishment; Erection of a new structure; School316 COMLEROY ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Residential Accommodation139 COMLEROY ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
- Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure836 COMLEROY ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
August 2024
- Erection of a new structure; Infrastructure9 SHERWOOD STREET KURRAJONG 2758Withdrawn
- Subdivision10 OLD BELLS LINE OF ROAD KURRAJONG 2758Determined
Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)
Development and planning activity
Data sources & freshness
- Online DA development application register — NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure · Period: 2020–2026 · Updated on site · Daily open-data feed (applications from Oct 2018)
Amenities
6 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km
- Sports field
- Swimming pool (5)
Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe).
Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)
Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh
Parks & reserves
5 parks and public open space in this suburb
- Kurrajong Bark ParkPark
- Kurrajong Memorial ParkPark
- Matherson ParkNature reserve
- McMahon ParkPark
- Singletons ReservePark
Data sources & freshness
- Parks & reserves — State government + ABS LGA boundaries · Period: current · Updated on site
Health access
- Hospitals & GP clinics
- 7
- Emergency department
- Not in suburb
- Denture Clinicdentist
- Greater Western HealthGrose Vale Roadphysiotherapist
- Greater Western HealthGrose Vale Roadpodiatrist
- Kurrajong Compounding PharmacyOld Bells Line of Roadpharmacy
- Kurrajong Natural Medicine CentreGrose Vale Roadalternative
- Kurrajong Village Medical Centre - Myhealthclinic
- Powerful Perspectivesyes
Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)
Hospitals and GP clinics
Data sources & freshness
- Hospitals & clinics — OpenStreetMap + state health datasets · Period: current · Updated on site
Socio-economic (SEIFA)
- IRSAD decile (2021)
- 9/10
- IRSD decile (2021)
- 9/10
SEIFA indexes from ABS 2021. Decile 10 = most advantaged / least disadvantaged in Australia.
Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)
Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)
Data sources & freshness
- SEIFA 2021 (IRSAD / IRSD) — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 SEIFA release
Heritage
2 state heritage places
- Goldfinders Inn Group164 Old Bells Line of Road, KurrajongSHR
- Singleton Watermills Archaeological Site 154 MIll Road, KurrajongSHR
Data sources & freshness
- State heritage register — State heritage authority · Period: current · Updated on site
Hazards
- Bushfire planning zone
- Overlay applies
Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via NSW bush fire prone land mapping.
Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)
Bushfire hazard overlays
Data sources & freshness
- Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · Period: current · Updated on site
Green cover
- Parks & woodland (OSM)
- 10
- Parks (OSM)
- 5
OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.
Contributes to desirability score · Environment (10%)
Parks and green cover (OpenStreetMap)
Data sources & freshness
- OpenStreetMap green cover features — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh
Desirability Index
- Desirability score
- 57.8/100 — Good
- State standing
- Top 17% of New South Wales' suburbs
- National rank
- 1069th in Australia
- State rank
- 349th in NSW
- Peer rank
- #20 among Country & regional · Mature suburbs
- Cohort rank
- #58 among Country & regional suburbs
- Data confidence
- 82%
Data sources & freshness
- Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics
Recent changes
- Sports fieldamenitiespitch
- Swimming poolamenitiesswimming_pool
- Swimming poolamenitiesswimming_pool
- Swimming poolamenitiesswimming_pool
- Swimming poolamenitiesswimming_pool
- Swimming poolamenitiesswimming_pool
- Arsoncrime20
- Domestic Violence Related Assaultcrime22
- Intimidation, Stalking And Harassmentcrime28
- Malicious Damage To Propertycrime30
Data sources & freshness
- BOCSAR postcode crime statistics — NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Updated on site · Rolling 12-month windows
- OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · Updated on site · Weekly refresh
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