Kingswood
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Kingswood, NSW 2747.
About Kingswood
Welcome to Kingswood
Kingswood sits in Sydney's outer west, part of the Penrith local government area and only a short drive from Penrith itself. It's a modest, unpretentious suburb that has long served as a home base for university students, TAFE staff and families drawn to the area's education precinct, with Western Sydney University's Kingswood campus giving the suburb a distinct, youthful undercurrent alongside its established residential streets.
With a small population of around 1,142 and a median age of 45, Kingswood has a settled, low-key character rather than the buzz of a booming growth corridor. It suits buyers and tenants who want proximity to Penrith's amenities and transport without paying Penrith prices, as well as those with ties to the local university, TAFE and hospital precincts.
Lifestyle & dining
Kingswood's own café and retail strip is modest, and most residents lean on neighbouring Penrith for their day-to-day dining and entertainment, which is only a few minutes away by car or train. Locally, life tends to revolve around the university campus, nearby parks and the quieter residential streets that make up most of the suburb. It's a practical, no-fuss kind of place rather than a dining destination, and that suits the many residents who prioritise convenience and affordability over lifestyle bells and whistles.
Shopping
For everyday shopping, Kingswood residents typically head into Penrith, which offers full-scale retail including Westfield Penrith and the Penrith CBD strip. Cambridge Park and Cambridge Gardens, both bordering Kingswood, add further local shopping options with neighbourhood centres catering to daily needs. This arrangement means Kingswood locals get the benefit of a major retail hub nearby without the density that comes with living right in it.
Getting around
Kingswood railway station, on the Main Western line, is one of the suburb's biggest practical assets, offering a direct rail link into Penrith and onward towards the Sydney CBD via the T1 line. This makes Kingswood a genuine option for commuters who want train access without inner-Penrith prices. Roads such as the Great Western Highway and M4 Motorway are within easy reach, connecting residents to Werrington Downs, Caddens and the broader western Sydney road network, while Penrith's bus interchange nearby extends options further.
Schools & families
Education is genuinely one of Kingswood's defining features. Kingswood Public School and Kingswood South Public School serve local families at the primary level, while Kingswood High School and the well-regarded St Dominic's College cover secondary schooling. On top of this, Western Sydney University's Kingswood campus and the adjacent Nepean Hospital and TAFE facilities give the suburb an unusually strong education and health-services footprint for its size, making it a practical base for staff and students as well as traditional homeowning families.
Housing & architecture
Kingswood's housing stock is a mix of older post-war homes, newer townhouse developments and a growing number of apartment blocks, reflecting its position as an established suburb that has gradually diversified its dwelling types. Current listings show a fairly even three-way split: 39% houses, 35% townhouses and 26% apartments or units, giving buyers and renters a genuine choice of dwelling type rather than a market dominated by a single style. This mix also reflects the suburb's proximity to the university and hospital, which supports demand for lower-maintenance, higher-density housing alongside traditional family homes.
The property market
Kingswood's median house price currently sits at $875,000, with units and apartments considerably more affordable at a median of $505,000, giving the suburb a genuine entry point for buyers priced out of Penrith proper or closer-in western suburbs. House prices have grown strongly of late, up 15.4% recently, a sign that Kingswood's affordability relative to its transport links and services is being recognised by the market. Renters face a median asking rent of $595 per week, which alongside the sale figures points to solid, if not top-tier, rental yields for investors weighing up the suburb's mixed dwelling stock and steady tenant demand from students, hospital staff and families alike.
Market snapshot
Kingswood property market
Median sale price
$875k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$595
per week
Gross rental yield
3.5%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$700k
Median
$875k
Premium
$1.37m
Days on market
13
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
88
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +6.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Kingswood by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Kingswood, NSW 2747.
Population
1,142
residents (2021)
Median age
45
years
Household income
$2,085
median, per week
Median rent
$360
per week
Median mortgage
$1,950
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Kingswood
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Kingswood
$1.35m
8 & 8a Calgaroo Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$600k
707A/48-56 Derby Street
Sold ~July 2026
$800k
3/15 Walter Street
Sold ~July 2026
$565k
108B/48-56 Derby Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.75m
36 First Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.34m
18 Edward Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.28m
21 Casuarina Circuit
Sold ~June 2026
$950k
8 Manning Street
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Properties & amenities in Kingswood
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Common questions
Kingswood suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Kingswood?
The median house price in Kingswood, NSW is $875k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 15.4%.
How much is rent in Kingswood?
The median weekly rent in Kingswood is around $595 per week.
Is Kingswood a good place to live?
Kingswood is a suburb in western Sydney, in the state of New South Wales in Australia. Kingswood is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 1,142 and 4 schools in the area.
What is the population of Kingswood?
Kingswood has a population of 1,142 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 45.
What schools are in Kingswood?
There are 4 schools in or near Kingswood, including Kingswood Public School, Kingswood South Public School and Kingswood High School.
How long do homes take to sell in Kingswood?
Properties in Kingswood take around 13 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Kingswood?
Entry-level properties in Kingswood start around $700k, while premium homes reach $1.37m.
What suburbs are near Kingswood?
Suburbs near Kingswood include Cambridge Park, Cambridge Gardens, Caddens, Penrith and Werrington Downs.
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New this week in Kingswood
3 Bedroom Townhouse Walk to Nepean Hospital
3 Bedroom Townhouse in Kingswood
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