Padstow
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Padstow, NSW 2211.
About Padstow
Welcome to Padstow
Padstow sits in Sydney's south-west, roughly 22 kilometres from the CBD, wedged between the Georges River and the busy corridors of Revesby and Riverwood. It's a quiet, established residential pocket that has long appealed to families and long-term locals rather than chasing trends, with tree-lined streets of brick homes and a genuinely community feel.
With a population of just over 14,000 and a median age of 40, Padstow skews toward settled households and older families rather than share-house renters or young singles. It suits buyers who want space, a sense of neighbourhood, and easy access to both the river and the rail line, without paying inner-city prices.
Lifestyle & dining
Padstow's day-to-day life revolves around its local shopping strip along Padstow Parade, where cafes, bakeries and takeaway spots serve a steady stream of regulars rather than passing trade. It's an unpretentious kind of suburb — the kind of place where the corner shop owner knows your order — and that low-key character is part of its appeal.
The Georges River frontage adds a genuine lifestyle drawcard, with walking and cycling paths tracing the water and connecting through to Riverwood and Revesby. Weekend life here tends to be about the outdoors and family time rather than nightlife, which is exactly what draws many buyers in the first place.
Getting around
Padstow railway station, on the East Hills line, gives residents a direct run into the CBD as well as connections through to Revesby and Riverwood, making it a practical option for commuters who want to avoid driving every day. The line also links through to the airport and inner-south precincts via connecting services.
Road access is straightforward too, with the suburb well placed between the Hume Highway and King Georges Road, both useful for reaching Bankstown, Hurstville and beyond. It's not a suburb built around public transport glamour, but it's reliably connected for a south-west Sydney location.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Padstow North Public School, Padstow Park Public School and Padstow Heights Public School all serving the area, giving parents genuine choice within a short drive or walk. Caroline Chisholm School, a Catholic secondary option, is also close by, rounding out the schooling landscape without residents needing to look outside the immediate area.
This density of local schools is one of the quieter reasons Padstow holds appeal for families — it's rare to need to cross into Peakhurst or Narwee for a decent education option, though both are close if needed.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock is a mix of solid mid-century brick homes, some older cottages and a growing number of townhouse developments responding to demand for lower-maintenance living. Current listings show houses make up 63% of the market, with townhouses at 37%, reflecting a suburb in gradual transition from purely detached housing toward more diverse options.
Block sizes tend to be generous by Sydney standards, particularly closer to the river, which continues to attract renovators and families wanting room to extend rather than move.
The property market
Padstow's median house price currently sits at $1.48 million, having grown 3.9% recently — solid, steady movement rather than a boom, consistent with the suburb's reputation as a dependable rather than speculative buy. Median rent is $800 a week, reflecting strong ongoing demand from tenants who want the space and access that Padstow offers without inner-city costs.
Compared with neighbouring Padstow Heights, which trades on slightly larger blocks and river views, Padstow itself tends to offer relatively better value while still being close to Revesby's retail strip and Riverwood's transport links. For buyers priced out of the eastern and inner-south markets, it remains a comparatively accessible entry point into a well-serviced, established suburb.
Market snapshot
Padstow property market
Median sale price
$1.48m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$800
per week
Gross rental yield
2.8%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$969k
Median
$1.48m
Premium
$1.91m
Days on market
41
Auction clearance
78%
Sold this year
83
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +5.3% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Padstow by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Padstow, NSW 2211.
Population
14,017
residents (2021)
Median age
40
years
Household income
$1,891
median, per week
Median rent
$470
per week
Median mortgage
$2,400
per month
Mortgage / income
29%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Padstow
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Padstow
$1.83m
10A Leader Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.45m
1B Halcyon Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.47m
31 Segers Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.65m
25 Dravet Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.50m
36 Alma Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.80m
35B Craigie Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.60m
5A Wyreema Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$2.21m
35B Mackinnon Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Padstow suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Padstow?
The median house price in Padstow, NSW is $1.48m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 3.9%.
How much is rent in Padstow?
The median weekly rent in Padstow is around $800 per week.
Is Padstow a good place to live?
Padstow is a suburb in South-western Sydney in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Padstow is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 14,017 and 4 schools in the area.
What is the population of Padstow?
Padstow has a population of 14,017 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 40.
What schools are in Padstow?
There are 4 schools in or near Padstow, including Caroline Chisholm School, Padstow Heights Public School and Padstow North Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Padstow?
Properties in Padstow take around 41 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 78%.
How much do you need to buy in Padstow?
Entry-level properties in Padstow start around $969k, while premium homes reach $1.91m.
What suburbs are near Padstow?
Suburbs near Padstow include Riverwood, Revesby, Peakhurst, Padstow Heights and Narwee.
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