Plumpton
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Plumpton, NSW 2761.
About Plumpton
Welcome to Plumpton
Plumpton sits in Sydney's west, part of the Blacktown local government area and roughly 40 kilometres from the CBD, tucked between Mount Druitt, Rooty Hill, Hebersham and Oakhurst. It's a suburb built largely in the 1980s and 90s on quiet, family-friendly streets, with a population of just over 10,000 and a median age of 34 that points to plenty of young families and first-home buyers.
This is a suburb that suits people wanting space and value without giving up connections to Sydney's rail network and job centres. Detached houses on generous blocks still dominate the streetscape, and the mix of established homes and newer builds gives Plumpton a settled, low-key character that appeals to buyers priced out of areas closer to the harbour.
Housing & architecture
Plumpton's housing stock is overwhelmingly detached houses, brick veneer homes from the 1980s and 90s on solid blocks, many with room for a pool, granny flat or extension. Current listings put houses at 66% of the market, with townhouses making up 28% and vacant land accounting for the remainder, so buyers after a low-maintenance option or a chance to build from scratch both have choices.
Streets tend to be wide and leafy, laid out in classic suburban grids, and there's a reasonable amount of owner-occupier pride evident in gardens and renovations. It's not a suburb of architectural statements, but rather one of solid, practical family homes.
The property market
The median house price in Plumpton is currently $1.06 million, following growth of 13.4% in the recent period, a sign that western Sydney's family-suburb market has been firming up. Median rent sits at $650 a week, reflecting steady demand from tenants who want house-sized living without inner-west or north shore price tags.
Compared with neighbouring Mount Druitt and Rooty Hill, Plumpton generally commands a premium, while still offering better value than suburbs closer to the M7 corridor's newer estates. The dwelling mix on the market, mostly houses with a healthy slice of townhouses and some land, suggests both established buyers and those wanting to build are active here.
Getting around
Plumpton doesn't have its own train station, but Mount Druitt and Rooty Hill stations are both close by on the Sydney Trains network, giving residents a direct line into the CBD and connections through Sydney's west. The M7 and M4 motorways are within easy reach, making it a practical base for anyone commuting by car to Parramatta, Blacktown or further afield.
Local bus routes link Plumpton to Mount Druitt's transport interchange and shopping precinct, and the suburb's grid-style streets make it easy to get around on foot or bike for school runs and local errands.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for, with Plumpton Public School and Plumpton High School both serving the local area directly, offering the convenience of a full public schooling pathway within the suburb. Western Grammar School and Plumpton House School add further options, while Good Shepherd Primary School provides a Catholic schooling choice nearby.
With a median age of 34 and a population of just over 10,000, Plumpton has the demographic profile of a suburb still very much geared toward young and growing families, and the spread of schools within a short drive reinforces that appeal.
Lifestyle & dining
Day-to-day life in Plumpton revolves around the home and the local neighbourhood rather than a bustling main street, with residents typically heading to Mount Druitt or Rooty Hill for cafes, restaurants and bigger shopping trips. It's a suburb that rewards those who like a quieter pace, with parks, sporting fields and local ovals providing the social hub on weekends.
The proximity to Mount Druitt's town centre means residents don't have to travel far for a wider range of dining options, from casual takeaway to family restaurants, while western Sydney's growing food scene continues to expand into surrounding suburbs like Oakhurst and Hebersham.
Market snapshot
Plumpton property market
Median sale price
$1.06m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$650
per week
Gross rental yield
3.2%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$789k
Median
$1.06m
Premium
$1.48m
Days on market
26
Auction clearance
91%
Sold this year
47
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +7.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Plumpton by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Plumpton, NSW 2761.
Population
10,070
residents (2021)
Median age
34
years
Household income
$2,171
median, per week
Median rent
$430
per week
Median mortgage
$2,167
per month
Mortgage / income
23%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Plumpton
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Plumpton
$765k
8/5 Woodvale Close
Sold ~July 2026
$865k
98 Carroll Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$1.03m
81 Carroll Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$965k
18 Gobi Glade
Sold ~June 2026
$1.02m
51 Parkwood Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.10m
13 Minahan Place
Sold ~June 2026
$1.02m
5 Polonia Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
$1.10m
17 Polonia Avenue
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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Common questions
Plumpton suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Plumpton?
The median house price in Plumpton, NSW is $1.06m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 13.4%.
How much is rent in Plumpton?
The median weekly rent in Plumpton is around $650 per week.
Is Plumpton a good place to live?
Plumpton is a western suburb of Sydney. Plumpton is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 10,070 and 5 schools in the area.
What is the population of Plumpton?
Plumpton has a population of 10,070 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 34.
What schools are in Plumpton?
There are 5 schools in or near Plumpton, including Plumpton House School, Western Grammar School and Good Shepherd Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Plumpton?
Properties in Plumpton take around 26 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 91%.
How much do you need to buy in Plumpton?
Entry-level properties in Plumpton start around $789k, while premium homes reach $1.48m.
What suburbs are near Plumpton?
Suburbs near Plumpton include Mount Druitt, Rooty Hill, Druitt, Hebersham and Oakhurst.
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