North Parramatta vs Northmead
The verdict
Northmead is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.76M versus $1.78M in North Parramatta. North Parramatta rates higher for transport (86 vs 62). North Parramatta is closer to the coast (22.3 km vs 24.1 km). On the separate residential safety score, Northmead rates higher (59 vs 53/100 in North Parramatta).
Scores
| North Parramatta | Northmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 88 | 77 |
| Transport | 86 | 62 |
| Education | 77 | 75 |
| Liveability | 98 | 94 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| North Parramatta | Northmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,064 | 11,261 |
| Median age | 38 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,703 | $1,924 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 53.7% | 51.1% |
| Born in Australia | 47.4% | 61.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.5 |
Growth: North Parramatta High Growth · Northmead Moderate Growth
Property
| North Parramatta | Northmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $1.78M | $1.76M |
| Median unit price | $685K | $725K |
| House price YoY | 24.2% | 0.6% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $752 | $810 |
| Rental yield (house) | 1.9% | 2.5% |
| Days on market (house) | 59 | 46 |
Median price history
Safety
| North Parramatta | Northmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 53 | 59 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 290 | 275 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 166 | 169 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 406 | 249 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 5,048 | 3,277 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| North Parramatta | Northmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 7 | 3 |
| Government | 3 | 3 |
| Independent | 3 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,128 | 1,066 |
See the full school list on each profile: North Parramatta · Northmead
Transport
| North Parramatta | Northmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 86 | 62 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 79 | 41 |
| Light rail stops | 2 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 72 | 78 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.6 km | 2.4 km |
Liveability
| North Parramatta | Northmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 29.0°C | 29.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 18.0°C | 18.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 950 | 950 |
| Supermarkets | 1 | 1 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 11 | 3 |
| Parks | 13 | 10 |
| Playgrounds | 7 | 7 |
| Swimming pools | 8 | 1 |
| Medical GPs | 7 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 22.3 km | 24.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 20.0 km | 21.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.0 km | 1.6 km |
Population & growth
| North Parramatta | Northmead | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 12,064 | 11,261 |
| Estimated 2025 | 12,430 | 12,017 |
| Projected 2041 | 15,685 | 13,066 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.75% | 1.64% |
Common questions
Which is safer, North Parramatta or Northmead?
Northmead has the higher residential safety score (North Parramatta 53/100 vs Northmead 59/100).
Which is more affordable, North Parramatta or Northmead?
Northmead is more affordable, with a median house price of $1.76M versus $1.78M.
Which has better schools, North Parramatta or Northmead?
North Parramatta has a higher average school ICSEA (North Parramatta 1128 vs Northmead 1066; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, North Parramatta or Northmead?
North Parramatta has the higher transport score (North Parramatta 86/100 vs Northmead 62/100).
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