Peakhurst
NSW 2210 · Georges River
12,079 (2021) → 12,551 est. (2025) · Stable
Part of the Georges River local government area (est. 176,730 residents)
Based on transport, liveability & education. Safety is scored separately below.
Peakhurst is a stable suburb in Georges River, NSW 2210, about 17km from Sydney CBD. Its median house price of $1.68M is more expensive than the NSW average. The suburb has 3 schools, a transport score of 80/100, and is a short drive from the coast. Peakhurst has an overall score of 80/100, based on transport, liveability and education, plus a separate residential safety score of 76/100.
Demographics
Age distribution
ATO 2023-24, postcode 2210 area — postcode-level, not suburb-specific.
Top countries of birth: China (7.09%), Lebanon (1.71%), England (1.64%), Hong Kong (1.55%), New Zealand (1.47%)
Top languages: Mandarin (6.82%), Arabic (5.89%), Cantonese (5.77%), Greek (5.05%), Macedon (2.74%)
Source: ABS Census 2021
Property
Median price history
Source: NSW Valuer General · Updated Q1 2026
Residential Safety
Recorded residential incidents (latest year), with rate per 100,000 residents:
Includes street and public-place assaults — supplementary context, not part of the safety score.
Residential incidents over time
Sum of the five residential categories above — not all recorded crime.
Area crime context
An independent score — crime data quality varies by state, so safety is shown separately and is not part of the overall score.
Source: BOCSAR · Updated March 2026
Schools
Strong school options
Well above average — good-quality schools within reach and a healthy range of options to choose from.
Average ICSEA of schools within 10km 1045 (above the national average of 1000).
In suburb
- Peakhurst Public SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1043
- Peakhurst West Public SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1023
- Georges River College Peakhurst CampusSecondary · GovernmentICSEA 1008
Nearby (within 10km)
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary SchoolPrimary · Catholic · 1.1kmICSEA 1083
- Aspect South East Sydney SchoolPrimary · Independent · 1.2kmICSEA 1067
- Peakhurst South Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 1.3kmICSEA 1061
- Penshurst West Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 1.5kmICSEA 1047
- Southside Montessori SchoolPrimary · Independent · 1.5kmICSEA 1110
- Riverwood Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 1.8kmICSEA 958
- Hannans Road Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 1.8kmICSEA 987
- Narwee Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 1.9kmICSEA 1001
- Oatley West Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.1kmICSEA 1132
- St Therese Catholic Primary SchoolPrimary · Catholic · 2.3kmICSEA 1079
- Padstow Park Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.4kmICSEA 1019
- Padstow Heights Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.5kmICSEA 1053
Source: ACARA MySchool · Updated 2025
Transport
Source: TfNSW GTFS
Employment & Economy
Top local industries
Source: DEWR SALM / ABS Census 2021 · Updated SALM Mar 2026 / 2021 Census
Liveability
Amenities within 2–3km
Counted within a short distance of the suburb centre (so nearby facilities count), with the in-boundary count shown beneath.
In this suburb
Source: Bureau of Meteorology · OpenStreetMap · Healthdirect NHSD (via Geoscience Australia)
Fitness
Decent access
Around the national average — a reasonable mix of fitness facilities, with more variety a short drive away.
Facilities within 3km of the suburb centre. The Fitness Score is a national percentile of these counts per resident.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Outdoors
Some green space
Around the national average — a reasonable amount of parks and outdoor space nearby.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Outdoor Score is a national percentile led by parks and green space.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Culture
Limited cultural access
Below average — fewer cultural venues nearby.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Culture Score is a national percentile weighting theatres, museums, galleries, libraries and arts centres most heavily.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Entertainment Scene
Not much nightlife
Very few licensed venues nearby — you'll be heading to a neighbouring suburb for a night out.
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Source: Liquor & Gaming NSW · Updated June 2024
Childcare
Strong options nearby
Well above average for childcare services — good choice and quality, with most families finding a place without a long drive.
View childcare centres on the map →
Source: ACECQA National Quality Framework Register · Updated July 2026
Aged Care
Government-subsidised aged care services located in this suburb. Star Ratings are the official ratings for residential aged care homes.
Source: Dept of Health, Disability and Ageing · Updated May 2026 Star Ratings
Places of Worship
Mapped places of worship within 3km of the suburb centre, grouped by religion where recorded. Community mapping may not capture every congregation.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Population & Growth
StableSource: ABS ERP & NSW DPHI
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Frequently asked questions about Peakhurst
Is Peakhurst safe?
Peakhurst has a residential safety score of 76/100, based on residential crime (break-ins, theft from dwellings, vehicle theft, domestic assault and robbery) per resident relative to the NSW median. Its total recorded incident rate is 3,568 per 100,000 across all categories.
What are property prices in Peakhurst?
In Peakhurst, the median house price is $1.68M and the median unit price is $838K. Median weekly house rent is $875.
How far is Peakhurst from Sydney CBD?
Peakhurst is about 17.0 km from Sydney CBD, an estimated 63 minutes by public transport.
What schools are in Peakhurst?
Peakhurst has 3 schools, with an average ICSEA of 1025 (the national average is 1000). Schools are listed factually, not ranked.
What is public transport like in Peakhurst?
Peakhurst has a transport score of 80/100 and 89 bus stops.