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49/2 Wentworth Avenue, Toongabbie, NSW 2146
Price Guide $470,000 - $490,000
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Open Saturday 27 June 11:00 am🏛️ About This Suburb (Last Updated Date: 2026-03-06)
History, Aboriginal heritage, and the story behind the name.
Toongabbie — Darug Country
Toongabbie was the third settlement in Australia, established as a government farm to supplement the failing crops at Sydney Cove and Parramatta. It served as a harsh penal station for 'incorrigibles' before transitioning into a productive agricultural and orcharding district in the 19th century. The post-WWII era saw its transformation into a residential suburb with significant growth in the 1960s and 70s.
Today, it is a multicultural residential stronghold popular with young families and commuters, characterized by a mix of original post-war cottages and modern dual-occupancy developments.
Overall Score
7.2
A solid performer for families, balanced by high transport utility but dampened by environmental risks.
Aboriginal Name
Toongabbie— "Place by the water or meeting of the waters"
Name Origin
Named by Governor Arthur Phillip in 1791, derived from the local Darug language.
Established
1791 (Convict Farm), Gazetted 1927
Historical Significance
Site of the third British settlement in Australia.
Triple Council
The suburb is uniquely split between Parramatta, Blacktown, and Cumberland LGAs.
Transport Hub
Features a major station on the T1 Western and T5 Cumberland lines.
📊 Scorecard
12 key dimensions scored 0–10. Each score includes a one-line explanation.
Market Momentum
6.5
Steady demand from first-home buyers priced out of Seven Hills and Winston Hills.
Amenity
6.8
Good local shopping at Portico Plaza, though major retail requires a trip to Blacktown or Parramatta.
Schools
7.8
Metella Road Public School is a significant drawcard for young families in the catchment.
Transport
8.5
Excellent rail access with direct services to the CBD and Parramatta.
Risk Profile
5.2
Lower score due to significant flood mapping across a large percentage of residential lots.
Liveability
7.4
High family appeal with numerous parks and a community-centric atmosphere.
Demographics
7.1
Diverse, upwardly mobile population with a high proportion of professional families.
Rental Demand
7.9
Strong demand for houses near the station, particularly from the growing South Asian community.
Growth Potential
7.3
Potential for uplift as Parramatta expands, though flood constraints limit some density increases.
Affordability
6.2
More affordable than nearby Girraween or Winston Hills, but prices have risen sharply since 2021.
Crime & Safety
6.9
Generally safe, with crime rates largely in line with or slightly below Western Sydney averages.
Walkability
6.4
High near the station and Portico Plaza, but drops significantly in the northern and southern residential fringes.
⚡ Quick Snapshot
Key metrics at a glance, plus your top advantages and watch-outs.
Median House
$1,185,000
Estimated as of Q1 2026
Median Unit
$645,000
Strong yield for investors
12mo Growth
4.8%
Steady capital appreciation
Top School
Metella Road
Highly sought-after catchment
CBD Commute
42 mins
Via T1 Western Line
Flood Risk
High
Check 1:100 year maps
✅ Key Advantages
- Excellent rail connectivity to Parramatta (10 mins) and Sydney CBD (42 mins).
- Highly regarded primary schools, particularly Metella Road Public School.
- Relative affordability compared to neighboring Girraween and Winston Hills.
- Strong sense of community with diverse multicultural grocery and dining options.
- Large block sizes (typically 550sqm+) providing future renovation or granny flat potential.
⚠️ Key Watch-Outs
- Significant portions of the suburb are identified as flood-prone land.
- Older housing stock often contains asbestos and requires electrical upgrades.
- Split council jurisdictions can lead to inconsistent planning and maintenance standards.
- Aircraft noise can be a factor due to proximity to flight paths for Western Sydney airports.
- Limited high-school options within the suburb itself, requiring travel to nearby areas.
🏘️ Suburb Overview
Character, property mix, price range and what drives value here.
🏙️ Character
Suburban Family
How this suburb feels day-to-day.
🏠 Property Types
Predominantly detached single-storey dwellings, with increasing townhouse and mid-rise apartment clusters near the station.
Dominant dwelling stock.
💰 Price Range
$600k (Units) – $1.7m (Premium Renovated Houses)
Typical entry to ceiling.
💡 Why It Matters
Toongabbie serves as a critical entry point for families seeking the 'quarter-acre dream' with a train line. Its position between the Parramatta and Blacktown employment hubs makes it a resilient choice for long-term capital growth.
💰 Price Guide & Market Trends
Medians, rental market, 5-year history and property split.
🏠 House Median
$1,185,000
$1.05m – $1.65m
🏢 Unit Median
$645,000
$580k – $780k
📈 Price Trend
+4.8% past 12 months
12-month movement
🔑 Weekly Rents
Houses $720pw, Units $580pw
Current asking rents
📉 5-Year Price History
🏘️ Property Type Split
The house median has stabilized after the post-pandemic surge, showing resilience despite interest rate pressures due to the lack of stock in the Metella Road catchment.
🎯 Affordability
How this suburb compares to metro and state medians.
🏙️ vs Metro Average
14% below Greater Sydney house median
Price comparison
📋 Income Ratio
8.8x average household income
Median price ÷ median income
💳 Gross Yield
3.4% (Houses), 4.8% (Units)
Estimated rental yield
More AffordableModeratePremium
Entry levelMid rangePremium
While more affordable than the inner-west, Toongabbie has transitioned from 'cheap' to 'mid-market'. Buyers now require significant deposits to secure land-value assets.
🔥 Rental Demand
Vacancy rates, demand pressure, tenant profile, and investor outlook.
📊 Vacancy Rate
1.1%
Lower = tighter market
⏱️ Days to Lease
16 days
Avg time on market
📈 Rent Growth p.a.
+8.5%
Annual rental increase
Demand Level
High
👤 Tenant Profile
Young professional couples and migrant families prioritizing school catchments and rail access.
💼 Investor Outlook
Strong. Low vacancy rates and high demand for 3-bedroom houses suggest stable cash flow, though flood-affected properties may face higher insurance costs that eat into net yields.
🚀 Growth Potential
Historical capital growth, infrastructure pipeline, and 5-year outlook.
+4.8%
1-Year Growth
+14.2% cumulative
3-Year Growth
+33.1% cumulative
5-Year Growth
📍 Growth Drivers
- Ongoing expansion of the Parramatta CBD as Sydney's second core.
- Scarcity of land in reputable school catchments.
- Gentrification of older housing stock by second-home buyers.
- Proposed upgrades to local parklands and community facilities under council masterplans.
⛔ Headwinds
- Strict flood-related development controls limiting subdivision in many areas.
- Increasing insurance premiums for properties near the creek lines.
- Competition from newer master-planned estates in the North-West.
🔮 5-Year Outlook
Expect moderate, steady growth outperforming the Sydney average as the 'middle-ring' becomes the new 'inner-ring' for affordability. The gap between flood-free and flood-affected land will likely widen.
🛡️ Crime & Safety
Safety index, trend comparison, and what to check locally.
6.9
Safety Score
Average
📉 Trend
Stable
vs last 12 months
🏙️ vs Metro Average
8% below NSW state average for major offences
Relative comparison
Risk Categories
Break and Enter: Medium
Vehicle Theft: Low
Assault: Low
📋 What to Check Locally
Standard suburban precautions apply. Focus on properties with secure fencing and sensor lighting. Check local police reports for activity near the station precinct late at night.
⚠️ Risk Profile
Natural hazards and planning risks to verify before buying.
📋 Summary
The primary risk is environmental, specifically overland flow and creek flooding. Secondary risks involve the age of infrastructure in older pockets.
🌊 Flood Risk
High. Significant areas are mapped within the 1-in-100-year flood zone. This affects building envelopes and floor level requirements.
🔥 Bushfire Risk
Low risk. Most of the suburb is managed urban land.
🏦 Insurance Impact
Can be prohibitively expensive or difficult to obtain for properties directly adjacent to Toongabbie Creek.
🗺️ Planning & Zoning
Development controls, overlays, and what's changing locally.
📐 Typical Zoning
R2 Low Density Residential
🔲 Overlays
Flood Planning, Heritage (limited), Acid Sulfate Soils (Class 5)
🏗️ Development Hotspots
Transit-oriented development (TOD) zones around Toongabbie Station are seeing R4 High Density uplift.
Understanding which council (Blacktown, Parramatta, or Cumberland) governs a specific lot is vital as setback and granny flat rules differ between them.
🌳 Liveability
Day-to-day experience — transport, amenity, green space, schools and healthcare.
🚌 Transport
Excellent rail services; however, local bus frequency can be sparse in residential pockets.
🛍️ Amenity & Retail
Portico Plaza provides essential retail (Woolworths), but lacks high-end dining or cinema options.
🌲 Parks & Recreation
Abundant green space including Binalong Park and McCoy Park, which offer great sports facilities.
🏫 Schools
A major strength for primary-aged children; high school options are more varied in quality.
🏥 Healthcare
Close proximity to Westmead Hospital precinct (approx. 10-15 mins drive).
👥 Demographics
Who lives here — income, age, ownership, and education levels.
A vibrant, multicultural suburb with a strong professional base, particularly in IT and healthcare.
💵 Median Income
$94,200 pa (Household)
🏠 Ownership
62% owner-occupied (with mortgage), 33% renting
🎂 Age Profile
Median age 35
🎓 Education
High; over 35% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
📊 Age Distribution
The young, educated demographic suggests a community that values education and stable long-term residency, supporting property price resilience.
🏗️ Major Developments
Infrastructure pipeline and what it means for values and liveability.
📋 Overview
Focus is on medium-density infill near the station and infrastructure renewals.
📈 Positive Impacts
- Station precinct upgrades improving accessibility.
- New childcare centers meeting high demand from young families.
- Council investment in flood mitigation and stormwater infrastructure.
📉 Negative Impacts
- Increased traffic congestion around the Wentworthville/Toongabbie border.
- Loss of 'backyard' character as older lots are subdivided for duplexes.
🗺️ Nearby Suburb Comparison
How neighbouring suburbs stack up on price, lifestyle and who they suit.
📍Seven Hills
Position
West
Price
Slightly cheaper
Lifestyle
More industrial/commercial feel, larger retail hub.
Best for
Budget-conscious buyers and tradies.
📍Winston Hills
Position
North
Price
20-30% more expensive
Lifestyle
Hilly, no train station, more prestigious 'leafy' feel.
Best for
Upsizers seeking larger family homes.
📍Girraween
Position
East
Price
10-15% more expensive
Lifestyle
Extremely high demand due to Girraween Public School ranking.
Best for
Education-focused families.
📍Pendle Hill
Position
South-East
Price
Comparable
Lifestyle
More unit-heavy, slightly more urbanized.
Best for
First home buyers and investors.
🔍 Similar Suburbs
Suburbs with a comparable profile — useful if this one is over budget or sold up.
Quakers Hill
NSW
7.1/10
Strong rail links, family focus, and reputable local schools.
Glenwood
NSW
7.5/10
Similar demographic profile and high demand for quality primary schools.
Kings Langley
NSW
7.4/10
Strong family appeal and safe, quiet streets, though lacks a train station.
Northmead
NSW
7.3/10
Proximity to Parramatta and Westmead with a similar mix of old and new housing.
💬 Community Sentiment
Aggregated themes from resident discussions, forums and local feedback.
📊 Overall Community Sentiment
Residents value the suburb for its 'quiet achiever' status—offering great schools and transport without the price tag of the Inner West.
★★★★★
Schooling & Community
Metella Road Public has been amazing for our kids, and the community feel at the local parks is second to none.
Education
Community
★★★★☆
Commuting
The express train to the city is a lifesaver. I can be at my desk in the CBD in under 50 minutes door-to-door.
Transport
★★★★☆
Rental Yield
Vacancy is non-existent here. My property was leased after the first Saturday inspection with multiple applications.
Demand
★★★☆☆
Overdevelopment
Too many duplexes are going up and the traffic near the station is getting much worse than it used to be.
Traffic
Density
★★☆☆☆
Flood Issues
Love the area but check the flood maps carefully. My insurance doubled last year because of the creek proximity.
Insurance
Flood Risk
★★★★☆
Local Amenities
Portico Plaza is handy for groceries, and there are some really great authentic Indian restaurants popping up.
Shopping
Food
💡 Tailored Advice
Personalised guidance for every role in this market.
🧑💼 Buyer Strategy
- Prioritize the Metella Road Public School catchment for better long-term capital growth.
- Always check the Section 10.7 Certificate for flood affectation before making an offer.
- Look for properties with a northern rear aspect to maximize natural light in older cottages.
- Factor in a $20k-$40k 'buffer' for electrical and plumbing upgrades on unrenovated 1960s homes.
- Verify which council the property falls under, as this dictates bin collection and planning rules.
❓ Questions to Ask the Agent
- Is this property located in a 1-in-100-year flood zone or an overland flow path?
- Which school catchment does this exact address fall into?
- Which of the three councils (Blacktown, Parramatta, or Cumberland) manages this property?
- Has the house been tested for asbestos, particularly in the wet areas or eaves?
- Are there any known easements or sewer lines that would prevent building a granny flat?
- What is the current rental return for similar properties in this street?
- Have there been any recent insurance claims on the property related to storm damage?
- Is the property under any flight path overlays for the new Western Sydney Airport?
🏷️ Seller Strategy
- Highlight school catchment zones prominently in your marketing headlines.
- If your property is flood-free, provide a professional flood report to reassure buyers.
- Minor cosmetic updates to kitchens and bathrooms yield high returns in this price bracket.
- Ensure the garden is well-presented; Toongabbie buyers value outdoor family space.
- Target professional couples by emphasizing the express train link to the CBD.
📣 Positioning Tips
Position the property as a 'turn-key family sanctuary' or a 'strategic land-banking opportunity' depending on the block size and flood status.
💼 Investment Case
High-yield potential via granny flat addition (STCA) on larger 600sqm+ blocks.
⚠️ Investment Risks
High insurance costs in flood zones and potential for asbestos in older structures.
📈 Action Plan
- Target 3-bedroom houses within 1km of the station.
- Conduct a thorough building and pest inspection for termites.
- Check sewer diagrams for 'easements' that might block a granny flat.
- Focus on the Cumberland or Parramatta council sides for potentially easier secondary dwelling approvals.
🔑 Renter Tips
- Apply with a cover letter highlighting your connection to the local schools.
- Check the mobile reception inside the house as some pockets have dead zones.
- Inquire about the age of the hot water system to avoid high electricity bills.
🏘️ What Renters Love Here
Great transport and family-friendly vibe.
⚠️ Renter Watch-Outs
Traffic noise near the main arterial roads (Fitzwilliam Rd).
🏢 Landlord Strategy
- Install air conditioning in the main living area to attract premium tenants.
- Ensure smoke alarms and electrical safety switches are fully compliant with 2025 standards.
- Consider allowing pets to increase your applicant pool by up to 40%.
📋 Compliance & Management
Strict adherence to NSW fair trading rental laws regarding mold and habitability is essential given the local climate.
🤝 Agent Insights
- Stock levels remain tight in the northern pocket near Winston Hills.
- Buyers are increasingly wary of flood zones; transparency is key to closing deals.
- The South Asian demographic is a primary driver of the local market.
🎯 Marketing Angles
Focus on 'The Metella Road Advantage' and 'Commuter Convenience'.
👤 Target Buyer Profile
Young professional families and multi-generational households.
✅ Due Diligence Checklist
Tap items to tick them off. Don't skip these before signing anything.
✓
Review the Section 10.7 Planning Certificate for flood and zoning info.
✓
Order a professional Flood Risk Report if near Toongabbie Creek.
✓
Conduct a Building and Pest inspection focusing on termite history.
✓
Check the NSW Planning Portal for any nearby high-density development applications.
✓
Verify school catchment boundaries via the School Finder website.
✓
Test water pressure and drainage during the final inspection.
✓
Confirm the presence of a safety switch and working smoke alarms.
✓
Check for any heritage conservation overlays (rare but present in some pockets).
✓
Review the title search for any restrictive covenants or easements.
✓
Assess the condition of the roof and guttering for potential leaks.
✓
Evaluate the proximity to high-voltage power lines or substations.
✓
Check the NBN connection type (FTTP is preferred for remote work).
📚 Government Sources & Disclaimer
Official council and government links only. Always verify independently before any property decision.
🔗 abs.gov.au
🔗 planningportal.nsw.gov.au
🔗 blacktown.nsw.gov.au
🔗 cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au
🔗 cumberland.nsw.gov.au
🔗 education.nsw.gov.au
⚠️ Important Disclaimer
This report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or legal advice. Data is based on 2021-2025 trends projected to 2026. Buyers should conduct their own independent due diligence, including legal review of contracts and professional building inspections.
