Thinking about buying your first home in North Parramatta (2151)? This page brings together 17 data cards from NSW government, the ABS, Transport for NSW, and Domain auction results to help you decide if North Parramatta is the right fit. The analysis covers affordability and FHB scheme eligibility, schools and childcare, dealbreakers like flood and bushfire, and how the suburb is changing. Jump between the four sections using the sticky navigation, or scroll through the full analysis below.
Is North Parramatta a good suburb to buy in 2026?
North Parramatta (2151) scores a Stickybeak Grade across safety, family fit, financial picture, and lifestyle. Scroll down for the full 17-card analysis, or use the section navigation to jump to what matters most.
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The verdict
Who it is for
North Parramatta suits a buyer comfortable with apartment living who wants reasonable value relative to the broader Parramatta corridor. The median unit price of $620,000 is accessible for a dual-income household, and the area's SEIFA decile of 7 suggests moderate socioeconomic stability. The mean ICSEA of 1105 across local public schools is a genuine positive for families. With 32 transport options within 1.6 km, commuters relying on public transit have solid coverage.
Who would not love it
The walkability score sits at the 18th percentile in Sydney, and there are zero supermarkets and zero medical services within 1.6 km. That is a real daily-life problem, not a minor inconvenience. The renter share of 54% and owner-occupier rate of 42% means the neighbourhood fabric skews transient. On top of that, 39.1% of the postcode sits on bushfire-prone land, a figure that demands serious attention before you commit to any property here.
What to verify before you bid
- Confirm whether the specific property or strata building falls within the bushfire-prone land overlay. At 39.1% of the postcode, the risk is not evenly distributed, and BAL ratings will affect insurance costs and building works. - Check strata records carefully for any unit purchase. With 177 unit sales in the window versus 30 house sales, the market is overwhelmingly apartment-driven, and levy arrears or deferred maintenance are common issues in high-renter buildings. - Confirm the nearest supermarket and GP location and factor in travel time. The amenity gap within 1.6 km is significant for car-free households.
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SAFETY
Will I feel safe and comfortable in North Parramatta?
BOCSAR · NORTH PARRAMATTA 2151
Recorded incidents reported to police
12-month rolling total at suburb level, indexed against Greater Sydney.
RATE PER 100K5,52112 mo to Dec 2025
VS GREATER SYDNEY−31%Below Sydney average
5-YR TREND (LGA)Parramatta
Within LGA: Parramatta
TOP OFFENCE CATEGORIES
THEFT60%237 reports
ASSAULT21%84 reports
DRUG OFFENCES18%71 reports
ASSAULT SPLIT (DOMESTIC VS NON-DOMESTIC)
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE FLAGGED60%
NON-DOMESTIC40%
Across 82 assault reports in this window.
DV-flagged assault has risen statewide as reporting has improved. Compare with caution to suburbs whose population has changed materially.
BOCSAR Recorded Criminal Incidents · Updated March 2026 · CC BY 4.0
Air quality
Air quality in North Parramatta
32
GoodAQI · NSW DCCEEW
13:51 AEST
Parramatta North station · 2.3 km from centroid
12-month median:AQI 31 · Good
Air quality is generally safe for outdoor activity.
Pollutants
nearest station
PM2.5i
7.9µg/m³
24-hr avg
PM10i
14.4µg/m³
24-hr avg
NO₂i
2.1pphm
1hr reading
AQI · last 12 months · daily mean
Parramatta North station · 365 daily points
Source: NSW DCCEEW Air Quality API↗ (CC BY 4.0). Historical data updated weekly; live readings cached 60 minutes.
Median weekly rent from lodged bonds. Sep 2025. Based on 82 new bond lodgements this quarter.
Rents here sit around the Sydney middle. A balance of rental stock and owner-occupier demand.
Median weekly rent · Unit · 2 bed
$590per week
Sep 2025 · 82 bonds lodged
Quarterly trend · last 12 quarters
Nearby suburbs · same combination
Northmead2152
$600▲$10
1.9 km away
Dundas2117
$600▲$10
2.9 km away
Carlingford2118
$700▲$110
3.1 km away
Harris Park2150
$700▲$110
3.5 km away
NSW DCJ Rental Bond Board↗ · Sep 2025 · CC BY. Cells with 10 or fewer bond lodgements are suppressed; cells with 30 or fewer have the bond count suppressed but rent published. Figures are transacted rents, not asking rents.
DEVELOPMENT PIPELINE · NSW PLANNING PORTAL · 2151
What’s in the pipeline
NSW Planning Portal feed paused at the source for postcode 2151. Expected back by Q3 2026.
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Also in Parramatta
Comparing suburbs in the same area can sharpen your decision. Browse suburb insights for other Parramatta postcodes, or explore the full Parramatta suburb index.
North Parramatta is the primary suburb with postcode 2151 in New South Wales. In some cases multiple suburbs share the same postcode — North Parramatta is the main locality.
Which local government area is North Parramatta in?
North Parramatta (2151) is located in the Parramatta local government area in New South Wales.
What data does Stickybeak show for North Parramatta?
Stickybeak shows 16 data cards for North Parramatta (2151) covering affordability (median sale prices, rental yield, first home buyer eligibility), lifestyle (schools, childcare, walkability, commute times), risk factors (flood zones, bushfire prone land, air quality, traffic volume), and suburb growth signals (development pipeline, price trajectory, demographics).
Is North Parramatta flood prone?
Flood risk varies street by street in North Parramatta. Check the Dealbreakers section on this page for the latest NSW flood zone mapping sourced from official state government data. Always verify at the property level with a Section 10.7 certificate before purchasing.
What are the best schools near North Parramatta?
The Schools card on this page lists primary and secondary schools within the catchment area for North Parramatta (2151), including their NAPLAN performance data and distance from the suburb centre.
Is North Parramatta (2151) eligible for the First Home Buyer scheme?
The First Home Buyer eligibility card on this page shows which NSW and federal government schemes — including the First Home Guarantee, stamp duty exemptions, and the First Home Super Saver scheme — apply to purchases in North Parramatta (2151). Eligibility depends on the purchase price and your individual circumstances.
How is North Parramatta changing?
The Change section on this page covers new housing supply from the development pipeline, historical price trajectory, and demographic shifts for North Parramatta (2151) using data from NSW Planning, the ATO, and the ABS.
