Greystanes
A 23,511-person suburb with a 39 median age, Greystanes is shaped by detached housing, mature family ownership and overseas migration. Separate houses account for 85.2%, while 40.7% of homes are owned outright and 37.4% carry a mortgage. Household income sits at the 72.2nd percentile nationally, and the average household has 3.0 people, 0.5 above the national average. Compared with nearby Merrylands, Greystanes reads as a more house-led choice, with 34.2% born overseas, 12.6 percentage points above the national share. That migration profile helps explain the suburb's strong Lebanese, Maltese and Italian ancestry counts alongside Arabic-speaking households.
Population
23,511
Median Age
39.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,930/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
292
Homebuyers are mostly choosing a family-sized detached dwelling rather than an apartment. Separate houses make up 85.2% of stock, compared with 1.4% apartments and 13.4% semi-detached homes. The bedroom mix is similarly large: 49.6% have 3 bedrooms and 44.5% have 4 or more, which fits the 3.0-person average household and 51.9% share of couples with children. A monthly mortgage measure of $2,452 sits alongside weekly rent of $480, while mortgage repayments equal 29.3% of household income and rent equals 24.9%. Compared with denser nearby Merrylands, Greystanes may suit buyers who value established family layouts, but current comparable sales should be checked before setting a budget.
For Buyers
Homebuyers are mostly choosing a family-sized detached dwelling rather than an apartment. Separate houses make up 85.2% of stock, compared with 1.4% apartments and 13.4% semi-detached homes. The bedroom mix is similarly large: 49.6% have 3 bedrooms and 44.5% have 4 or more, which fits the 3.0-person average household and 51.9% share of couples with children. A monthly mortgage measure of $2,452 sits alongside weekly rent of $480, while mortgage repayments equal 29.3% of household income and rent equals 24.9%. Compared with denser nearby Merrylands, Greystanes may suit buyers who value established family layouts, but current comparable sales should be checked before setting a budget.
For Investors
Greystanes presents an established rental market rather than a high-turnover unit precinct. Renting accounts for 20.7% of households, the weekly rent measure is $480 and vacancy is 4.5%, so investors should test tenant depth and leasing speed rather than assume scarcity. Development activity is material, with 293 applications in 12 months and examples including dual occupancy and subdivision, which can gradually add competing stock while also renewing older sites. Overseas migration is the primary forecast driver, a demand source for rental accommodation. Compared with suburbs with a larger renting share, Greystanes may have a narrower tenant pool, but its 85.2% separate-house base supports family-oriented positioning. Verify purchase prices before calculating yield.
Development Activity
Total DAs
1,319
Last 12 Months
292
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+10.2%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Greystanes
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Demographics
Greystanes has a median age of 39, one year below the national comparison, yet its age trajectory is moving older. The average household contains 3.0 people, 0.5 above the national average, and couples with children make up 51.9% of families. University attainment is 32.9%, 2.8 percentage points above national. The overseas-born share is 34.2%, 12.6 points above national, with Lebanese ancestry numbering 3,652, Maltese 1,459 and Italian 1,431. Arabic is the leading listed non-English language at 1,512 speakers, followed by Greek at 224. Christianity is recorded for 15,584 residents, compared with 3,060 reporting no religion and 1,952 Islam. Low turnover, with 86.5% staying at the same address, points to durable local ties.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
85.2%
Houses
13.4%
Townhouse
1.4%
Apartment
Tenure
Housing is overwhelmingly detached and owner occupied. Outright ownership is 40.7%, mortgage ownership 37.4% and renting 20.7%, with only 1.2% in other tenure categories. Compared with apartment-led suburbs, the 85.2% separate-house share and 1.4% apartment share point to larger, established dwellings, while 13.4% semi-detached homes provide a smaller middle ground. Nearly all demand is concentrated in family formats: 49.6% of dwellings have 3 bedrooms and 44.5% have 4 or more. The $2,452 monthly mortgage and $480 weekly rent measures should be tested against current local sales and leases. Mortgage-to-income is 29.3% and rent-to-income 24.9%, with both stress flags false.
Mortgage / mo
$2,452
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $480.
$680
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $765 · units $650
HH Size
3.0
Personal Income / wk
$737
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
4.5%
Unoccupied
352
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.9%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
29.3%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
51.9%
Couples with children
30.6%
Couples, no children
16.2%
Single parent
6,406
Total families
Economy & Employment
Greystanes combines service employment with trades and office work. Healthcare is the largest listed industry at 15.5% or 935 workers, followed by Education at 12.1% or 732, Construction at 11.1% or 671, Professional and Technical services at 8.1% or 486, and Finance at 7.6% or 456. The occupation mix reinforces that spread, led by Professionals at 1,969, Clerical and Administrative workers at 1,764 and Managers at 1,212, with Trades at 1,147. Unemployment is 4.5%, participation is 52.8% and full-time employment is 54.4%. Household income is at the 72.2nd percentile nationally. Compared with the IEO and IRSD deciles of 6, the IER decile of 8 and IRSAD decile of 7 indicate stronger economic resources and advantage than disadvantage measures alone suggest.
Unemployment
4.5%
Labour Force
9,805
Unemployed
445
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
54.4%
Part-time
28.3%
Participation
52.8%
Employed
9,360
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
32.9%
Postgraduate
8.0%
Born Overseas
34.2%
Dwellings
7,447
Transport to Work
Daily life is geared more to cars and home-based work than public transport. Car drivers account for 50.6% of journeys, public transport 1.4%, walking or cycling 1.1% and working from home 42.9%, so commute planning matters for households without a flexible work pattern. Six government schools provide a local mix of four primary and two secondary campuses; check the exact enrolment zone before signing a lease or contract. Compared with more transit-oriented parts of western Sydney, Greystanes trades rail convenience for a settled, low-apartment setting. An IRSAD decile of 7 and IER decile of 8 sit above the middle deciles, while volunteering is 9.3% and need for assistance is 6.6%, useful indicators of community capacity and support demand.
Drive
50.6%
Public Transport
1.4%
Walk / Cycle
1.1%
Work from Home
42.9%
Population Forecast
+1.94%/yr
(+220 people/yr)
EstablishedGreystanes is forecast to grow at 1.94% a year, with overseas migration identified as the primary driver. Population change across the wider area is 35.9% over 10 years, while the shift trajectory is Aging: the senior share has risen 3.9 percentage points and the working share has fallen 4.8 points. Affordability is labelled Stable, moving from 57.9 in 2011 to 55.9 in 2021, so growth is not paired with a worsening trend label. The gentrification forecast is Not gentrifying with a score of 12, although the shift indicator records Early signs at 24. Compared with a rapid-redevelopment market, this points to steady established-suburb change, driven more by migration and household succession than a clear gentrification cycle.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+92
Net Internal / yr
-12
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
Population +35% since 2011
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Greystanes compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greystanes a good suburb to live in?
Greystanes can suit families seeking established detached housing and a quieter suburban pattern. Separate houses account for 85.2%, the average household has 3.0 people and 42.9% work from home. Compared with denser nearby areas, the 1.4% apartment share supports a more house-led streetscape, while 6 government schools provide primary and secondary coverage.
What is the median house price in Greystanes?
A current median house price should be checked against recent comparable sales and active listings. Compared with apartment markets, Greystanes is primarily a house market, with 85.2% separate houses and 44.5% containing 4 or more bedrooms. The $2,452 monthly mortgage measure and $480 weekly rent are useful affordability references, but neither is a sale-price median.
What schools are in Greystanes?
Six government schools serve the suburb's listed local mix: four primary and two secondary schools. Families should check the exact enrolment zone for each address, since boundaries can change between nearby streets. Compared with areas that rely on one school stage, Greystanes has both primary and secondary options, with 3.0 people per household indicating a substantial family base.
Is Greystanes safe?
Crime data should be checked through current NSW Police or BOCSAR resources before making a safety decision. Greystanes has 23,511 residents and 6.6% need assistance, but those figures do not establish safety. Compared with any nearby suburb, use recent like-for-like rates rather than reputation alone.
Is Greystanes good for property investment?
Greystanes may suit investors seeking family-oriented housing, but the tenant base is smaller than in a heavily rental suburb. Renting is 20.7%, weekly rent is $480 and vacancy is 4.5%; development activity totals 293 applications in 12 months. Overseas migration is the primary growth driver, while 85.2% separate houses support a detached-home strategy. Verify the purchase price before calculating yield.
How is Greystanes's population changing?
Greystanes has 23,511 residents today. Across the wider area, population change is 35.9% over 10 years and the forecast annual trend is 1.94%, driven primarily by overseas migration. The trajectory is Aging, with the senior share up 3.9 percentage points and the working share down 4.8. Compared with the national age profile, the median age of 39 is 1 year lower.
What languages are spoken in Greystanes?
Arabic is the most prominent listed non-English language, with 1,512 speakers, followed by Greek at 224, Croatian at 174, Italian at 165 and Canton at 163. The overseas-born share is 34.2%, which is 12.6 percentage points above national. Compared with a more linguistically uniform suburb, buyers and landlords should consider clear communication and service access.
What development is occurring in Greystanes?
Development activity is substantial, with 293 applications recorded over 12 months. Examples include dual occupancy and subdivision, which can increase housing choice while adding competition for older detached stock. Compared with a no-change market, this level of activity warrants checking plans, construction timing and local parking impacts before buying. The existing housing base remains 85.2% separate houses, so redevelopment may gradually alter streetscape rather than replace it quickly.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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