Housing in Western Sydney

**Ace** · 25th January 2011, 11:17 AM

Well, I have been researching housing prices in Western Sydney over the last few weeks becuase it looks like Stacey and I might be moving over that way within next couple of years. I know, 2 years is a long way a way but I am beginning my research early because once we are in a position we may buy an investment property to rent out until we make the move and I figure the more i know about the realestate market in the various suburbs the better.

I know bugger all of the suburbs in the area and want to know where to steer clear of. Given my chosen career I am more warey of the bad areas because its not good having the scum you deal with knowing where you live. We are thinking that we will need to go towards the more western side of sydney because we wont be in a position to pay $500000 plus for a house. I reckon the $400000 mark will be our limit, with maybe a $50000 buffer if we need to stretch it higher.

I dont mind having to travel to work, but will most likely bike my way to the nearest station and then use the train to get to the nearest station to work and then ride to work from the train station.

My only requirement is that if there isnt already a shed there is enough room in the back yard for a double colourbond garage.

We havent ruled out the possibility of buying a block and building, but I havent really looked at the cost of new blocks of land in the newer suburbs.

**Yorkie** · 25th January 2011, 11:26 AM

blacktown and surrounding suburbs have places for $300-400k on 600m2 blocks so still room for a shed down the back and still on the main train line.
we found some areas around mt druitt to be the only areas we would not buy as there is still alot of trouble it seems.
probably need to take a drive around the areas to see what your in for, the newer estates are in the $400-500 range but then you get a big house on a small block with no room for a shed, stick to the older houses for space.

cheers

**Ace** · 25th January 2011, 11:45 AM

Originally Posted by Yorkie

blacktown and surrounding suburbs have places for $300-400k on 600m2 blocks so still room for a shed down the back and still on the main train line.
we found some areas around mt druitt to be the only areas we would not buy as there is still alot of trouble it seems.
probably need to take a drive around the areas to see what your in for, the newer estates are in the $400-500 range but then you get a big house on a small block with no room for a shed, stick to the older houses for space.

cheers

Hi Yorkie, yeah, Mt Druitt is one that I do know, have a mate who got posted there and hear all about what goes on

I see what you mean about the newer estates, it seems to be the trend everywhere, its the same in Bathurst. Take a massive house, plonk it on a small block and live without much of a yard.

I will have a look a Blacktown, been looking more west than that so far.

**isuzutoo-eh** · 25th January 2011, 12:00 PM

Do not under any circumstances consider Shalvey or surrounds...I don't mean to offend anyone that lives in that area, I have a friend that lives there and now he's out of gaol (ha how stereotypical is that) he's not a bad bloke, but I wouldn't go to the shops or leave coins visible in the coin tray when parked. Just sayin'

Look on whereis, the area bounded by the M7, Great Western Highway, the future Western Sydney Orbital and Glossop St/Forrester Rd/Ropes Crossing. No thanks.

Some friends lived at Kingswood and Werrington whilst at uni, they didn't have a problem with crime. The area immediately east of UWS's Werrington South campus (Claremont Meadows?) always struck me as a nice area, quiet and modern.

Just up the hill from the 'riff, I know a few people who live in Glenbrook, lovely area. No idea on pricing though.

**Ace** · 25th January 2011, 12:05 PM

Originally Posted by isuzutoo-eh

Do not under any circumstances consider Shalvey or surrounds...I don't mean to offend anyone that lives in that area, I have a friend that lives there and now he's out of gaol (ha how stereotypical is that) he's not a bad bloke, but I wouldn't go to the shops or leave coins visible in the coin tray when parked. Just sayin'

Look on whereis, the area bounded by the M7, Great Western Highway, the future Western Sydney Orbital and Glossop St/Forrester Rd/Ropes Crossing. No thanks.

Some friends lived at Kingswood and Werrington whilst at uni, they didn't have a problem with crime. The area immediately east of UWS's Werrington South campus (Claremont Meadows?) always struck me as a nice area, quiet and modern.

Just up the hill from the 'riff, I know a few people who live in Glenbrook, lovely area. No idea on pricing though.

Hi Mark, I was just looking at a few houses in the Werrington, Claremont Meadows and surrounds areas. The houses seem to be quite nice looking, well the ones that are for sale anyway.

Is South Penrith seen as more up market than the rest of penrith? Seen a few houses for sale there and they seem to be a bit higher in the price bracket than other areas of penrith.

Matt

**isuzutoo-eh** · 25th January 2011, 12:23 PM

TBH i'm not too sure about which bit of Penriff (<- this is the correct pronunciation) is the up market area. I spent most of my time at Kingswood/Werro and the plaza if I wasn't at uni.

**p38arover** · 25th January 2011, 12:28 PM

Matt, Emu Plains is the place to be in Penrith. Close to shopping centre and railway station (Mountain trains), the M4 (and me!

)

Forget Glenmore Park. Bloody awful street arrangement, streets too narrow to park - nowhere for visitors to park except on the grass verge (ready to be booked). Try driving in or out during peak hours, or on Saturday or Sunday. There are only two access points to Glenmore Park and, as a result, it's awful. Or worse! I know you won't believe me so I suggest you see for yourself.

Forget some areas of Cranebrook - read the local papers to see why (and talk to bus drivers about why some won't drive through there). It's not within walking distance of a railway station, either.

Kingswood? Some areas are of lower socio-economic standing, some have problems with persons of Pacific Island appearance..... I wouldn't buy there.

Glenbrook is overpriced and has bugger all going for it. People advertise the village atmosphere (which is non-existent) to boost the price they ask for houses.

**THE BOOGER** · 25th January 2011, 12:33 PM

Ace any idea where you might be going as if you buy in say werrington but work in the north or south it may be a 2.5 hour commute. If only an investment property then west is best look at estates like green leaf starts around 375k. The bad ares have good ares within 10 min but the good have bad also that close. I live at edensor park but wouldnt live at the old bonnrigg estate less than 10 min away

**ugu80** · 25th January 2011, 12:35 PM

You will find lots of workmates living in Claremont Meadows, St Clair, Erskine Park or Regentsville.

**dobbo** · 25th January 2011, 12:45 PM

Originally Posted by Ace

Is South Penrith seen as more up market than the rest of penrith?
Matt

South Riff, You could drink at the Jamo and pick up a few random Low bags on a Friday night.

Mid to high threes will buy you slightly better than squaller, alternatively you'd be surprised how many folk in both our industries do the early morning commute from the North. You still get to hear the odd prison story from the deep water folk, (it is Mt Druit by the sea) and the Prison Sex stories get a bit tiresome after the first month, just don the Ipod and zone out.

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