Is Claremont Meadows a Good Place to Live? A Local Property Guide
Parks, schools, transport, shops and prices.
What everyday life here is really like, and what buyers should check first.
If you’re weighing up Claremont Meadows, this is the full picture. For other suburbs, see my Best Suburbs in Western Sydney to Buy in 2026.
Omid Jolan is a Western Sydney real estate specialist with 15+ years’ experience helping homeowners, sellers and investors make confident property decisions.
At a glance
Where is Claremont Meadows?
Quick answer: Claremont Meadows is an established residential suburb in Western Sydney. It suits buyers who want a suburban setting with recreation facilities nearby, and who are happy to travel a short distance for a wider choice of shops and restaurants.
Claremont Meadows, NSW 2747, is a residential suburb in Western Sydney, within the Penrith City Council area. It sits near St Marys, Werrington, Caddens and the broader Penrith region.
That location gives residents access to several established Western Sydney centres without living in a busy regional shopping district. For people who work in Western Sydney it can be practical, but travel times depend on your exact street, your workplace and whether you drive or use public transport.
Everyday life
What makes Claremont Meadows attractive?
One of its main attractions is its residential character. The suburb is mostly homes and residential streets, not a large commercial centre. For buyers who prefer a quieter suburban environment, that can be appealing. The experience still varies from street to street, so visit a property at different times of day to check traffic, noise, parking and the general atmosphere.
- Parks and recreation. The Gipps Street Recreation Precinct at 34 Gipps Street is a standout. It covers 32 hectares and opened in 2024, with sports fields and ovals, netball courts, a skate park and pump track, children’s playspaces, outdoor fitness equipment and an off-leash dog park. Check what’s open before you visit, as the council has noted the water play area was closed for maintenance. There’s also a walking track and outdoor gym equipment around the Myrtle Street fields.
- Schools. Claremont Meadows Public School is in the suburb and offers a local public-school option. Families should also think about childcare, high schools and the daily school run. Don’t assume every home is eligible for the same public school: check the exact address on the NSW Department of Education’s School Finder and confirm enrolment arrangements with the school.
For families, dog owners and people who enjoy outdoor activities, access to spaces like these is a genuine lifestyle benefit.
Getting around
Transport and getting around
Bus access and the most practical railway station depend on the exact address. Werrington and St Marys stations are the likely rail options. Bus Routes 770 and 774 run between Mount Druitt and Penrith via St Marys, and Route 774 stops in Claremont Meadows, so check which services are close to the address you’re considering. For many households, having a car makes commuting, shopping and family activities easier.
Test the door-to-door commute at the times you’d actually travel, rather than relying on an estimate from a property advertisement, and check current services on the Transport for NSW trip planner.
Day to day
Shopping, cafes and everyday amenities
Claremont Meadows has a local shopping area for some everyday needs. For a wider range of supermarkets, restaurants, retail stores and services, residents can look to nearby centres in the Penrith and St Marys areas.
That’s an important distinction: it’s more a residential suburb than a major dining and shopping destination in its own right. If you prefer a quieter home environment and don’t mind a short trip for more choice, that arrangement may suit you. If you want to walk from your front door to a large selection of cafes, shops and entertainment, compare it with more established town-centre locations first.
Family essentials
Childcare, health and fitness nearby
For a residential suburb, Claremont Meadows has a useful set of local services. Here are some options, listed as a starting point rather than a recommendation. Check current availability, fees, services and opening hours directly with each provider.
- Childcare. Local options include Lifetime Learners Long Day Care and Preschool at 1 Massa Place, Kids Academy Claremont Meadows at 96 Doncaster Avenue (long day care), and Sunflower Childcare Centre at 35 Sunflower Drive.
- Doctors. Claremont Meadows Medical Centre is at Shop 4, 182-186 Sunflower Drive, with GP, nursing, allied health and pathology services. Caddens Medical Centre at Caddens Corner is another nearby GP option.
- Hospital. Nepean Hospital in Kingswood is a major public hospital serving the Penrith area. Travel time depends on your address, route and traffic.
- Fitness. Besides the outdoor facilities at the Gipps Street Recreation Precinct, indoor gym users can look at nearby options such as Anytime Fitness at Glenmore Park Town Centre, which offers 24/7 member access.
The numbers
What are property prices like?
Claremont Meadows isn’t necessarily a budget option just because it’s in Western Sydney. House prices have reached a substantial level, so assess affordability carefully.
| Measure | Houses | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Median price | $1,224,000 | $880,000 |
| Annual growth | +3.3% | -2.2% |
| Rental yield | 3.8% | 4.1% |
| Median weekly rent | $720 | $663 |
Among houses, a 3-bedroom home has a median price of $1,040,000 and a 4-bedroom home $1,412,500, so larger family homes carry a clear premium. Over the past 12 months, 57 houses sold, with a median time on market of 31 days, and 771 buyers were interested.
These are recent realestate.com.au snapshots. They’re broad suburb-level indicators, not valuations for an individual property, and different sources can report different medians because of their reporting periods, property types and sales samples. Fifty-seven house sales is a modest sample, and only five units sold, so treat the unit figures with extra caution. Prices can also vary a lot from street to street, so value the specific block, not just the suburb.
When you compare properties, look at:
- Recent sales of similar homes in the same area.
- Land size, layout, condition and renovation quality.
- Bedrooms, bathrooms and parking spaces.
- Property type: house, duplex or strata.
- Ongoing costs, including council rates, insurance, maintenance and mortgage repayments.
An asking price alone won’t tell you whether a property is good value.
For investors
Is Claremont Meadows good for property investment?
It may be worth researching because it has an established residential housing market and access to the wider Western Sydney employment and transport network. But a desirable place to live isn’t automatically a good investment at every purchase price. Before buying, assess:
- Rental demand. Compare similar properties currently advertised for rent and check recent leasing evidence.
- Rental yield. The reported median yield is 3.8% for houses and 4.1% for units. Units show the higher yield, but their prices fell 2.2% over the past year. Yield figures depend on how they’re calculated, so work it out for the specific property: annual rent divided by the total purchase price, then allow for vacancy, management, maintenance, insurance and other expenses.
- Capital growth. Review longer-term sales evidence rather than assuming past growth will continue.
- Property-specific risks. Check planning controls, easements, building condition, insurance costs and the property’s individual flood exposure.
The right decision depends on the purchase price, expected rent, financing costs and your investment strategy.
Due diligence
What should buyers check before moving here?
No suburb is perfect for everyone. Before you buy in Claremont Meadows, I’d check these five things:
- Flood and stormwater exposure. Use NSW SES flood-risk resources and Penrith City Council’s property-specific information. Never assume a whole suburb shares the same risk.
- School eligibility. Confirm the designated public-school intake area for the exact address.
- Transport convenience. Test your commute and check current bus and train services.
- Street conditions. Visit during weekday peak hours and in the evening to assess noise, traffic and parking.
- Property condition and costs. Arrange building and pest inspections, and review the legal, planning and financial details before you commit.
These checks help you avoid choosing a property on its appearance or suburb name alone.
An honest view
Who does Claremont Meadows suit?
It’s a family-oriented suburb. At the 2021 Census it had 5,177 residents with a median age of 33, compared with 39 across NSW. About 59% of families were couples with children (NSW: about 45%), and 93% of dwellings were separate houses.
| Buyer type | My honest view |
|---|---|
| Families wanting a suburban setting | Worth a look, thanks to the parks, sports facilities and a local public school |
| Buyers happy to travel for shops and dining | Can work well, as Penrith and St Marys are close by |
| Buyers wanting a walkable town centre | Compare it with more established town-centre suburbs |
| Buyers on a tighter budget | Check affordability carefully, as house prices are substantial |
In summary
So, is Claremont Meadows a good place to live?
Claremont Meadows is a good fit for families and owner-occupiers who prioritise parks, sport and a quieter suburban setting, and who are comfortable driving or taking the bus to Penrith or St Marys for broader shopping and dining.
It is less compelling for buyers who want walkability, a town-centre lifestyle or a lower entry price. If that’s you, compare it with more established town-centre suburbs first.
The key is to match the suburb to your lifestyle, budget and long-term plans. Choosing a home is about more than bedrooms, land size and the asking price.Omid Jolan
If you’re considering buying or selling in Claremont Meadows, compare recent sales, inspect the local streets and investigate the individual property carefully before you decide.
Clear answers, no clutter
Common questions
Is Claremont Meadows a good place to live?
It can be, especially for buyers who want an established residential suburb with sports and recreation facilities and a location connected to Penrith and St Marys. It may suit you less if you want a large walkable shopping and dining precinct. Match the suburb to your lifestyle, budget and long-term plans.
What is there to do in Claremont Meadows?
The Gipps Street Recreation Precinct at 34 Gipps Street has sports fields, netball courts, a skate park and pump track, playspaces, outdoor fitness equipment and an off-leash dog park. There is also a walking track and outdoor gym equipment around the Myrtle Street fields.
Is Claremont Meadows expensive?
House prices are at a substantial level. realestate.com.au reports a median house price of $1,224,000, up 3.3% over the past 12 months, with 3-bedroom houses at $1,040,000 and 4-bedroom houses at $1,412,500. These are suburb-level indicators, not valuations, so compare recent sales of similar homes.
Is there childcare in Claremont Meadows?
Yes. Local options include Lifetime Learners Long Day Care and Preschool, Kids Academy Claremont Meadows and Sunflower Childcare Centre. Check current vacancies, fees and eligibility directly with each provider.
How far is Claremont Meadows from Nepean Hospital?
Nepean Hospital is in nearby Kingswood, a major public hospital serving the Penrith area. Travel time from Claremont Meadows depends on your address, route and traffic, so check your own route before you buy.
Does Claremont Meadows have good public transport?
Werrington and St Marys stations are the likely rail options. Bus Routes 770 and 774 run between Mount Druitt and Penrith via St Marys, and Route 774 stops in Claremont Meadows. Convenience depends on the property’s location, so test your actual commute at peak times.
Where this comes from
Sources and further reading
- Gipps Street Recreation PrecinctPenrith City Council
- Hike and Bike TrailsPenrith City Council, including the Myrtle Street fields walking track
- Claremont Meadows Public School: location and transportNSW Department of Education
- Bus route 774: Mount Druitt to PenrithTransit app, Sydney Buses network
- Bus route 770: Mount Druitt to PenrithTransit app, Sydney Buses network
- Transport for NSW trip plannerCheck current routes, frequency and travel times
- 2021 Census QuickStats: Claremont Meadows (Dwelling structure)Australian Bureau of Statistics: population, median age and household data
- realestate.com.au suburb dataMedian prices, growth, yield, rent, sales and buyer demand for houses and units
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Please note: This guide is general information, not financial, legal or investment advice. Figures are suburb-level indicators and can change, so check current prices, school intake areas, transport services, planning controls and property-specific risks before you buy.