Suburb comparison
Penrith vs South Penrith — which Sydney suburb suits you?
Both suburbs sit in the same tier — the table below highlights where each one leads.
Last refreshed April 2026 (most cards). Per-card sources show exact dates.
Penrith
Penrith
2750
Penrith
South Penrith
2750
Choose Penrith if...
- You want a lower entry price for a house
Choose South Penrith if...
- Socio-economic advantage score matters to you
- South Penrith leads on 4 of the 4 head-to-head metrics
Common questions
- Is Penrith or South Penrith more expensive?
- South Penrith has the higher median house price ($951K) compared with $932K in Penrith.
- Which is better for renters — Penrith or South Penrith?
- Median weekly rent is $580/wk in Penrith and $580/wk in South Penrith, making South Penrith the more affordable rental market.
- Is Penrith or South Penrith at higher flood risk?
- Flood mapping coverage varies by postcode — see the flood risk pages for both suburbs for authoritative NSW data.
- How many schools are in Penrith vs South Penrith?
- Penrith has 11 schools in the postcode, and South Penrith has 11. Note that school catchments can extend across postcode boundaries.
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