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Toongabbie

NSW 2146LGA: City of Parramatta

Investment Score

72

/100

AI Intelligence Summary

Toongabbie is a culturally diverse Western Sydney suburb located 30km from the CBD, offering affordable family housing with strong community amenities. The area features a mix of detached houses, townhouses and units, attracting young families and first home buyers with its competitive pricing and good transport connectivity via Toongabbie Railway Station on the Western Line. The suburb boasts excellent educational facilities including proximity to Girraween High School, a selective school, along with local primary schools. Community facilities include Toongabbie Sports Club, Toongabbie Creek Reserve, and convenient shopping along Aurelia Street, with major retail at nearby Stockland Merrylands. The area has experienced steady population and property growth, supported by ongoing Western Sydney infrastructure development. With significant South Asian and Middle Eastern communities, Toongabbie offers multicultural dining and services. The suburb represents good value for money in Sydney's property market while maintaining strong rental demand and capital growth potential.

Strengths

  • Affordable housing compared to inner Sydney suburbs
  • Direct train access to Sydney CBD via Western Line
  • Culturally diverse community with multicultural amenities
  • Strong educational facilities including selective high school access

Opportunities

  • Western Sydney infrastructure development benefits
  • Continued population growth driving housing demand
  • Multicultural community supporting diverse business growth
  • Potential for townhouse and unit development

Considerations

  • Distance from Sydney CBD limits employment options
  • Limited nightlife and entertainment venues
  • Traffic congestion on Great Western Highway
  • Perception as outer suburban location

Property Market

Median House

$820K

+5.2% 1yr

Median Unit

$520K

+4.8% 1yr

Median Townhouse

$680K

Rent (House)

$680/wk

Rent (Unit)

$510/wk

Days on Market

32

Vacancy Rate

2.1%

Auction Clearance

68.0%

Price Growth

Type1 Year3 Year5 Year
House+5.2%+18.5%+32.8%
Unit+4.8%+16.2%+28.5%

Rental Yields

House Yield

4.2%

Unit Yield

5.1%

Townhouse Yield

4.5%

Investment Scorecard

Overall Investment Score72/100
Growth Potential75/100
Cashflow Score68/100
Risk Score (lower = safer)68/100
Affordability Index72/100

Demand/Supply Ratio: 1.40

Demand exceeds supply — favourable for sellers

Tax & Financial Intelligence

CPA-grade analysis for Toongabbie at median house price

Standard transfer
$31,430
First Home Buyer
$3,143

Save $28,287

Foreign buyer surcharge
$65,600

+8% surcharge

Annual rent income
$35,360

$680/wk

Interest (80% LVR @ 6.5%)
-$42,640
Other expenses (~2.5%)
-$20,500
Net rental position
-$27,780

Negatively geared

Tax benefit (39% MTR)
+$10,834

Reduces taxable income

After-tax holding cost
$16,946/yr

~$326/week

Based on 6.6% p.a. growth (from 5-year trend), 50% CGT discount, 39% MTR

5-Year Hold

Est. value
$1.13M
Capital gain
$271,109
After discount
$135,555
CGT payable
$52,866

10-Year Hold

Est. value
$1.55M
Capital gain
$692,417
After discount
$346,208
CGT payable
$135,021

Investor Quick Summary

Entry cost (stamp duty)

$31,430

After-tax yield

2.56%

Weekly holding cost

$326/wk

10yr CGT (est.)

$135,021

Estimates based on FY2025 NSW rates at median house price. Assumes 80% LVR, 6.5% interest rate, 39% marginal tax rate ($135K-$190K bracket). Individual circumstances vary. This is general information only and not personal financial advice. Consult your CPA before making investment decisions. Local Knowledge Pty Ltd — Registered Tax Agent.

Demographics

Population

8,500

Median Age

34

Median Income

$68K

per annum

Family Households

62.0%

Professionals

35.0%

University Educated

28.0%

Unemployment

6.2%

Born Overseas

48.0%

Dwelling Mix

Houses: 72%Units: 18%Townhouses: 10%Total: 3,200

Lifestyle & Community

Walkability65/100
Public Transport7/10
Schools Rating7/10
Safety7/10
Family Friendly8/10
Cafes & Restaurants

25

Parks

8

Hospitals

2

Distance to CBD

30.0 km

Nearest Station: Toongabbie Railway Station

Family-focused lifestyle with good recreational facilities, parks, local shopping strips, and community sports clubs providing a suburban village feel.

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Data sourced from multiple sources. Last updated 29 March 2026.

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