Question 1

Is Cambridge Gardens a nice place to live?

Accepted Answer

Cambridge Gardens is a quiet, family-oriented suburb in the Penrith area of western Sydney, made up largely of single-storey brick homes on established, tree-lined streets with generous backyards. It feels residential and low-rise, with neighbourhood parks and green reserves, local shops and community facilities close by, and larger retail and services a short trip away. Straightforward access to regional road and rail links makes it a practical choice for commuters who prefer a calm, established pocket within greater western Sydney.

The community of 2,030 people has a median age of 36 and a median household income of $1,950 a week. Families make up the bulk of households and owner-occupation is high (80.5%), while around one in five homes are rented. Recent local upgrades have added a mixed recreation park at Trinity Drive Reserve with a skate bowl, pump track, parkour and climbing features, a flying fox, accessible trampoline and a junior playspace, and the local public school now has resurfaced sports courts and a new amenities building. Whether that suits you depends on what you’re looking for in a suburb.

Question 2

Is it expensive to live in Cambridge Gardens?

Accepted Answer

House rents in Cambridge Gardens are around $680 a week. Against the typical local household income recorded at the most recent Census, $1,950 a week, that rent would take roughly 35% of a household's weekly income, which is a sizeable share. If you're renting rather than buying, that rent share is the figure that matters when weighing costs here.

Everyone's financial situation is different, so it's important to consider your own circumstances when deciding which suburb is right for you.

Question 3

Is Cambridge Gardens a good place to invest?

Accepted Answer

Over the past year house values in Cambridge Gardens rose 8.2%, a solid increase, while house rents increased by 4.6%, a modest gain. Together these figures show capital growth outpaced rental income on the houses side over the 12 months, and what that balance means for you will depend on your investment priorities and personal circumstances.

This information has been prepared without taking your objectives, needs and overall financial situation into account. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional financial advice. For this reason, you should consider the appropriateness of the information and, if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

	Houses	Units
Median price Past 3 months	N/A	N/A
Change in value Past 12 months	8.2%	N/A
Sold Past 3 months	7	N/A
Median days on market Past 12 months	9	N/A
Average rent Past 12 months	$680	N/A
Change in rent Past 12 months	4.6%	N/A

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