Emu Plains, NSW 2750
Ranked 185th best suburb by locals in Sydney (Greater) Region, NSW
Great for
- Parks and recreation
- Schools
- Safe and sound
- Public transport
- Parking
Not great for
- Nightlife
Who lives here?
- Families With Kids
- Professionals
- Singles
- Retirees
- Country Lovers
Reviews of Emu Plains, NSW
"Emu Plains is a charming suburb"
Emu Plains is a charming suburb located in the Greater Western Sydney region, just east of Penrith. Known for its tranquil environment and family-friendly atmosphere, Emu Plains offers a welcoming community with convenient access to both natural beauty and urban amenities. Emu Plains is situated approximately 50 kilometers west of Sydney’s Central Business District (CBD). Despite its suburban setting, the suburb benefits from excellent connectivity to the city. Emu Plains Train Station provides direct rail services to Sydney’s CBD, with a typical travel time of around 50 to 60 minutes. The M4 Motorway, which runs close to the suburb, offers a direct route for those commuting by car, making travel to Sydney relatively straightforward. This combination of transport options allows residents to enjoy a suburban lifestyle with convenient access to urban amenities. The suburb is well-served by a range of educational institutions, making it an appealing choice for families. Emu Plains Public School is a local primary school known for its supportive learning environment and strong community involvement. For secondary education, students can attend nearby schools such as Penrith High School, which offers a comprehensive curriculum and various extracurricular activities. In addition, there are several private schools in the surrounding area, including St. Dominic’s College and St. Paul’s Grammar School, which provide additional educational opportunities and specialized programs. This range of schooling options contributes to Emu Plains’ reputation as a family-friendly suburb. Emu Plains boasts several parks and green spaces that enhance its appeal as a residential area. The suburb is home to the picturesque Regatta Park, located along the Nepean River. This park offers a serene setting with walking tracks, picnic areas, and recreational facilities, making it a popular spot for family outings and outdoor activities. The nearby Emu Plains Reserve provides additional green space with playgrounds and open areas for relaxation and leisure. The abundance of parks and natural areas in Emu Plains contributes to a high quality of life and provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. Emu Plains offers a selection of dining options that cater to a variety of tastes. While the suburb itself has a more modest dining scene, it benefits from proximity to Penrith, where a broader range of restaurants and eateries are available. Local dining options in Emu Plains include The Log Cabin, which is well-regarded for its relaxed atmosphere and hearty meals. For a more casual dining experience, The Coffee Emporium provides a comfortable setting with quality coffee and light bites. Residents also have easy access to Penrith’s vibrant dining scene, which includes a diverse array of restaurants, cafes, and bars, further enhancing the suburb’s appeal. Emu Plains, NSW 2750, offers a blend of suburban tranquility and practical convenience. Its proximity to Sydney’s CBD, combined with quality educational institutions, ample green spaces, and a range of dining options both within the suburb and nearby Penrith, makes it an attractive choice for families and individuals seeking a balanced lifestyle in Greater Western Sydney. Whether you are drawn to its peaceful environment or the ease of commuting to the city, Emu Plains provides a welcoming and well-rounded living experience.
"Lovley Suburb"
Emu Plains is a lovely suburb, it has a peaceful atmosphere and beautiful nature surroundings. Just a short drive into the Blue Mountains and also a short drive into the local Penrith Westfield. Overall Emu Plains is a great community and an amazing suburb for families. Easy transport with Lennox shopping Centre and Emu Plains Station.
Nicole Axiaq
Sales Assistant
Merrick Property Group
Who lives here?
- Families with kids
"Riverside delight"
Located on the banks of the Nepean River, Emu Plains is a tranquil suburb in New South Wales that offers a delightful blend of natural beauty, convenience, and community spirit. With its scenic surroundings, excellent amenities, and welcoming atmosphere, Emu Plains provides an ideal setting for families, professionals, and nature enthusiasts alike.
Natural Beauty: Emu Plains is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty. The suburb boasts stunning river views, lush parklands, and an abundance of green spaces. The Nepean River plays a central role, offering opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and leisurely walks along its tranquil banks. The surrounding Blue Mountains provide a picturesque backdrop, making it a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Convenience: Emu Plains strikes a perfect balance between peaceful living and convenience. The suburb is well-connected to major transport links, including the Great Western Highway and the Emu Plains train station. This allows residents easy access to the heart of Sydney, which is approximately 55 kilometers away. For those seeking a quick retail fix, the nearby Penrith Plaza and Westfield Penrith offer an array of shopping and dining options.
Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Emu Plains has a strong sense of community, making it an excellent choice for families. The suburb is home to several reputable schools, both primary and secondary, ensuring that children have access to quality education. The abundance of parks and playgrounds provides ample space for kids to play and explore. The Emu Plains Lions Park, in particular, is a popular spot for picnics and family gatherings.
Recreation and Leisure: Emu Plains caters to a range of recreational activities. The suburb offers numerous walking and cycling trails that meander through its scenic landscapes, providing opportunities for exercise and relaxation. The nearby Blue Mountains National Park presents breathtaking hiking trails, camping sites, and stunning lookout points. For golf enthusiasts, the Penrith Golf Club offers a challenging course and stunning views.
Community Facilities: Emu Plains boasts a variety of community facilities that contribute to its vibrant atmosphere. The local Nepean Village Shopping Centre provides convenient amenities, including a supermarket, cafes, and essential services. The Emu Plains Library is a valuable resource for book lovers and serves as a hub for community events and activities. Additionally, the suburb hosts regular markets, festivals, and sporting events, fostering a strong sense of community engagement.
Emu Plains, with its natural beauty, convenient location, and welcoming community, offers a delightful lifestyle for its residents. The suburb's idyllic setting, coupled with its range of amenities and recreational opportunities, makes it a perfect choice for those seeking a peaceful yet well-connected place to call home. Emu Plains truly embodies the best of suburban living in New South Wales.
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Families with kids
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"Emu plains is a Fantastic place to live, safe, and a very good area to bring up a family. Lived here for twenty years"
Emu plains is a fantastic area to live and to buy a home, it really is a sort after in the Penrith district to live and buy, it is very close to Penrith shopping too with easy access to fast trains to the city. I have lived in emu plains for twenty years and work in the city and I have never been more happy living here. Before emu plains I lived in Eastwood near the city and I can tell you now emu plains is a much safer area to live, even though The emu plains property prices are on the way up l would still pay the same price they are asking in the city just to live in emu plains. so close to glenbrook and mountains for many picnics and walks, the river walk at emu plains is just fantastic for families and fitness people, my kids while young use to go down to the river and fish and always catch something, mullet, carp and sometimes trout and always had a great time by the river on the family row boat. I won't be selling anytime in the near future this is my home and I am very happy here.
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Singles
- Families with kids
"Thomo"
Lived in emu plains for only 9 months now, although lived in North cranebrook and south Penrith for twenty years. i have been to emu plains quite a bit through the years and thought it would be nice to buy a home and live in emu plains one day, well anyway Am I happier living in emu plains, not really..why! Well I will tell you why it is a quite sort of area and feels quite safe in most parts I must admit, but to me it seems a lonely sort of place with nothing to do but to travel to the shopping centre and battle your way through a strange assortment of people of all kinds, elderly, young and disorientated, and your middle class, and your guaranteed family of gronks? I don't know why but it does, a lot of older people and a lot of older homes too. Emu plains feels to me such an out dated area with a good woollies and Aldies and miles down the road you have one Irish pub. If you had no shops in emu plain you would be pissed at the pub most of the time playing pokies, what would be the point of living in emu plains if we had no shops because I don't drink or play pokies so what would I do? Probably live in Penrith plaza most of the time, You can still reach the river on the other side. Sorry to you all but I do really think emu plains is way over priced and way overrated and for the price tag you would think that your living in castle hill or Dural etc etc nice qiuite area but I don't know????? Not for the price tag it's ridiculous that's for sure.
Great for
- Quite leafy boring quite except when they come out and did I mention quite
- Quiet
Not great for
- Average transport
- Transport
Who lives here?
- Retirees
- Country Lovers
"The Best by the River!"
Emu Plains is one of the best suburbs in the Penrith area & is my first preference to live in the Penrith area as well as being another choice for me to live in Sydney! It has heaps of Parks & Shops & is very close to Nepean River!
Great for
- Leafy
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Singles
- Families with kids
- Retirees
- Students
- Country Lovers
"Family Friendly"
I was a child raised in Emu Plains. I also spent my first years living out of home in the area. It is a very family oriented suburb, tucked neatly at the foot of the blue mountains. The river and the parks are great to walk, play and picnic in. There is a selection of public and private schools to choose from. The shopping facilities are basic, but adequate for stocking up the pantry. I felt pretty safe there as a kid, and also as a young adult. O'Donoghue's is about the only venue slightly resembling nightlife, so if you want to party then get out of there. I remember the Thai Restaurant near the river being quite delicious. I hear word that these days there's also a few niche coffee and chocolate shops popping up on Bathurst road that cater to a fancy palate. I've tried the coffee on a recent visit and it was very nice. The only con I can remember was trying to get home from work in Penrith everyday. It was often a choice of a) bottle neck on the M4 or b) bottleneck on the Great Western Highway bridge.
Great for
- Quiet
- Leafy
- Safe
Not great for
- Transport
Who lives here?
- Families with kids
- Retirees
"Emu Plains - beautiful spot near river and mountains."
Emu Plains is in western Sydney on the banks of the Nepean River at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Emus Plains is basically a residential area with good quality homes. There is a good shopping centre called Centro Lennox and there are a number of very good schools. Sports facilities are great in this area with many playing fields, a beautiful golf course, swimming, Little Athletics etc. There are plenty of accommodations options including hotel and motels and the Emu Plains Caravan Park. Emu Plains, being on the western side of the Nepean River is only a short drive across the bridge to all the amenities of Penrith including the Penrith Panthers World of Entertainment.
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Singles
- Families with kids
- Retirees