Schofields is The Rising Star of Sydney’s North-West

Schofields may be one of Sydney’s newest suburbs, but it is exceeding the wildest dreams of the government planners who rezoned the precinct for “new homes and businesses close to public transport” in 2012.

Over the past 13 years Schofields has added a well-planned town centre, an upgraded railway station, new schools, civic amenities, retail centres, and new housing including the award-winning Schofield Gardens.

Schofield Gardens is home to over 3,200 families and is now completing its seventh stage, known as Jasmine, a harmonious development where residents enjoy a village-style lifestyle, with leafy gardens, BBQs and children’s playgrounds.

First-home buyer Rebecca, who has just secured a two-bedroom apartment at Jasmine, says that the new ALAND project exceeded her expectations in terms of location, amenities, design and workmanship, but was also, surprisingly, within her budget.

“Jasmine stood out to me due to its easy access to various public transport options, the quiet and peaceful atmosphere of the development and modern and sustainable features in its apartments,” she said.

“Buying my apartment at Jasmine has been surreal experience, as I never thought my dream of owning my home would ever come true. The journey has been exciting and overwhelming.

Designed by Place Studios, these elegant one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments offer great value for money in a fast-growing suburb handy shops, schools, parks and Schofields train station/bus interchange. Prices start at $535,000 for a one-bedroom apartment.

Rebecca is typical of the type of residents – mostly young, ambitious and hard-working, often with small children – who are now settling in Schofields, one of the fastest growing hubs in Sydney’s north-west.

A recent ABS survey named Schofields (with neighbouring West-Colebee) as one of Sydney’s most “advantaged suburbs” based on education, workforce participation, household income and other factors. [1]

The result has not surprised KPMG urban economist Terry Rawnsley who says many well-educated, dual-income families are drawn to the north-west by more affordable housing and abundant employment opportunities. [2]

“The north-west has good access to jobs by road, good access by rail – plus, lots of good jobs within a 10- or 20-minute commute,” he said.

“This region is definitely showing that the advantage that existed in places like Sydney’s north shore for a long time has moved to the north-west with a new generation.”

A suburb that ticks all the boxes

As a designated ‘priority precinct’ Schofields has received significant financial support from the state government for essential services, schools, recreational facilities and new or upgraded transport links.

Local residents can access the new Sydney Metro at nearby Tallawong, which is just a six-minute bus trip from Schofields train station. The Metro is a game-changer for the north-west, cutting travel time to both Chatswood (37 minutes) and the Sydney CBD (51 minutes).

Nearby, Schofield Village Shopping Centre is a major community drawcard, offering a wide range of retail and hospitality outlets, plus a Coles supermarket, early learning and pre-school and a medical centre.

NSW Government has committed significant funds for new and upgraded schools in the north-west, with a new Tallawong Public School and a new Schofields High School under construction; when it opens in 2027 the new high school will accommodate upto 1,000 students.

Tallawong Public School occupies temporary facilities at Riverstone Public School while a new campus for 600 students is being built on Macquarie Road, Rouse Hill. The new school is due to open in 2026.

“The communities here in Sydney’s north-west are growing at a rapid rate,” said Warren Kirby, the local Member for Riverstone. [3]

“As the area continues to expand, it is essential that school infrastructure is delivered at the same rate.”

Funds have also been provided for new sporting and community amenities in Schofields, including a recent upgrade to Schofield Park and $150,000 for the refurbishment of the Schofields Community Centre.

There is more on the horizon. Work has begun on a new 20-hectare recreation space called Ken Birdsey Park on Sciberras Avenue which Blacktown City Council describes as “a versatile precinct featuring sports fields, recreation areas and environmental conservation zones.”

The $32 million precinct will offer four sports fields designed for cricket and soccer, an amenities building, cricket nets and a children’s playground. The park will also offer exercise pathways and a preservation area for endangered woodland. It is due to open in mid-2026.

Experts says the north-west has already benefited hugely from new transport infrastructure such as the M7 motorway and Sydney Metro, which have augmented the region’s existing rail, bus and road links.

Mark McCrindle, a demographer and social researcher, says the region is highly entrepreneurial with a young, well-educated population and this underpinned its economic success over recent years. [4]

“Sydney’s north-west is very socio-economically dynamic,” he said.

Sources:

[1] The Sydney Morning Herald
[2] The Sydney Morning Herald
[3] NSW Government press release
[4] The Sydney Morning Herald