๐Ÿ“ฎ Orchard Hills postcode: 2748

Orchard Hills Median Property Value & Market Data (NSW)

Orchard Hills, New South Walesยท Penrithยท 2748
Orchard Hills has a median property value in line with New South Wales averagesUpdated 24 May 2026

Price Score

6.0/10

Orchard Hills has a median property value in line with New South Wales averages

Key Facts

Median Price Range
$900kโ€“$1.2M
Suburb
Orchard Hills, NSW
Key Price Driver
Proximity to CBD and school catchments
Climate Risk Impact
Increasingly affects property values โ€” get a report
Postcode
2748
Highest high-risk exposure
14% of land (riverine flood)

Median Property Value Analysis

Orchard Hills in New South Wales sits within the broader property market of the region. The median property value provides a benchmark for home buyers evaluating the suburb against neighbouring areas and state averages across New South Wales. Understanding where a suburb sits in the price spectrum is a critical first step in property research.

Property values in Orchard Hills are influenced by factors including location, housing stock diversity, school catchments, transport access, and increasingly climate risk exposure. The median price represents the middle point of all sales โ€” half sold for more, half for less โ€” and is the most commonly cited benchmark in Australian property market reporting. Domain and CoreLogic both publish suburb-level median price data that can be compared across New South Wales.

For buyers considering Orchard Hills, the relationship between property value and climate risk is becoming increasingly important. Properties in areas with lower exposure to flood, bushfire, and extreme heat may hold value better over the long term as climate risk awareness grows among Australian home buyers.

To make an informed property decision in Orchard Hills, an address-level assessment is essential. Get a complete ClimateNest report for your shortlisted property including climate risk scores, projected insurance costs, and long-term value outlook to complement your market research.

Orchard Hills (postcode 2748) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are riverine flood (14% of land in high-risk zones), bushfire (11.3% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (7.1% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Orchard Hills โ€” individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Improve Drainage Infrastructure

Near-term

Upgrade and expand drainage systems to better manage increased rainfall and reduce the risk of flooding.

Est. cost: Medium

Implement Heatwave Early Warning System

Immediate

Develop and implement a heatwave early warning system to alert residents of impending heatwaves and provide guidance on how to stay safe.

Est. cost: Low

Bushfire Risk Mitigation

Near-term

Undertake vegetation management and controlled burns to reduce the risk of bushfires. Educate residents on bushfire preparedness.

Est. cost: Medium

Promote Water Conservation

Long-term

Encourage residents to conserve water through water-efficient appliances and landscaping practices.

Est. cost: Low

Community Education Programs

Near-term

Develop and implement community education programs to raise awareness of climate change risks and adaptation strategies.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Penrith City Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 24 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median property value in Orchard Hills?

The median property value for Orchard Hills in New South Wales provides a market benchmark for home buyers and sellers. For the most current median price data, consult Domain, CoreLogic, or your local real estate agent who can provide suburb-specific sales evidence and recent comparable sales. Property prices in New South Wales vary significantly by location, property type, and condition โ€” the median is a starting point, not a valuation.

How do property values in Orchard Hills compare to New South Wales averages?

Orchard Hills sits within the New South Wales property market. Statewide median prices in New South Wales range from $900k to $1.2M depending on property type and location. Consider climate risk alongside price data โ€” ClimateNest provides property-specific risk assessments for addresses across Orchard Hills.

What factors affect property values in Orchard Hills?

Property values in Orchard Hills are driven by location, proximity to schools and transport, housing stock quality and diversity, neighbourhood amenity, market conditions, and increasingly climate risk exposure. Address-level climate risk data from ClimateNest helps buyers make informed decisions.

Does climate risk affect property values in Orchard Hills?

Yes, climate risk is an increasingly important factor in property values across Australian suburbs, including Orchard Hills. Properties with verified lower climate risk may attract premium pricing as buyer awareness grows. A ClimateNest report provides address-level climate risk data to inform your property valuation.

What share of Orchard Hills is exposed to high riverine flood risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 14% of Orchard Hills in high-risk zones for riverine flood, with a further 56.3% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform โ€” individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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What A$69 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

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