Estates & communities
Guide to living in Vineyard, NSW
If the very name Vineyard conjures up images of beautiful landscapes, holiday-style relaxation and good times, maybe you’d like to live in Vineyard, NSW!
Vineyard is a roughly t-shaped suburb in north-east Sydney. This newly developed suburb is close to Box Hill and ideally located for both road and public transport into central Sydney. It’s also near national parks and leisure facilities.
Let’s find out more about the Vineyard NSW suburb, including its property market and the lifestyle it can offer those looking for a high quality newly-built home.
Where is Vineyard?
Vineyard is located in north-west Sydney. It’s located on both sides of the Old Windsor Road (A2), opening up various options for commuting, and is a few minutes drive from the growing urban centre of Box Hill. Central Sydney is 50 kilometres away, accessible by the nearby M7 motorway.
For public transport users, Vineyard Station is less than three kilometres away (just a 4 minute drive away) and Rouse Hill Metro Station is just under 10 kilometres from Vineyard, both providing access to trains and buses.
Despite Vineyard being a small suburb (at just under 14 square kilometres), it’s divided between two local councils. Part of Vineyard is in the City of Blacktown Local Government Area (LGA) and part of it is in the City of Hawkesbury.
Vineyard’s postcode is 2765 and, if you’re searching for information about this great suburb, go ahead and make your search: Vineyard NSW, as otherwise you might find yourself getting info about actual wineries or even Martha’s Vineyard in the USA!
Vineyard is close to the Marramarra National Park and has good access to the beauty of the Blue Mountains region.
A brief history of Vineyard
You probably won’t be surprised to discover that Vineyard was named after the fact that this area used to be part of a winegrowing area.
The Windsor Winery District still has vineyards in operation, including the historic Tizzana Winery, situated on the banks of the Hawkesbury River around a 30 minute drive from the suburb of Vineyard.
Until recently, Vineyard has been an area of homes spread out on acreage style properties. That started to change in the early 2000s after Vineyard was included in a rezoning project as part of the North West Growth area development, aiming to create high quality housing for Sydney’s growing population.
Who has their home in Vineyard?
Vineyard’s demographics are currently undergoing change, prompted by the transition from an area dominated by acreage properties to a vibrant suburb.
It’s also an area that’s difficult to be specific about as population data sometimes looks at Vineyard on its own and, at other times, combines it with the neighbouring areas of Oakville and Mulgrave.
What is in no doubt though is that the population of Vineyard will be gradually increasing from its 2021 level of 1,143 people and 535 homes. This fits with the building of new houses to welcome more families to the area, in line with its key role in the NSW Government’s North West Growth strategy.
Might your next home be in Vineyard? If you’re considering joining this growing community, we’d love to introduce you to Woodlands Vineyard, a collection of 37 beautiful new residences.
In a moment, we’ll look at some specific home designs that might just be ideal for your move to Woodlands, Vineyard. Before we do, let’s look to the wider community for the schools, shopping, transport and leisure options that await those choosing to make Vineyard home.
Schools in and near Vineyard
Vineyard Public School has a proud history dating back to 1880. Sometimes referred to simply as ‘The Vineyard’, the school offers high quality primary level education for all. Oakville Public School is also only a few minutes drive away.
There are two public high schools which are zoned for different parts of Vineyard. Riverstone High School is slightly south of Vineyard and Windsor Public School is to the north-west. There’s also Wyndham College, which is a year 11 and 12 school only.
Casuarina School is a specialist learning centre for children between Year 5 and aged 17 who require intensive educational or behavioural support.
In terms of private and Catholic schools, nearby options include Arndell Anglican College, Chisholm Catholic Primary School, Santa Sophia Catholic College, Norwest Christian College and the Marsden Park campus of Australian Christian College.
While all these schools will offer your child high-quality education, we’re especially excited about Santa Sophia Catholic College, a co-education Preschool to Year 12 school that opened in late 2021 and offers state-of-the-art facilities and innovative learning environments across five storeys and connected via terraced courtyards. Your child will love the epic play equipment, including an indoor climbing gym!
For younger children, you’ll be spoilt for choice for preschools and childcare. And, for those looking for tertiary education, as well as commuting to all Sydney facilities, the Western Sydney University Hawkesbury campus is just 20 minutes up the road.
Transport options for Vineyard
Vineyard has Old Windsor Road (also known as the A2) running through the suburb, which is your gateway to wherever you need to go!
Head south-east along the A2 to nearby Bella Vista and you’ll get to the M7/M2, which will either take you all the way into central Sydney (in 50-60 minutes), passing by Epping and Chatswood along the way, or instead take you south through Rooty Hill and Eastern Creek down to Elizabeth Hills, Prestons and beyond.
Or, if you head north-west on the A2, you’ll head out to Windsor and Richmond, perhaps via the B59 into the Blue Mountains, or up into the backroads of the Hawkesbury region, possibly even to a winery or two!
Public transport is also accessible from Vineyard. You have the choice of Vineyard Station, on the T1 and T5 lines, less than three kilometres away. You also have both Tallawong and Rouse Hill Metro Station just under 10 kilometres away, for superfast commuting to Chatswood and, all the way through central Sydney to Sydenham.
Eating and shopping in and near Vineyard
Check out The Vineyard! No, not the local public school (that also goes by this nickname), but a new bistro and bar with grand plans for a soon-to-open cafe, beer garden and even a kids’ adventure playground.
For shopping, you can head to Carmel Village, just over the border in Box Hill for supermarkets, smaller grocers, pharmacies, beauty salons and a whole range of international dining options. Or, you can head slightly north along the A2 for Home Co. shops at McGraths Hill. There’s also Rouse Hill’s Town Centre for shopping, restaurants and a cinema.
And, Vineyard residents are also in prime position to enjoy planned and underway developments, including the Vineyard Town Centre and the Box Hill City Centre.
Leisure near Vineyard
You’ll feel at leisure even within the Woodlands estate. We don’t call it a sanctuary for nothing! The area is bordered by natural bushland so you’ll enjoy the beautiful surroundings even on a simple walk on the wide footpaths nearby.
Vineyard is then ideally located for enjoying nearby parks, including the fun playground at Slidey Park (yep, there are good slides!) and Orchard Park (including a fun bright orange table tennis table!).
A little further afield are national parks and Hawkesbury River. Marramarra National Park has a range of walking and cycling trails and is great for swimming, kayaking or simply enjoying the sights and sounds of nature.
On weekends, you can enjoy the historic house and grounds of the nearby Rouse Hill Estate. Or, in the other direction, take a picnic to the Governor Phillip Park. If you’re a golfer, Stonecutters Ridge Golf Course is about 20 minutes away, plus there are clubs for other sports. And, of course, there are wineries to visit, including this historic Tizzana and Bull Ridge Estate.
What choices do you have for your Vineyard home design?
Stage 1 of Woodlands Vineyard, which offered low-density housing, has sold out. You can now take advantage of the boutique offerings of ‘the Wattle release’, offering elegant designs for effortless living.
You can choose from an exclusive collection of 37 homes, each with premium finishes and inclusions, like ducted air-conditioning, soft-close cabinetry and SMEG appliances. Designs range from three to five bedrooms, with many offering second living areas or study areas.
Landscaping is included and the facades of the homes are inspired by the surrounding native landscapes, meaning that your new home will fit into the Woodlands feel right from the outset of you moving in.
Whichever home design is best for you, your family and lifestyle, we are excited to be part of the growth and development of Vineyard and would love to help you consider whether this is an ideal place for you to call home.
Why not visit one of our Sales Centres? You can choose between Box Hill (40 Gizi Street) and Marsden Park (8 Donald Street). Both are open every day between 10am - 5pm. Or, contact us to start a discussion about how you can call Vineyard home.
FAQs
Is Vineyard NSW going to be a good area?
Vineyard, in north-west Sydney, is a special place to call home, being a small suburb with some new residential areas backing onto native bush for a peaceful, sanctuary-like experience. Vineyard is close to transport options, education facilities and national parks.
Is Vineyard a good suburb?
Vineyard offers ideal family living in a small suburb with strong connections. Woodlands, Vineyard, backs onto native bush and national parks are not far away. Vineyard has good transport connectivity and all the shopping and education amenities that your lifestyle needs, plus there are future developments on the horizon that you’ll be perfectly positioned to enjoy.
How far is Vineyard from the airport in Sydney?
Vineyard is well positioned for both of Sydney’s airports. Vineyard is around 50 kilometres from Sydney Airport in Mascot. You can drive there in around one hour (via the M7 then M4 motorways), or travel by train on the T1 then T8 lines. It’s also important to consider that Vineyard is only 40 kilometres (around a 45 minute drive) from the Western Sydney Airport, scheduled to open in 2026.
