Jace
Reviews
"Leafy family friendly close to transport and city"
Croydon Park is an underrated, overlooked area because it does not have the sexy reputation of Strathfield and Burwood, though it is right next door to both. It is gradually being discovered and at the moment represents great value, so the resale potential keeps increasing.
The schooling in the area is fantastic, with a wide choice of good, accessible private, Catholic and public primary and secondary schools. These have good transport services.
It has parks galore, which are used regularly for soccer, tip, Aussie rules cycling, exercise, picnics, playgrounds and for pets too. It has a 50 and 25 metre swimming pool complex, the Cooks River walk and cycle way, in fact everything for a natural, healthy family environment, yet it is less than 10 km from the city.
The options for driving to the city or to the west make it easier to avoid traffic.However there are also many public transport options with several bus routes running through the suburb, and 2 train lines within 5 mins drive at Burwood and Campsie.
People who move into this suburb stay long term as it offers a wide range of advantages for parents and children as they progress through the life cycle. The people of the area are active, out and about and easy to get to know, as can be seen any morning or evening at Henley Park as people exercise and make the most of the local greenery.
Very highly recommended.
Who lives here?
- Professionals
- Families with kids
Such a nice location and away from Burwood but easy to get there for shopping! Then head back to the peacefulness of croydon park
I agree with your comments on the active and healthy neighbourhood atmosphere of Croydon Park. There is something about the suburb... I have only come across nice people here! Seriously, when I do my shopping at IGA or eat in the cafes and restaurants, I'm greeted by nice people!
The only thing I'd argue you on is that you say Strathfield and Burwood have the 'sexy' reputation! No way! Having lived in both; they are too busy, noisy, polluted, rude, and pushy. Something about the people in these areas make them very inconsiderate of others.
Croydon Park on the other hand, seems to have kinder people. Sure, some are older (and older folks are typically 'nice'!), but even the young people seem considerate and friendly.