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Rossmore NSW 2557

Rossmore is a semi-rural suburb in Sydney’s south-west known for acreage properties, horse agistments and a quiet, country feel. It sits within the Western Sydney Aerotropolis growth area, offering future connectivity while retaining a low-density lifestyle.

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Why families consider Rossmore

Predominantly rural-residential with families, tradies and equestrian enthusiasts; large lots and hobby farms are common. Day-to-day needs are met in nearby Austral, Leppington and Carnes Hill, with a slower pace than urban Sydney.

Amenities & services

  • Carnes Hill Marketplace (shopping, eateries, services)
  • Ed.Square Town Centre, Edmondson Park
  • Local shops in Austral and Leppington
  • GP and dental clinics in Austral/Leppington
  • Liverpool Hospital and Campbelltown Hospital (nearest major hospitals)
  • Cafes and takeaways in Austral, Leppington and Bringelly
  • Carnes Hill Library, Carnes Hill
  • Liverpool City Library, Liverpool
  • Oran Park Library, Oran Park

Transport & connectivity

  • Leppington Station (South West Rail Link)
  • Edmondson Park Station (South West Rail Link)
  • Bus routes 855/856 (Liverpool–Austral/Bringelly/Catherine Field corridors)
  • Bringelly Road, Camden Valley Way, Cowpasture Road, Fifteenth Avenue
  • Easy access to M7 and M5 via Camden Valley Way/Cowpasture Road

Lifestyle & recreation

  • Equestrian centres and agistment properties
  • Leppington Oval and sporting fields
  • Michael Clarke Recreation Centre (Carnes Hill)
  • Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre (nearby cultural venue)
  • Cycling and walking tracks in Western Sydney Parklands (nearby)
  • Western Sydney Parklands (nearby)
  • Kemps Creek Nature Reserve (nearby)
  • Leppington Oval and William Long Reserve (nearby)
  • Austral Reserve (nearby)

Education context

Limited within Rossmore itself; multiple long day care and preschool options available in nearby Austral, Leppington, Catherine Field and Oran Park, with moderate demand and waitlists for under-2s.

  • Western Sydney University Liverpool City Campus (Liverpool)
  • Western Sydney University Campbelltown Campus (Campbelltown)
  • University of Sydney Camperdown/Darlington Campus (inner Sydney)
  • UTS City Campus (Sydney CBD)