Parramatta New South Wales Map

About Parramatta, New South Wales

Parramatta is a locality in the City Of Parramatta Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of 26,876. The locality covers an area of 5.5 km², giving a population density of about 4904.4 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 26 m above sea level. It lies approximately 20 km west-northwest of Sydney. Parramatta is located at 33.8150°S, 151.0081°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2150.

Parramatta unfolds across a fertile plain, a place where the gentle curves of the land meet the insistent flow of its namesake river. It lies 3.0 km north-east of Merrylands, NSW (from Merrylands, NSW: bearing 42°T), and is situated 10.7 km east-south-east of Blacktown. This significant river, a vital artery for millennia, carves a distinct path through the terrain, its banks often softened by the lushness that has long characterised this region. The air here, particularly as the sun begins its descent, carries a certain sweetness, a blend of damp earth and the subtle perfume of flowering gums, hinting at the deep connection between the built environment and the enduring natural world. Parramatta’s character is one of quiet resilience, a place that has witnessed profound change yet retains a grounded, unhurried essence, a testament to its deep roots in the Australian landscape.

The history of Parramatta is intrinsically tied to its role as a pivotal settlement beyond the initial colonial foothold, established early in the colony's narrative as a strategic administrative and agricultural hub. This foundational importance propelled its early growth, fostering an economy that initially relied heavily on farming and grazing, the rich soils supporting the sustenance of a nascent nation. Over time, this agricultural bent evolved, transitioning into a diverse economic centre that now thrives on a robust mix of commerce, services, and innovation, a far cry from its pastoral beginnings. The echoes of this past are still present, however, in the enduring grace of its older buildings and the way the river continues to shape the city’s outlook, a constant reminder of the generations who have worked and lived on this land.

The cultural pulse of Parramatta beats strongly, a vibrant confluence of sporting fervour, artistic expression, and academic pursuit. While not boasting the major professional teams of larger metropolitan centres, Parramatta's spirit is readily found in the enthusiastic crowds that follow local clubs and the passion ignited during major annual events and festivals that draw visitors from across the state. Its landmarks, such as the historic Government House and the Old Government House, stand as silent witnesses to centuries of Australian history, while the verdant expanse of Parramatta Park offers a sanctuary of green within the urban fabric. Renowned institutions of learning contribute to the intellectual dynamism of Parramatta, fostering a generation of thinkers and creators. The city has also been the crucible for a number of well-known individuals who have left indelible marks on the national and international stage, their achievements resonating far beyond the city limits, a quiet testament to the fertile ground that Parramatta provides for talent to flourish.

About This Parramatta Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Parramatta, New South Wales with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Parramatta, in the City Of Parramatta Council local government area.

Detailed location data for Parramatta includes the postcode (2150), telephone area code (02), and local government area (City Of Parramatta Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.

Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Parramatta is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.