Kemps Creek, New South Wales facts for kids

Kemps Creek is a suburb located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It's about 39 kilometers (24 miles) west of the main city center of Sydney. This area is part of the Greater Western Sydney region and is managed by two local councils: the City of Penrith and the City of Liverpool.

A Look Back: The History of Kemps Creek

How Kemps Creek Got Its Name

Kemps Creek is named after a person called Anthony Fenn Kemp. He lived from 1773 to 1868. He was given two large pieces of land in this area.

The first piece of land was about 300 acres (1.2 square kilometers). He received it in 1810. This land was located around Elizabeth Drive and Mamre Road.

The second piece of land was about 500 acres (2 square kilometers). He received this in 1820. He named this property "Mount Vernon".

Early Schools and Services

A school was started in Kemps Creek in 1885. It was first called Exeter Farm School. This name came from a large property nearby in Badgerys Creek.

However, the school's name was changed a few years later. It became known as Kemps Creek Public School. The Kemps Creek Post Office also opened its doors on March 27, 1925.

Who Lives in Kemps Creek?

A Snapshot of the Population

In 2016, a study called the Census counted 2,268 people living in Kemps Creek. This study helps us learn about the people in an area.

Most people, about 60.9%, were born in Australia. The next largest group, about 6.5%, were born in Italy.

Languages and Beliefs

When it came to languages spoken at home, 50.0% of people spoke only English. Other languages were also common. About 10.1% spoke Italian, and 6.4% spoke Arabic.

For religion, the most common answer was Catholic, at 46.1%. About 13.2% of people said they had no religion.

What's in the Area?

Shops and Services

Elizabeth Drive is a main road that goes through Kemps Creek. Along this road, you can find several useful places. There's the Rural Fire Service, which helps with fires. You can also find petrol stations and cafes.

The area also has a telephone office and a post office. For fun, there's Bill Anderson Park. This park has a playground and public toilets.

Helping Animals and Businesses

The Kemps Creek area is also home to the new Animal Welfare League NSW shelter. This shelter helps animals that have been given up or found abandoned. They also offer pet boarding services.

In the northern part of the suburb, you'll find many large warehouses and offices. These are for logistics, which means moving and storing goods. Examples include The YARDS, Aspect Industrial Estate, and Yiribana.

The Lay of the Land: Geography

Natural Features

Kemps Creek has some interesting natural boundaries. To the west, it's bordered by South Creek. To the south-east, you'll find Kemps Creek itself.

There are also several reservoirs, which are like big lakes that store water. The Kemps Creek Memorial Park is located on Western Road. The southern edge of the suburb is Fifteenth Avenue.

Flowing Waters and Research Sites

Mamre Road runs through the northern part of the suburb. Kemps Creek flows into the main reservoir. From there, it joins South Creek.

An important scientific site, the Mills Cross, is located here. It's a radio telescope used to study space. It sits between South Creek and the main reservoir. The University of Sydney also has its Fleurs Radio Observatory and Fleurs Farm sites in the area.

Northern Areas

In the far north of Kemps Creek, Ropes Creek flows from the north-west towards the north. Also in the north-west, west of Mamre Road, is Cosgrove Hill. The northern boundary of the suburb is marked by the Sydney Water Supply Pipeline. This pipeline carries water from Prospect Reservoir to the west.

Getting Around: Transport

The suburb of Kemps Creek is connected by major roads. It has access to the M12 Motorway. There are also plans for a Future Metro train line to serve the area.

Learning in Kemps Creek: Schools

Kemps Creek is home to five different schools.

• Kemps Creek Public School
• Christadelphian Heritage College Sydney

Both of these schools are located on Cross Street.

The other three schools are on Bakers Lane to the north:

• Mamre Anglican School
• Trinity Catholic Primary School
• Emmaus Catholic College