Mount Druitt at a glance
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Council | Blacktown City Council |
| Postcode | 2770 |
| Typical homes | 1960s–70s fibro and brick homes, plus townhouses and units near the station |
| Flood info | Blacktown City Council flood advice letters |
| Watch for | Asbestos in older fibro, reactive clay, overland flow in the South Creek catchment |
Homes from the Housing Commission era
In the 1960s Mount Druitt became the centre of the NSW Housing Commission's developments in the surrounding suburbs, with Whalan, Lethbridge Park and Blackett built as part of that program into the 1970s. Some of those homes have since passed into private ownership. In 1975 the railway station moved about 500 metres east to serve the new shopping centre, which still anchors the town centre.
Many homes from the period are plain fibro or brick-veneer houses, built to a budget, which makes them good candidates for:
- Bathroom and kitchen renovations. See budget bathroom renovations.
- Roof painting or restoration on older tile roofs.
- New fences and concrete driveways.
- Asbestos testing before any demolition, cladding or wet-area work. See asbestos removal costs.
Council, flood advice and approvals
Mount Druitt is in Blacktown City Council, as are nearby Rooty Hill, Minchinbury and Plumpton. Ropes Creek marks much of the boundary with Penrith City Council to the west, so confirm which council covers your address before you lodge anything. Most house-scale jobs fall under the Blacktown Local Environmental Plan 2015 and Blacktown's development control plan, or the NSW codes for exempt and complying development.
The area drains to the South Creek catchment, which flows on to the Hawkesbury-Nepean, and Blacktown City Council has published the Wianamatta South Creek Flood Study. For a specific address, council issues a flood advice letter that says whether flood planning controls or drainage constraints apply. Ask for one before planning an extension, granny flat or new driveway at a low point.
Practical things for Mount Druitt jobs
- Many blocks from the period are a decent size, so granny flats are common. A secondary dwelling can often be approved as complying development if the lot and design meet NSW standards.
- Reactive clay causes cracked paths and brickwork. Fix drainage and leaking pipes before major crack repairs.
- Near the town centre and station, parking for trade vehicles can be limited, and a skip bin on the road may need a council permit.
- A handyman suits small repairs, but electrical and plumbing work always needs a licensed trade. See handyman rates.
- Original 1960s–70s switchboards are worth having an electrician inspect before a renovation adds new circuits or appliances.
Popular jobs in Mount Druitt
Bathroom renovations
Plan a bathroom around layout, water management, ventilation and finishes before comparing prices.
Get quotesKitchen renovations
Resolve appliance locations, useful storage and circulation before selecting cabinet finishes.
Get quotesRoof painting
Specify a coating scope that follows assessment, compatible preparation and necessary repairs.
Get quotesFence installation
Define the boundary, purpose and installation scope before choosing a fence.
Get quotesConcrete driveways
Plan access, levels and drainage before selecting a driveway finish.
Get quotesHandyman services
Get small repairs, odd jobs and maintenance done in one visit, and know when a job needs a licensed specialist instead.
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Common questions
Is Mount Druitt in Penrith or Blacktown council?
Blacktown City Council. Mount Druitt is often grouped with Penrith and the west, but its development applications, flood advice and Section 10.7 certificates come from Blacktown. St Marys, across Ropes Creek, is in Penrith City Council. The NSW Planning Portal shows the council for any address.
How do I check flooding for a Mount Druitt property?
Request a flood advice letter from Blacktown City Council's floodplain team. It states whether flood planning controls apply and notes any drainage constraints for the property. Your Section 10.7 certificate also lists flood-related controls. Overland flow in heavy storms can affect low points even away from the creeks.
Can I renovate a former Housing Commission home?
Yes. Once a home is privately owned it is treated like any other house. Internal work such as a new kitchen or bathroom usually needs no council approval, while extensions, new structures and demolition may need a complying development certificate or development application. Test for asbestos first, as many homes of that era contain it.