[2] North Parramatta has a number of heritage-listed sites, including: The UrbanGrowth NSW Development Corporation is working on creating an aspirational place identity for the publicly owned and nationally listed Heritage Core.

It will not have any residential developments, and the heritage buildings will be preserved with the help of repair and restoration work that will make them weatherproof and safe.

The significant landmarks on the site which will be conserved include the Cumberland Hospital and the Norma Parker Centre.

Lake Parramatta served as a recreational spot for locals who enjoyed swimming.

At the 2011 census, 21.9% of employed people travelled to work on public transport and 57.3% by car (either as driver or as passenger).