The gunman was believed to be travelling in a black sedan with a rear spoiler that was seen speeding away from the Mount Pritchard house shortly before 11.40pm.

The car was last seen travelling south on North Liverpool Road.

The woman, 58, and a man, 60, were inside the house on Horton Street at the time but were not injured.

Paramedics treated the woman for shock at the scene.

Police investigating the shooting believe it was targeted. It is understood the gunman and pair inside the house knew each other.

Any information to Crime Stoppers, 1800 333 000.