Denistone
NSW 2114 • Greater Sydney
About Denistone
Denistone is a leafy, established suburb in Northern Sydney, located 16 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD within the City of Ryde. With a population of 3,726 (2021 Census), it covers approximately 1.5 square kilometres and features 10 parks covering 12.2% of its total area. The suburb has a rich history dating back to Gregory Blaxland's 1806 Brush Farm estate, with the name derived from the Forster family's 'Dennistone' house. The predominant age group is 50–59 years, with households primarily comprising couples with children in a professional workforce, and 79.5% owner-occupied homes.
Denistone offers a quiet, prestige residential lifestyle with tree-lined streets and heritage character. The suburb is home to historic landmarks including The Hermitage (c. 1842) and the site of Denistone House within Ryde Hospital grounds. Residents enjoy excellent access to local parks and reserves, with Denistone Park being a popular community gathering spot. Nearby Eastwood provides a vibrant shopping and dining precinct with strong Asian culinary offerings, while West Ryde marketplace covers daily essentials. The suburb attracts established families, professionals, and downsizers seeking a peaceful, well-connected address in Sydney's coveted North Shore-adjacent belt.
Denistone falls under postcode 2114 and is governed by Ryde Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ryde electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 544 — Macquarie Park to Burwood via Denistone 20 min to Macquarie Park
- 533 — Ryde to Chatswood 25 min to Chatswood
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Denistone Station provides direct train services every 15 minutes to Central Station via Strathfield. The T9 Northern Line is the primary commuter route.
Good walkability near the station precinct with access to local shops and parks. The suburb's quiet residential streets are pleasant for walking, though major shopping requires travelling to Eastwood or West Ryde.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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30-32 See St
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Ermington Public School ICSEA 1117Winbourne St
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Marsden High School ICSEA 105022a Winbourne St
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Melrose Park Public School ICSEA 1087110 Wharf Rd
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53 Maxim Street
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West Ryde Public School ICSEA 1117Endeavour St
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Denistone, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. China 527
- 2. South Korea 140
- 3. Hong Kong 100
- 4. England 97
- 5. India 78
- 6. Malaysia 53
- 7. New Zealand 42
- 8. Italy 38
- 9. Sri Lanka 33
- 10. Lebanon 31
- 11. Philippines 30
- 12. Indonesia 23
- 13. Vietnam 23
- 14. Taiwan 21
- 15. United States 21
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)