East Killara

NSW 2071 • Greater Sydney

2,895
Population (2021)
$47,060
Median Income
3.19 km²
Area
78m
Elevation

About East Killara

East Killara is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Ku-ring-gai (Area) area. With a population of 2,895 and a median income of $47,060, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 3.19 km² at an elevation of 78m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. East Killara delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

East Killara falls under postcode 2071 and is governed by Ku-ring-gai Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Davidson electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2071
Urban Area
Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.76°, 151.18°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.19 km²
Elevation
78m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$1,000
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,900
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,978
Census 2021
2,895
2.8% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,428
Income 2021
$47,060
22.5% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,249
Born Overseas 1,594

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 562
  • 2. Hong Kong 184
  • 3. England 125
  • 4. Malaysia 69
  • 5. South Korea 58
  • 6. India 49
  • 7. New Zealand 48
  • 8. Iran 42
  • 9. Papua New Guinea 41
  • 10. South Africa 38
  • 11. Vietnam 30
  • 12. Indonesia 29
  • 13. Taiwan 29
  • 14. United States 23
  • 15. Singapore 20

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 1,353
English 538
Australian 405
Irish 145
Scottish 136
Indian 95
Korean 90
German 50
Vietnamese 47
Italian 43

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

487
Both parents born in Australia
2,101
Both parents born overseas
247
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.8%
Christianity
34.2%
Buddhism
5.5%
Judaism
2.6%
Hinduism
1.9%
Islam
1.3%
Sikhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
95 (3.3%)
5-14 years
446 (15.4%)
15-19 years
231 (8.0%)
20-24 years
209 (7.2%)
25-34 years
222 (7.7%)
35-44 years
302 (10.4%)
45-54 years
449 (15.5%)
55-64 years
425 (14.7%)
65-74 years
280 (9.7%)
75-84 years
169 (5.8%)
85+ years
65 (2.2%)

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