East Lindfield

NSW 2070 • Greater Sydney

3,710
Population (2021)
$58,864
Median Income
2.33 km²
Area
$990/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyLeafyUpper North ShoreBushlandPrestigious

About East Lindfield

East Lindfield is a leafy residential suburb on Sydney's Upper North Shore, approximately 14 kilometres north of the CBD, within the Ku-ring-gai local government area. With a population of around 3,710, the suburb is characterised by quiet tree-lined streets, large family homes on generous blocks, and abundant native bushland reserves. It shares postcode 2070 with neighbouring Lindfield and offers a tranquil, semi-rural feel within an established, high-amenity urban setting.

East Lindfield is ideal for families drawn to its excellent schools, spacious parks, and proximity to Lane Cove National Park and Garigal National Park. The suburb has a strong sense of community with local sportsgrounds, walking and cycling tracks, and easy access to Lindfield's retail strip and station. Residents enjoy short train commutes to the CBD via Lindfield Station, with connections to the broader North Shore and city rail network. The suburb attracts professionals and families seeking a prestigious, green, and family-friendly community.

East Lindfield falls under postcode 2070 and is governed by Ku-ring-gai Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Davidson electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2070
Urban Area
Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.77°, 151.19°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.33 km²
Elevation
107m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lindfield Station
1.2 km
~15 min walk
Killara Station
1.8 km
~22 min walk
Roseville Station
2.5 km
North Shore Line (T1)

Bus Services

  • 278,291 — Chatswood / City (via Pacific Hwy) Approx 20 min to Chatswood; 45–55 min to City
  • 548 — Macquarie University / Ryde Approx 30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
14 km
By Train
Approx 28–35 min from Lindfield Station (T1 North Shore Line express services)
By Bus
Approx 50–65 min via bus to City
By Car (Peak)
Approx 35–55 min via Pacific Hwy or Lane Cove Rd
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 25 min via Pacific Hwy

🛣️ Lindfield Station (~1.2 km) is the most convenient public transport option. Regular T1 services run to the City and Wynyard. Local buses connect to Chatswood and Macquarie Park.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Walkable to Lindfield Station and local parks, though the hilly, bushland terrain means a car or bus is preferred for shopping and errands beyond the immediate area.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in East Lindfield by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View East Lindfield Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "East Lindfield" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$990
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$4,000
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.4%

0 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,711
Census 2021
3,710
-0.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$47,788
Income 2021
$58,864
23.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,171
Born Overseas 1,483

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 415
  • 2. England 204
  • 3. Hong Kong 138
  • 4. New Zealand 58
  • 5. United States 58
  • 6. Malaysia 56
  • 7. South Africa 45
  • 8. Singapore 44
  • 9. South Korea 35
  • 10. India 33

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,130
Chinese 1,129
Australian 876
Irish 343
Scottish 330
Italian 97
German 93
Indian 70
Greek 62
Korean 62

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,116
Both parents born in Australia
1,958
Both parents born overseas
565
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.3%
No Religion
42.2%
Buddhism
3.8%
Judaism
2.4%
Hinduism
1.4%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
151 (4.1%)
5-14 years
633 (17.1%)
15-19 years
304 (8.2%)
20-24 years
214 (5.8%)
25-34 years
189 (5.1%)
35-44 years
444 (12.0%)
45-54 years
572 (15.4%)
55-64 years
456 (12.3%)
65-74 years
358 (9.6%)
75-84 years
243 (6.5%)
85+ years
141 (3.8%)

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