Hornsby Heights
NSW 2077 • Greater Sydney
About Hornsby Heights
Hornsby Heights is a leafy residential suburb on Sydney's Upper North Shore, located 26 km north-west of the Sydney CBD within Hornsby Shire. With a population of 6,354 (2021 Census), it sits on the high narrow ridges of the Hornsby Plateau above Galston Gorge and the Berowra Valley National Park. The suburb has an elevated, bushland setting and a family-oriented demographic with a strong sense of community.
Hornsby Heights offers a nature-immersed lifestyle with direct access to Berowra Valley National Park and numerous bushwalking trails. Despite its bushland setting, the suburb is well-serviced by nearby Hornsby's major shopping, dining, and medical facilities. Local amenities include Rofe Park, a community centre, and several schools. The area attracts families who value a safe, quiet environment with native wildlife and proximity to quality schools on the North Shore.
Hornsby Heights falls under postcode 2077 and is governed by Hornsby Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hornsby electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 596 — Hornsby Station 10-15 min
- 595 — Hornsby via Galston Road 12-18 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Most residents bus or drive to Hornsby Station for express trains to the city via the North Shore Line.
Limited local shops. Hilly terrain and bushland setting mean most errands require driving to Hornsby town centre.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Jersey St
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Stokes Ave
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Asquith Public School ICSEA 11023 Dudley St
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1 Royston Parade
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91 Pacific Highway
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1 Rosemead Road
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Clarke Road School ICSEA 10639487 2652 48-58 Clarke Road
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Hornsby Girls High School ICSEA 12099476 5711 Edgeworth David Ave
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Hornsby Heights Public School ICSEA 110420 Somerville Road
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Hornsby North Public School ICSEA 11489987 4605 52 Ida St
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Hornsby South Public School ICSEA 11109489 2410 57-63 Clarke Road
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23 Yardley Avenue
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 Hornsby Heights by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Hornsby Heights Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Hornsby Heights" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
4 state housing + 4 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 357
- 2. China 234
- 3. India 150
- 4. New Zealand 106
- 5. South Africa 91
- 6. Iran 78
- 7. Philippines 70
- 8. Malaysia 48
- 9. South Korea 44
- 10. United States 44
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)