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Hornsby

NSW 2077 • Greater Sydney

22,462
Population (2021)
$46,280
Median Income
8.39 km²
Area
187m
Elevation
Bushland GatewayTransport HubFamily-FriendlyUpper North Shore

About Hornsby

Hornsby is the gateway to Sydney's upper North Shore and the bushland beyond, a major suburban centre where over 22,000 residents enjoy the meeting point of urban convenience and natural beauty. As the northern terminus of several train lines and the junction with the Newcastle line, transport connectivity is excellent. The surrounding bushland, including parts of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, is accessible within minutes.

Westfield Hornsby anchors comprehensive shopping, while the surrounding streets provide local boutiques and dining. The aquatic centre is excellent, and bushwalking tracks lead directly from town into the national park. Hornsby attracts families who want the space and greenery of the upper North Shore without premium prices. It's the practical choice for bushland lovers who still need city access.

Hornsby falls under postcode 2077 and is governed by Hornsby Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hornsby electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2077
Urban Area
Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai
LGA
Hornsby
Federal Electorate
Berowra
State Electorate
Hornsby
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.70°, 151.10°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
8.39 km²
Elevation
187m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Westfield Shoppingtown Northgate Shop M1Cnr Hunter Road & Burdett Road Hornsby 2077 NSW
  • Woolworths
    Westfield Shopping Centre, 236 Pacific Highway Hornsby 2077 NSW
  • ALDI
    236 Pacific Highway, Hornsby NSW 2077

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Hornsby, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Old Man's Valley Cemetery
Old Man's Valley, off Quarry Road, Hornsby • SHR #01764
Mount Wilga House
2A Manor Road (Rosamond Street), Hornsby • SHR #00535

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$440
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,240
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
22,168
Census 2021
22,462
▲ 1.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,792
Income 2021
$46,280
▲ 19.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 10,050
Born Overseas 11,682

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 2,834
  • 2. India 1,289
  • 3. Nepal 983
  • 4. South Korea 635
  • 5. England 628
  • 6. Philippines 621
  • 7. Hong Kong 455
  • 8. Iran 382
  • 9. New Zealand 291
  • 10. Malaysia 276
  • 11. South Africa 201
  • 12. Thailand 177
  • 13. Japan 171
  • 14. Sri Lanka 149
  • 15. Indonesia 147

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 5,226
English 4,498
Australian 3,978
Indian 1,477
Irish 1,306
Scottish 1,227
Korean 858
Filipino 785
Italian 515
German 505

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,844
Both parents born in Australia
14,633
Both parents born overseas
2,142
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
39.2%
Christianity
36.6%
Hinduism
9.9%
Buddhism
4.5%
Islam
2.3%
Sikhism
0.7%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
1,348 (6.0%)
5-14 years
2,600 (11.6%)
15-19 years
1,038 (4.6%)
20-24 years
1,346 (6.0%)
25-34 years
3,440 (15.3%)
35-44 years
3,997 (17.8%)
45-54 years
3,024 (13.5%)
55-64 years
2,375 (10.6%)
65-74 years
1,912 (8.5%)
75-84 years
950 (4.2%)
85+ years
433 (1.9%)

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