Killara

NSW 2071 • Greater Sydney

10,620
Population (2021)
$58,084
Median Income
4.63 km²
Area
116m
Elevation
PrestigiousLeafy & PrivateElite SchoolsDiscreet Wealth

About Killara

Killara is one of Sydney's most quietly prestigious addresses, set among leafy streets about 15 kilometres north of the CBD in Ku-ring-gai. This established suburb of roughly 10,600 residents features large homes on generous blocks, screened by mature gardens and towering trees. The atmosphere is discreet affluence rather than flashy display.

Families are drawn by excellent schools and the peaceful, green environment. The streets are wide and quiet, with homes that prioritise privacy and space. The nearby Lindfield village provides shopping and cafes without disturbing Killara's residential serenity. The demographic is wealthy professional - doctors, lawyers, and executives who value quality of life over display. It's exclusive without being showy.

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
-33.77°, 151.16°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
4.63 km²
Elevation
116m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

1 Werona Avenue Killara • SHR #01762
13 Kalang Avenue Killara • SHR #01793

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$620
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,300
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
10,574
Census 2021
10,620
0.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$49,452
Income 2021
$58,084
17.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,375
Born Overseas 4,944

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 1,467
  • 2. England 453
  • 3. Hong Kong 428
  • 4. South Korea 282
  • 5. India 233
  • 6. South Africa 194
  • 7. Malaysia 176
  • 8. New Zealand 153
  • 9. Singapore 106
  • 10. United States 100
  • 11. Taiwan 97
  • 12. Iran 94
  • 13. Japan 89
  • 14. Sri Lanka 84
  • 15. Indonesia 77

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 3,303
English 2,627
Australian 2,072
Irish 798
Scottish 730
Korean 443
Indian 399
German 252
Italian 181
Dutch 130

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,751
Both parents born in Australia
6,307
Both parents born overseas
1,226
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
43.7%
Christianity
40.7%
Buddhism
3.9%
Hinduism
2.8%
Judaism
1.8%
Islam
1.3%
Sikhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
425 (4.0%)
5-14 years
1,502 (14.1%)
15-19 years
833 (7.8%)
20-24 years
660 (6.2%)
25-34 years
893 (8.4%)
35-44 years
1,377 (13.0%)
45-54 years
1,640 (15.4%)
55-64 years
1,292 (12.2%)
65-74 years
984 (9.3%)
75-84 years
651 (6.1%)
85+ years
366 (3.4%)

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