Killarney Heights

NSW 2087 • Greater Sydney

4,502
Population (2021)
$55,276
Median Income
4.24 km²
Area
105m
Elevation

About Killarney Heights

Killarney Heights is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Northern Beaches (Area) area. With a population of 4,502 and a median income of $55,276, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 4.24 km² at an elevation of 105m, 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. Killarney Heights delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Killarney Heights falls under postcode 2087 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wakehurst electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2087
Urban Area
Manly - Warringah
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.77°, 151.22°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
4.24 km²
Elevation
105m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Killarney Heights, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Killarney Heights • SHR #00977

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$923
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,500
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,469
Census 2021
4,502
0.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$43,836
Income 2021
$55,276
26.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,872
Born Overseas 1,584

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 285
  • 2. China 156
  • 3. France 120
  • 4. Hong Kong 95
  • 5. New Zealand 92
  • 6. South Africa 71
  • 7. United States 58
  • 8. Canada 46
  • 9. Iran 43
  • 10. Ireland 36
  • 11. Japan 33
  • 12. Malaysia 30
  • 13. Taiwan 29
  • 14. Scotland 28
  • 15. Germany 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,551
Australian 1,278
Chinese 565
Irish 479
Scottish 419
French 251
Italian 166
German 160
South African 87
Greek 84

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,575
Both parents born in Australia
2,101
Both parents born overseas
781
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.8%
No Religion
43.3%
Buddhism
1.6%
Hinduism
0.6%
Judaism
0.6%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
206 (4.6%)
5-14 years
786 (17.5%)
15-19 years
412 (9.2%)
20-24 years
277 (6.2%)
25-34 years
192 (4.3%)
35-44 years
499 (11.1%)
45-54 years
804 (17.9%)
55-64 years
584 (13.0%)
65-74 years
333 (7.4%)
75-84 years
289 (6.4%)
85+ years
119 (2.6%)

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