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Lane Cove

NSW 2066 • Greater Sydney

12,363
Population (2021)
$71,604
Median Income
2.58 km²
Area
57m
Elevation
Family-FriendlyLeafy & GreenVillage VibeNorth Shore

About Lane Cove

Lane Cove is a leafy, affluent suburb on Sydney's Lower North Shore, just 7 km from the CBD. It sits along the Lane Cove River, which forms the heart of Lane Cove National Park — one of Sydney's most accessible bushland escapes. The suburb has excellent transport links including the Lane Cove Tunnel and bus services to the city, plus it's close to Chatswood and St Leonards rail stations. The population has grown to over 12,000, and it attracts professionals and families seeking a village atmosphere with urban convenience.

The main village strip along Longueville Road buzzes with cafés, restaurants, boutiques, and everyday services. Lane Cove is well-served by supermarkets including Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, and Harris Farm, and has quality local schools. The median income sits around $70k, reflecting its professional demographic. Weekend life revolves around the river walks, national park trails, and the relaxed café culture. It's a place that balances the peace of tree-lined streets with genuine community spirit — popular with those who want North Shore lifestyle without the stuffiness.

Lane Cove falls under postcode 2066 and is governed by Lane Cove Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lane Cove electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2066
Urban Area
Lane Cove - Willoughby
LGA
Lane Cove
Federal Electorate
Bennelong
State Electorate
Lane Cove
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.82°, 151.17°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.58 km²
Elevation
57m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    2-20 Rosenthal Avenue Lane Cove 2066 NSW
  • Woolworths
    Cnr Longueville Road And Austin Street Lane Cove 2066 NSW
  • ALDI
    2 Rosenthal Avenue, Lane Cove NSW 2066
  • Harris Farm Markets
    56-60 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Carisbrook
334 Burns Bay Road Lane Cove • SHR #00112

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$533
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,905
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
10,817
Census 2021
12,363
▲ 14.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$58,084
Income 2021
$71,604
▲ 23.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,178
Born Overseas 4,827

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 687
  • 2. England 604
  • 3. India 329
  • 4. New Zealand 229
  • 5. South Africa 198
  • 6. Hong Kong 192
  • 7. Malaysia 170
  • 8. Philippines 167
  • 9. Iran 151
  • 10. South Korea 141
  • 11. United States 131
  • 12. Japan 90
  • 13. Ireland 76
  • 14. Thailand 74
  • 15. Indonesia 72

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,593
Australian 3,015
Chinese 1,735
Irish 1,434
Scottish 1,022
Italian 546
Indian 486
German 376
Filipino 246
Korean 218

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,007
Both parents born in Australia
6,129
Both parents born overseas
1,833
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.5%
No Religion
41.2%
Hinduism
3.2%
Buddhism
2.8%
Islam
1.6%
Judaism
1.1%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
853 (6.9%)
5-14 years
1,549 (12.5%)
15-19 years
549 (4.4%)
20-24 years
509 (4.1%)
25-34 years
1,914 (15.5%)
35-44 years
2,374 (19.2%)
45-54 years
1,555 (12.6%)
55-64 years
1,179 (9.5%)
65-74 years
932 (7.5%)
75-84 years
630 (5.1%)
85+ years
312 (2.5%)

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