Linley Point
NSW 2066 • New South Wales
About Linley Point
Linley Point is an affluent, leafy peninsula suburb on Sydney's Upper North Shore, situated within the Lane Cove local government area at coordinates approximately 33.8° S. With a population of around 380 residents across just 0.2 square kilometres, it is one of Sydney's smallest and most exclusive suburbs, characterised by elevated bushland blocks with water views over Lane Cove River. The suburb enjoys a peaceful, village-like atmosphere while remaining within 12 km of the Sydney CBD.
The suburb is prized for its pristine bushland setting, Lane Cove National Park proximity, and water views from many properties. Residents typically drive or catch a bus to neighbouring suburbs for shopping, with Lane Cove Village only minutes away offering boutique retail, restaurants and cafés. Linley Point attracts high-income professionals and families who value privacy, nature and easy access to top private schools in the North Shore corridor.
Linley Point falls under postcode 2066 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Willoughby electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 252 — Gladesville to City (King Street Wharf) via North Sydney ~35 min to City
- 255,257 — Lane Cove to Chatswood / City ~30 min to Chatswood
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ No train station within walking distance. Bus services connect to Chatswood and the City. Car is the most common option for residents.
Quiet residential streets with limited walkable amenities. Bus access to Lane Cove Village and Chatswood provides connectivity but driving is common.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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205 Longueville Road
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115 Tambourine Bay Road
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Lane Cove Public School ICSEA 1178Austin St & Longueville Rd
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Lane Cove West Public School ICSEA 11639427 4743 Avalon Ave
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Mowbray Public School ICSEA 11439428 3200 635 Mowbray Road
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Riverview Road
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187 Longueville Road
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 Linley Point by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Linley Point Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Linley Point" under Suburb