Meadowbank
NSW 2114 • Greater Sydney
About Meadowbank
Meadowbank is a compact riverside suburb in Sydney's City of Ryde, located approximately 15 kilometres north-west of the CBD on the northern bank of the Parramatta River. With a population of around 5,089 (2021 Census) spread across just 0.7 square kilometres, it is one of Sydney's more densely settled inner suburbs. The area blends residential apartments, TAFE NSW's large Meadowbank campus, and direct access to the Parramatta River foreshore.
Meadowbank is known for its waterfront high-rise apartments offering sweeping views of the Parramatta River, with cafés and restaurants lining the water's edge along the newly developed precinct. Residents enjoy excellent connectivity via Meadowbank Station on the Main Northern Line, ferry services to Parramatta and the city, and easy bus access. The suburb appeals to students, young professionals, and families drawn to its river lifestyle, green foreshore parks, and proximity to Ryde's commercial centres.
Meadowbank falls under postcode 2114 and is governed by Ryde Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ryde electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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30-32 See St
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53 Maxim Street
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Ermington Public School ICSEA 11179874 4109 Winbourne St
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Marsden High School ICSEA 10509874 6544 8 Rhodes St
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Melrose Park Public School ICSEA 10879874 4669 110 Wharf Rd
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West Ryde Public School ICSEA 11179874 2515 Endeavour St
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 4 heritage-listed places in or near Meadowbank, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Meadowbank by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Meadowbank Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Meadowbank" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
0 state housing + 13 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. China 593
- 2. South Korea 397
- 3. India 310
- 4. Philippines 188
- 5. Hong Kong 145
- 6. Nepal 119
- 7. Iran 91
- 8. Malaysia 77
- 9. England 68
- 10. New Zealand 63
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)