Normanhurst
NSW 2076 • Greater Sydney
About Normanhurst
Normanhurst is a leafy residential suburb on Sydney's Upper North Shore, situated within the Hornsby Shire approximately 22 kilometres north of the CBD at an elevation of around 180 metres. Home to about 5,400 residents across 2.2 square kilometres, it is a well-established area characterised by large family homes set on generous blocks amid tree-lined streets. The median household income is significantly above the Sydney average, reflecting its appeal to established professionals and families seeking a quieter, bush-adjacent lifestyle.
Normanhurst is served by Normanhurst railway station on the Main North Line, giving residents a straightforward commute to the city. The suburb borders Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park's outer reaches and enjoys proximity to bushwalking tracks and reserves. Residents are served by a strong network of public and private schools, including the well-regarded Normanhurst Boys High School. The community has a multicultural flavour, with notable Chinese, Indian, and Korean-born populations alongside its largely Anglo-Australian base.
Normanhurst falls under postcode 2076 and is governed by Hornsby Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wahroonga electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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91-93 Pennant Hills Road
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Normanhurst Boys High School ICSEA 1207Pennant Hills Rd
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Normanhurst Public School ICSEA 11399489 1152 2 Normanhurst Rd
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22 Woonona Avenue
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1666 Pacific Highway
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2 Borambil Street
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16 Woolcott Avenue
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181 Fox Valley Road
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61 Coonanbarra Road
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Billyard Avenue
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5 Water Street
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60 Burns Road
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Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Normanhurst, 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 Normanhurst by offence type, year and trend.
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Housing 2021 Census
65 state housing + 24 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 383
- 2. India 235
- 3. England 229
- 4. South Korea 91
- 5. New Zealand 80
- 6. South Africa 78
- 7. Philippines 75
- 8. Hong Kong 70
- 9. Iran 53
- 10. Malaysia 40
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)