Pennant Hills

NSW 2120 • Greater Sydney

7,588
Population (2021)
$49,504
Median Income
6.12 km²
Area
168m
Elevation

About Pennant Hills

Pennant Hills is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Hornsby (Area) area. With a population of 7,588 and a median income of $49,504, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 6.12 km² at an elevation of 168m, 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. Pennant Hills delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Pennant Hills falls under postcode 2120 and is governed by Hornsby Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wahroonga electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2120
Urban Area
Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.74°, 151.08°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
6.12 km²
Elevation
168m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Harris Farm Markets
    Pennant Hills Market Place-4 - 10 Hillcrest Rd, Pennant Hills NSW 2120

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$500
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,700
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,287
Census 2021
7,588
4.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$43,472
Income 2021
$49,504
13.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,326
Born Overseas 3,085

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 636
  • 2. India 336
  • 3. England 239
  • 4. South Korea 218
  • 5. Hong Kong 214
  • 6. Sri Lanka 114
  • 7. Philippines 106
  • 8. South Africa 86
  • 9. New Zealand 85
  • 10. Malaysia 81
  • 11. Iran 69
  • 12. Lebanon 63
  • 13. United States 52
  • 14. Taiwan 50
  • 15. Vietnam 42

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,017
Australian 1,860
Chinese 1,444
Irish 716
Scottish 661
Indian 443
Korean 297
Lebanese 197
German 159
Italian 141

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,560
Both parents born in Australia
3,906
Both parents born overseas
872
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.8%
No Religion
36.7%
Hinduism
4.8%
Buddhism
3.3%
Islam
1.9%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
328 (4.3%)
5-14 years
977 (12.9%)
15-19 years
482 (6.4%)
20-24 years
502 (6.6%)
25-34 years
701 (9.2%)
35-44 years
1,015 (13.4%)
45-54 years
1,102 (14.5%)
55-64 years
1,063 (14.0%)
65-74 years
763 (10.1%)
75-84 years
460 (6.1%)
85+ years
196 (2.6%)

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