Putney
NSW 2112 • Greater Sydney
About Putney
Putney is an affluent residential suburb on the Putney Peninsula in Sydney's inner north, bounded by the Parramatta River to the south and the Lane Cove River to the north, approximately 15 kilometres from the Sydney CBD within the City of Ryde local government area. With a population of 4,097 and a median age of 44, the suburb has an established, mature demographic — the majority of residents are married families, and median household income of $3,053 per week places it firmly among Sydney's more prosperous communities. Housing stock is dominated by detached houses and prestige properties, with median monthly mortgage repayments exceeding $3,400.
Putney's riverside setting gives it a distinctly relaxed, village character with access to scenic walking trails, water views, and a ferry wharf connecting to the Parramatta River network. The suburb has strong Italian, Chinese, Lebanese, and Eastern European communities, lending it a rich cultural diversity. Bus services connect residents to Meadowbank and Rhodes stations for city rail access, and the Putney ferry wharf provides a scenic alternative commute. Well-regarded local schools and proximity to the Lane Cove National Park and Meadowbank precinct complete Putney's appeal as a prestigious yet peaceful riverside address.
Putney falls under postcode 2112 and is governed by Ryde Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lane Cove electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 506, Route 549 — Sydney CBD (Wynyard/QVB) 40-55 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ No train station in Putney; bus to Meadowbank or Rhodes, or use Putney Wharf ferry to Parramatta River destinations
Limited local retail; most errands require a car or bus, though the ferry wharf and riverside paths offer pleasant non-car alternatives
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Ryde Secondary College ICSEA 11029809 4894 5 Malvina St
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517 Victoria Road
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Thistle St
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65 Lane Cove Road and Dobson Cres
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Putney Public School ICSEA 11149807 6255 Morrison Rd
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Putney, 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 Putney by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Putney Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Putney" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
3 state housing + 5 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 254
- 2. Italy 93
- 3. England 84
- 4. India 51
- 5. New Zealand 51
- 6. Hong Kong 50
- 7. Lebanon 49
- 8. Vietnam 46
- 9. Malaysia 33
- 10. Egypt 31
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)