Westleigh

NSW 2120 • Greater Sydney

4,501
Population (2021)
$53,144
Median Income
3.82 km²
Area
168m
Elevation

About Westleigh

Westleigh is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Hornsby (Area) area. With a population of 4,501 and a median income of $53,144, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 3.82 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. Westleigh delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Westleigh 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
-33.71°, 151.07°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.82 km²
Elevation
168m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$705
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,000
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,456
Census 2021
4,501
1.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,044
Income 2021
$53,144
20.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,927
Born Overseas 1,510

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 254
  • 2. China 216
  • 3. India 125
  • 4. South Africa 103
  • 5. Hong Kong 69
  • 6. New Zealand 67
  • 7. South Korea 49
  • 8. Malaysia 42
  • 9. Iran 35
  • 10. Lebanon 30
  • 11. Philippines 30
  • 12. Scotland 30
  • 13. United States 29
  • 14. Germany 28
  • 15. Singapore 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,568
Australian 1,387
Chinese 554
Irish 486
Scottish 482
Indian 168
German 156
Italian 155
Lebanese 114
Korean 80

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,819
Both parents born in Australia
1,937
Both parents born overseas
669
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.8%
No Religion
36.0%
Hinduism
3.0%
Buddhism
1.6%
Islam
1.0%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
177 (3.9%)
5-14 years
666 (14.8%)
15-19 years
325 (7.2%)
20-24 years
278 (6.2%)
25-34 years
225 (5.0%)
35-44 years
560 (12.4%)
45-54 years
746 (16.6%)
55-64 years
565 (12.6%)
65-74 years
526 (11.7%)
75-84 years
337 (7.5%)
85+ years
85 (1.9%)

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