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Willoughby East

NSW 2068 • Greater Sydney

1,864
Population (2021)
$60,060
Median Income
0.56 km²
Area
$873/wk
Median Rent
AffluentFamily-FriendlyLeafyEstablishedSuburban

About Willoughby East

Willoughby East is a small, affluent residential suburb on Sydney's Lower North Shore, located approximately 9 kilometres north of the Sydney CBD within the City of Willoughby council area. With a 2021 Census population of 1,864 spread across just 0.56 square kilometres, it is one of the more compact and tightly held suburbs on the North Shore. The median household income of $4,536 per week is substantially above the national average, reflecting the suburb's prestige status, and the median age of 42 points to a community dominated by established families and experienced professionals.

Willoughby East borders the larger suburb of Willoughby and sits within easy reach of Chatswood's major shopping, dining, and entertainment precinct, as well as Artarmon's commercial and retail strip. The suburb is well-served by bus routes connecting to Chatswood and the Sydney CBD, with Artarmon train station on the T1 North Shore Line approximately 1.5 kilometres away. Well-regarded public and private schools — including Willoughby Public School, Loreto Normanhurst and nearby Chatswood High School — make it highly sought-after by families. Tree-lined streets, generous blocks, and a quiet neighbourhood character give Willoughby East a refined, residential feel that belies its proximity to the city.

Willoughby East falls under postcode 2068 and is governed by Willoughby Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Willoughby electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2068
Urban Area
Lane Cove - Willoughby
LGA / Council
Willoughby
Federal Electorate
Bradfield
State Electorate
Willoughby
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.80°, 151.21°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.56 km²
Elevation
83m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Artarmon
1.5 km
18 min
Chatswood
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • Route 273, 274, 276 — Chatswood / Sydney CBD (Wynyard) 20–35 min to Wynyard

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
9 km
By Train
Approx. 20–25 min to Wynyard via T1 North Shore Line from Artarmon (1.5 km walk)
By Car (Peak)
25–40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15–20 min

🛣️ Bus routes to CBD and Chatswood available; Pacific Highway and Military Road are the main arterials.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local streets are pleasant for walking and the suburb is bikeable to Chatswood, but most shopping and services require a trip to Chatswood or Artarmon.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Willoughby East by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Willoughby East Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Willoughby East" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$873
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$4,219
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
42 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,822
Census 2021
1,864
▲ 2.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$56,628
Income 2021
$60,060
▲ 6.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,363
Born Overseas 489

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 69
  • 2. China 51
  • 3. New Zealand 45
  • 4. Hong Kong 37
  • 5. South Africa 22
  • 6. Malaysia 20
  • 7. Italy 16
  • 8. Japan 15
  • 9. United States 15
  • 10. Singapore 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 644
Australian 615
Irish 250
Chinese 233
Scottish 197
Italian 95
German 56
Greek 38
New Zealander 30
Dutch 26

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

899
Both parents born in Australia
642
Both parents born overseas
308
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.9%
No Religion
38.1%
Buddhism
2.1%
Judaism
1.7%
Hinduism
1.0%
Islam
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
105 (5.6%)
5-14 years
360 (19.3%)
15-19 years
153 (8.2%)
20-24 years
82 (4.4%)
25-34 years
90 (4.8%)
35-44 years
255 (13.7%)
45-54 years
326 (17.5%)
55-64 years
218 (11.7%)
65-74 years
171 (9.2%)
75-84 years
78 (4.2%)
85+ years
32 (1.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Willoughby East known for? +

Willoughby East is known as one of Sydney's most tightly held and prestigious Lower North Shore suburbs, prized for its quiet, tree-lined streets, proximity to Chatswood, and excellent school catchments within the City of Willoughby.

How far is Willoughby East from Sydney CBD? +

Willoughby East is approximately 9 kilometres north of the Sydney CBD, a drive of around 15–25 minutes off-peak or 25–40 minutes in peak hour traffic.

Does Willoughby East have public transport? +

Willoughby East is served by bus routes connecting to Chatswood and the Sydney CBD. Artarmon train station on the T1 North Shore Line is approximately 1.5 kilometres away, and Chatswood station (with both train and Metro) is about 2 kilometres away.

What is the population of Willoughby East? +

According to the 2021 Census, Willoughby East has a population of 1,864, making it a small but established residential suburb covering just 0.56 square kilometres on Sydney's North Shore.

Is Willoughby East a good place to live? +

Willoughby East is highly regarded for its quiet, leafy character and strong family appeal, with excellent access to Chatswood's shops and entertainment, North Shore schools, and easy CBD commutes. Its compact size and prestige make it one of the more exclusive pockets of the City of Willoughby.

What is the postcode for Willoughby East? +

The postcode for Willoughby East, NSW is 2068, which it shares with neighbouring North Willoughby.