Wollstonecraft

NSW 2065 • Greater Sydney

8,115
Population (2021)
$82,680
Median Income
1.20 km²
Area
55m
Elevation
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About Wollstonecraft

Wollstonecraft is an affluent harbourside suburb on Sydney's Lower North Shore, located just 3 kilometres north of the CBD in the North Sydney local government area. With a population of approximately 8,100, it has a median age of 38 and notably high incomes, reflecting its professional demographic. The suburb is known for its leafy, hilly streets, heritage architecture, and stunning harbour views.

The suburb offers a quiet, village-like atmosphere despite its proximity to the bustling North Sydney business district. Residents enjoy beautiful bushland walks through Balls Head Reserve, local cafés, and excellent harbour access. Wollstonecraft attracts young professionals, couples, and downsizers who value premium inner-city living with a tranquil, established neighbourhood feel.

Wollstonecraft falls under postcode 2065 and is governed by North Sydney Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the North Shore electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2065
Urban Area
Mosman - North Sydney
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.83°, 151.20°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.20 km²
Elevation
55m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wollstonecraft Station
0.3 km
4 min
Waverton Station
0.8 km
10 min
St Leonards Station
1.2 km
15 min
Crows Nest Metro Station
2.7 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • 261 — North Sydney to Lane Cove 10 min
  • 265 — Milsons Point to Lane Cove 15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
3 km
By Train
7-10 min to Wynyard
By Bus
10-15 min
By Car (Peak)
10-20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5-10 min

🛣️ Excellent train access with Wollstonecraft Station in the suburb; one of the best-connected North Shore suburbs

Walkability Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Hilly terrain but excellent access to shops, cafés, and transport along Shirley Road.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Wollstonecraft, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Wollstonecraft & Greenwich • SHR #02075

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$576
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,711
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,323
Census 2021
8,115
2.5% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$72,176
Income 2021
$82,680
14.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,579
Born Overseas 3,380

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 523
  • 2. China 320
  • 3. India 217
  • 4. New Zealand 212
  • 5. Hong Kong 191
  • 6. South Africa 181
  • 7. United States 102
  • 8. Japan 94
  • 9. Philippines 93
  • 10. Malaysia 90
  • 11. Brazil 69
  • 12. South Korea 59
  • 13. Ireland 51
  • 14. Thailand 48
  • 15. Iran 47

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,628
Australian 1,922
Chinese 1,076
Irish 1,071
Scottish 774
German 324
Indian 297
Italian 277
Filipino 144
Dutch 120

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,623
Both parents born in Australia
4,119
Both parents born overseas
1,154
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.4%
Christianity
38.3%
Buddhism
2.7%
Hinduism
2.7%
Judaism
1.3%
Islam
0.6%
Sikhism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
441 (5.4%)
5-14 years
606 (7.5%)
15-19 years
216 (2.7%)
20-24 years
424 (5.2%)
25-34 years
1,751 (21.6%)
35-44 years
1,539 (19.0%)
45-54 years
1,059 (13.0%)
55-64 years
769 (9.5%)
65-74 years
747 (9.2%)
75-84 years
429 (5.3%)
85+ years
139 (1.7%)

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