Carlingford
NSW 2118 • Greater Sydney
About Carlingford
Carlingford is a leafy, elevated suburb in Sydney's north-west, where over 28,000 residents enjoy family-focused living amid established homes and excellent schools. While the anticipated Light Rail didn't eventuate, bus connections to Epping and Parramatta remain solid, and the suburb's position in The Hills education corridor keeps it highly sought after. The rolling terrain provides many properties with pleasant district views.
Carlingford Court handles local shopping needs, while Carlingford Village offers boutique alternatives. The James Ruse Agricultural High School draws academically gifted students from across Sydney, cementing the suburb's education-focused reputation. Parks and bushland provide recreational opportunities, and the community has a distinctly family-oriented feel. Carlingford attracts families who prioritise schooling above all else, often from Asian backgrounds, willing to trade transport convenience for educational advantage.
Carlingford falls under postcode 2118 and is governed by Parramatta Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Epping electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths801-809 Pennant Hills Road Carlingford 2118 NSW
Schools
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Cumberland High School ICSEA 1060183 Pennant Hills Rd
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Carlingford High School ICSEA 1111North Rocks Rd
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Carlingford Public School ICSEA 1109Rickard St
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Carlingford West Public School ICSEA 1119Felton Rd
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James Ruse Agricultural High School ICSEA 1222Felton Rd
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Murray Farm Public School ICSEA 1142Tracey Ave
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Roselea Public School ICSEA 1112North Rocks Rd
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543 North Rocks Road
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Carlingford, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. China 5,453
- 2. Hong Kong 1,376
- 3. India 1,376
- 4. South Korea 1,273
- 5. Pakistan 564
- 6. Iran 506
- 7. Malaysia 476
- 8. Sri Lanka 426
- 9. Philippines 392
- 10. England 333
- 11. Vietnam 246
- 12. New Zealand 230
- 13. Indonesia 229
- 14. Taiwan 197
- 15. Bangladesh 154
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)