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Denistone East

NSW 2112 • Greater Sydney

2,292
Population (2021)
$126,048
Median Household Income
0.70 km²
Area
$650/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyInner WestQuietEstablishedMulticultural

About Denistone East

Denistone East is a compact, quiet suburb approximately 16 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD, situated within the City of Ryde local government area. Gazetted as a suburb in its own right in February 1999, it covers just 0.7 square kilometres and has a population of approximately 2,292 residents as of the 2021 census, making it one of the smaller suburbs in the Ryde municipality. The suburb sits at around 80 metres elevation and is bordered by the larger suburbs of Eastwood, Denistone, and West Ryde. It has a predominantly settled, residential character with a mix of older brick homes and some newer medium-density dwellings.

Denistone East benefits from its proximity to the well-serviced Eastwood shopping precinct, which offers supermarkets, specialty stores, Asian cuisine restaurants, and a range of professional services. Nearby West Ryde and Meadowbank also provide additional retail and dining options. The suburb is popular with families and professionals, many of Asian heritage — reflecting the broader demographic character of the Ryde LGA. Its relatively high median income reflects the suburb's appeal to established professionals. Residents enjoy easy access to parklands, the Lane Cove River area, and quality schools in the Ryde catchment.

Denistone East falls under postcode 2112 and is governed by Ryde Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ryde electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2112
Urban Area
Hunters Hill - Ryde
LGA / Council
Ryde
Federal Electorate
Bennelong
State Electorate
Ryde
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.80°, 151.10°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.70 km²
Elevation
86m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Denistone East for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$2.53M
33 sales · ▲ 5.9% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.76M
16 sales · ▲ 3.1% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$650
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,974
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.8%

6 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

West Ryde
1 km
~12 min
Eastwood
1.2 km
~15 min
Denistone
1.5 km
~18 min

Bus Services

  • 510,511 — Ryde / Epping / Parramatta ~15–25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
16 km
By Train
~30–40 min (West Ryde or Eastwood Station)
By Bus
~45–55 min via multiple routes
By Car (Peak)
~30–50 min via M2 or Victoria Road
By Car (Off-Peak)
~20–30 min

🛣️ Denistone East is well-positioned between two train lines (T1 at Eastwood and T9 at West Ryde), offering good access to the CBD and Parramatta.

Walkability Very Walkable

Denistone East's small size and central location mean most residents can walk to nearby train stations, buses, and the Eastwood shopping district. Good footpath connectivity throughout the suburb.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Hermitage and Garden
1-13 Pennant Avenue Denistone • SHR #00777

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Ryde Local Government Area, which contains Denistone East. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
159.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.1%
Motor vehicle theft
76.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
205.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
3.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
219.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.7%
View all 62 offence types for Ryde →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,250
Census 2021
2,292
▲ 1.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$39,052
Personal Income 2021
$45,708
▲ 17.0% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$45,708 / yr
$879/wk
Household
$126,048 / yr
$2424/wk
Family
$135,824 / yr
$2612/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,239
Born Overseas 996

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 429
  • 2. South Korea 66
  • 3. Hong Kong 58
  • 4. India 47
  • 5. England 43
  • 6. Sri Lanka 42
  • 7. Italy 31
  • 8. Malaysia 26
  • 9. Indonesia 19
  • 10. Iran 18

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 860
Australian 390
English 373
Italian 176
Irish 152
Scottish 103
Korean 99
Indian 59
Lebanese 53
German 36

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

555
Both parents born in Australia
1,443
Both parents born overseas
221
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.7%
No Religion
41.0%
Buddhism
4.4%
Hinduism
3.1%
Islam
1.0%
Judaism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
117 (5.1%)
5-14 years
361 (15.8%)
15-19 years
144 (6.3%)
20-24 years
124 (5.4%)
25-34 years
178 (7.8%)
35-44 years
361 (15.8%)
45-54 years
289 (12.6%)
55-64 years
325 (14.2%)
65-74 years
241 (10.5%)
75-84 years
98 (4.3%)
85+ years
61 (2.7%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Denistone East known for? +

Denistone East benefits from its proximity to the well-serviced Eastwood shopping precinct, which offers supermarkets, specialty stores, Asian cuisine restaurants, and a range of professional services.

How far is Denistone East from Sydney CBD? +

Denistone East is approximately 16 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~30–50 min via M2 or Victoria Road in peak hour and ~20–30 min off-peak.

Does Denistone East have public transport? +

The nearest train station is West Ryde (1 km away, approximately ~12 min walk) on the T9 Northern Line. Bus services include 510,511, running to Ryde / Epping / Parramatta in approximately ~15–25 min.

What is the population of Denistone East? +

According to the 2021 Census, Denistone East has a population of 2,292 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Denistone East a good place to live? +

Denistone East is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Nearby West Ryde and Meadowbank also provide additional retail and dining options.

What is the postcode for Denistone East? +

The postcode for Denistone East is 2112. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Denistone East? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Denistone East is about $879 per week (around $45,700 per year). The median household income is $2,424 per week and the median family income is $2,612 per week.

What is the median house price in Denistone East? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,530,000, up 5.9% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,765,000, up 3.1% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Denistone East? +

The median age in Denistone East is 41. The largest age group is 5–14 (361 residents, around 16%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 17% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Denistone East a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Denistone East is part of the Ryde LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Denistone East? +

In Denistone East, the median weekly rent is $650, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,974 (2021 Census).