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Fiddletown

NSW 2159 • New South Wales

259
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
69.41 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableRetirees
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About Fiddletown

Fiddletown is a small rural locality in Sydney's north-western outskirts, located approximately 39 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD within Hornsby Shire. Despite its Sydney metropolitan postcode, the suburb is largely rural in character, covering 69 square kilometres of rolling bushland and semi-rural properties. The 2021 Census recorded a population of just 259 people, making it one of the least densely settled areas in Greater Sydney.

Life in Fiddletown is defined by its rural tranquillity — large acreage blocks, horse properties and bush retreats attract those seeking a quiet lifestyle within a reasonable drive of Sydney. The area sits at around 210 metres elevation and borders the Hawkesbury region, offering scenic bushland and a genuine escape from suburban density. Residents are predominantly car-dependent and drive to nearby centres such as Dural or Wisemans Ferry for services and shopping.

Fiddletown falls under postcode 2159 and is governed by the Hornsby Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Berowra, while state elections fall under the Hornsby electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2159
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hornsby
Federal Electorate
Berowra
State Electorate
Hornsby
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.54°, 151.08°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
69.41 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$4.54M
5 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2159

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2159, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,414
Median 2023–24
$60,478
▲ 20.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$93,849

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2159; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Berowra Station
18 km
N/A (drive)

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
55 km
By Train
75-90 min via Berowra Station to Central
By Car (Peak)
70-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50 min

🛣️ Entirely car-dependent to reach train services; no local bus routes

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or public transport; car essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
259
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
72.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 9.3%
Motor vehicle theft
43.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
135 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
7.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
101.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.8%
View all 62 offence types for Hornsby →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fiddletown part of Sydney? +

Yes, Fiddletown falls within the Greater Sydney metropolitan area and Hornsby Shire LGA, though it is predominantly rural in character with very low population density.

How far is Fiddletown from Sydney CBD? +

Fiddletown is approximately 39 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD. The drive to the city takes around 50–90 minutes depending on traffic.

What is the population of Fiddletown? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 259 people in Fiddletown, making it one of the least populated localities in the Greater Sydney region.

What is the nearest train station to Fiddletown? +

The nearest train station is Berowra on the T1 North Shore & Western Line, approximately 18 kilometres away, requiring a short drive to access.

What is the median house price in Fiddletown? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $4,539,988. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Fiddletown a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Fiddletown is part of the Hornsby 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.