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Galston

NSW 2159 • Greater Sydney

3,195
Population (2021)
$45,500
Median Income
23.56 km²
Area
181m
Elevation
Semi-RuralAcreage LivingVillage CharacterHills DistrictBush Setting

About Galston

Galston is a semi-rural suburb in Sydney's Hills District, 36 kilometres northwest of the CBD in the Hornsby Shire. With a population of around 3,200, this peaceful community retains its agricultural heritage with orchards, nurseries, and hobby farms alongside residential streets. The suburb's elevated position at 200 metres offers bushland views and a distinctly country atmosphere despite being within Greater Sydney.

The lifestyle here blends village charm with rural spaciousness. Galston Village provides local shopping, while the famous Fagan Park offers extensive gardens, playgrounds, and the annual Bushland Shire Festival. The Buddhist Golden Wheel Temple's peach blossom gardens are a spring highlight. Galston attracts families and tree-changers seeking acreage properties, community connection, and escape from suburban density while maintaining reasonable Sydney accessibility via the scenic Galston Gorge road.

Galston falls under postcode 2159 and is governed by Hornsby Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hornsby electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2159
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Hornsby
Federal Electorate
Berowra
State Electorate
Hornsby
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.65°, 151.07°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
23.56 km²
Elevation
181m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Hornsby
10 km
Not walkable
Castle Hill Metro
12 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • 637 — Glenorie to Castle Hill via Round Corner 25-35 min to Castle Hill
  • 638 — Berrilee to Pennant Hills 30 min to Pennant Hills

Commute to Sydney

Distance
36 km
By Train
50-60 min via Hornsby
By Bus
70-90 min via multiple transfers
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 min

🛣️ Car essential for most residents; Galston Gorge is the direct route to Hornsby

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural suburb where car ownership is essential for daily life

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Galston, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Pipe Organ from Bourke Street Congregational Church (former)
School Road Galston • SHR #00382
Bridge over Tunks (Pearces) Creek
Main road 161, Galston • SHR #01478

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$495
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,139
Census 2021
3,195
▲ 1.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$38,012
Income 2021
$45,500
▲ 19.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,478
Born Overseas 638

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 162
  • 2. South Africa 47
  • 3. New Zealand 43
  • 4. Italy 42
  • 5. China 30
  • 6. Germany 21
  • 7. United States 18
  • 8. Lebanon 17
  • 9. India 16
  • 10. Netherlands 16
  • 11. Philippines 15
  • 12. Scotland 14
  • 13. Taiwan 14
  • 14. Fiji 10
  • 15. Iran 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,332
Australian 1,107
Irish 385
Scottish 343
Italian 256
German 134
Lebanese 102
Chinese 82
Dutch 72
Australian Aboriginal 33

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,687
Both parents born in Australia
899
Both parents born overseas
516
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
61.1%
No Religion
32.8%
Islam
0.8%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
129 (4.0%)
5-14 years
432 (13.5%)
15-19 years
236 (7.4%)
20-24 years
153 (4.8%)
25-34 years
253 (7.9%)
35-44 years
327 (10.2%)
45-54 years
443 (13.9%)
55-64 years
443 (13.9%)
65-74 years
362 (11.3%)
75-84 years
264 (8.3%)
85+ years
148 (4.6%)

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