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Gordon

NSW 2072 • Greater Sydney

8,795
Population (2021)
$127,920
Median Household Income
3.79 km²
Area
$577/wk
Median Rent
AffluentFamily-FriendlyMulticulturalLeafyWell-Connected

About Gordon

Gordon is an affluent suburb on Sydney's Upper North Shore, located approximately 14 kilometres north of the CBD within the Ku-ring-gai local government area. With a population of around 8,800, it has a median age of 39 and a notably multicultural community, with significant Chinese, Korean, and English heritage residents. The suburb sits at an elevation of 117 metres and is characterised by leafy, tree-lined streets with a mix of heritage homes and modern apartments.

Gordon offers a vibrant village centre along the Pacific Highway with cafes, restaurants, specialty shops, and essential services including Woolworths. The suburb is home to several heritage-listed sites including the beautiful Eryldene garden and Gordon Public School. Families are drawn to the area for its excellent public and private schools, while professionals appreciate the direct train access to the CBD. The community enjoys nearby bushwalking trails and parks within the Ku-ring-gai bushland.

Gordon falls under postcode 2072 and is governed by Ku-ring-gai Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Davidson electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2072
Urban Area
Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai
LGA / Council
Ku-ring-gai
Federal Electorate
Bradfield
State Electorate
Davidson
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.76°, 151.16°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.79 km²
Elevation
117m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$3.8M
51 sales · ▼ 1.3% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$921K
165 sales · ▲ 2.3% 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)
$577
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,033
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.2%

3 state housing + 4 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gordon
0.3 km
4 min
Pymble
1.2 km
15 min
Killara
1.5 km
18 min
Lindfield
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • 194, 195 — Macquarie University / Park 15-20 min
  • 272 — Mona Vale via St Ives 30 min
  • 196 — Macquarie via Nth Turramurra 20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
14 km
By Train
28-32 min
By Car (Peak)
40-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Direct express trains available during peak hours

Walkability Very Walkable

Gordon village centre is walkable with shops, schools, and the train station within easy reach. Surrounding residential streets are quieter and may require a car for some errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    802-808 Pacific Highway Gordon 2072 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 5 heritage-listed places in or near Gordon, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Eryldene
17 McIntosh Street Gordon • SHR #00019
Gordon Public School
799 Pacific Highway Gordon • SHR #00757
Tulkiyan
707 Pacific Highway Gordon • SHR #01733
Iolanthe
691 Pacific Highway Gordon • SHR #00227
Gordon Railway Station group
Middlemiss Street, Gordon • SHR #01150

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
95.8 / 100k
2yr Down 29.7% 10yr Down 11.2%
Motor vehicle theft
25.7 / 100k
2yr Down 59.8% 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
96.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 5.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
106 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.6%
View all 62 offence types for Ku-ring-gai →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,668
Census 2021
8,795
▲ 14.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$44,564
Personal Income 2021
$55,900
▲ 25.4% 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
$55,900 / yr
$1075/wk
Household
$127,920 / yr
$2460/wk
Family
$152,048 / yr
$2924/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,890
Born Overseas 4,666

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 1,406
  • 2. South Korea 382
  • 3. Hong Kong 373
  • 4. England 313
  • 5. Taiwan 202
  • 6. India 192
  • 7. Iran 191
  • 8. South Africa 181
  • 9. Malaysia 168
  • 10. New Zealand 129

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 3,037
English 1,877
Australian 1,451
Scottish 541
Irish 538
Korean 510
Indian 267
German 222
Italian 138
South African 108

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,885
Both parents born in Australia
5,781
Both parents born overseas
856
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.7%
Christianity
38.0%
Buddhism
4.4%
Hinduism
2.2%
Islam
1.4%
Judaism
1.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
381 (4.3%)
5-14 years
1,122 (12.8%)
15-19 years
633 (7.2%)
20-24 years
558 (6.3%)
25-34 years
1,061 (12.1%)
35-44 years
1,293 (14.7%)
45-54 years
1,325 (15.1%)
55-64 years
1,039 (11.8%)
65-74 years
773 (8.8%)
75-84 years
434 (4.9%)
85+ years
187 (2.1%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gordon known for? +

Gordon offers a vibrant village centre along the Pacific Highway with cafes, restaurants, specialty shops, and essential services including Woolworths.

How far is Gordon from Sydney CBD? +

Gordon is approximately 14 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 40-55 min in peak hour and 20-25 min off-peak.

Does Gordon have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Gordon (0.3 km away, approximately 4 min walk) on the T1 North Shore Line. Bus services include 194, 195, running to Macquarie University / Park in approximately 15-20 min.

What is the population of Gordon? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gordon has a population of 8,795 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Gordon a good place to live? +

Gordon is well-suited to families and those seeking an upmarket lifestyle, offering a leafy, nature-connected lifestyle in NSW. The suburb is home to several heritage-listed sites including the beautiful Eryldene garden and Gordon Public School.

What is the postcode for Gordon? +

The postcode for Gordon is 2072. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Gordon? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Gordon is about $1,075 per week (around $55,900 per year). The median household income is $2,460 per week and the median family income is $2,924 per week.

What is the median house price in Gordon? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $3,800,000, down 1.3% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $921,000, up 2.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Gordon? +

The median age in Gordon is 39. The largest age group is 45–54 (1,325 residents, around 15%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Gordon a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gordon is part of the Ku-ring-gai 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 Gordon? +

In Gordon, the median weekly rent is $577, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,033 (2021 Census).