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Greenwich

NSW 2065 • Greater Sydney

5,469
Population (2021)
$153,192
Median Household Income
1.66 km²
Area
$550/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyHarbour ViewsLeafyAffluentFerry Access

About Greenwich

Greenwich is an affluent residential suburb on Sydney's Lower North Shore, located approximately 7 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD within the Municipality of Lane Cove. The suburb occupies a scenic peninsula on the northern side of Sydney Harbour at the entrance to the Lane Cove River, giving many streets sweeping harbour and river views. With a population of around 5,469, Greenwich is a tightly-knit community known for its leafy streets, heritage homes, and elevated position above the water.

Greenwich offers a relaxed harbourside lifestyle with a small village shopping strip, cafes, and excellent parks including Shell Park and Manns Point Reserve. The suburb is popular with families and professionals who value proximity to the CBD combined with a quieter, nature-rich setting. A RiverCat ferry service from Greenwich Wharf provides a scenic commute to Circular Quay, while nearby Wollstonecraft and Artarmon stations offer rail access. Top private and public schools are within easy reach, and the Lane Cove bushland corridor borders the suburb to the north.

Greenwich falls under postcode 2065 and is governed by Lane Cove Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lane Cove electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2065
Urban Area
Lane Cove - Willoughby
LGA / Council
Lane Cove
Federal Electorate
Bennelong
State Electorate
Lane Cove
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.83°, 151.19°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.66 km²
Elevation
44m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$3.74M
44 sales · ▼ 5.9% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$853K
78 sales · ▲ 6% 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)
$550
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,000
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.6%

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wollstonecraft
1.2 km
15 min
Waverton
1.5 km
18 min
Artarmon
1.8 km
22 min
St Leonards
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • 203,207 — Chatswood / St Leonards 10–15 min
  • 265 — Chatswood via Lane Cove 20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
7 km
By Train
~15 min (walk/bus to Wollstonecraft then train)
By Bus
~25–35 min via bus to city
By Car (Peak)
~30–45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~15 min

🛣️ Greenwich Wharf offers a RiverCat ferry service to Circular Quay (~30 min, scenic). Wollstonecraft and Waverton stations are the closest rail options.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

A walkable village centre with cafes and shops, excellent harbour and bushland walks, but hilly terrain makes some areas challenging on foot. Car or ferry useful for broader errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 4 heritage-listed places in or near Greenwich, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Railway electricity tunnel under Sydney Harbour
Birchgrove / Greenwich • SHR #01231
Northwood House & Cottage
1 Private Road Northwood • SHR #00440
Pallister
95 River Road Greenwich • SHR #00574
Badangi
Wollstonecraft & Greenwich • SHR #02075

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
166.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
51.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
101 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
129.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.5%
View all 62 offence types for Lane Cove →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,613
Census 2021
5,469
▼ 2.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$62,660
Personal Income 2021
$75,764
▲ 20.9% 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
$75,764 / yr
$1457/wk
Household
$153,192 / yr
$2946/wk
Family
$209,768 / yr
$4034/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,429
Born Overseas 1,865

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 305
  • 2. China 157
  • 3. India 128
  • 4. New Zealand 123
  • 5. United States 80
  • 6. South Africa 73
  • 7. Hong Kong 64
  • 8. Philippines 56
  • 9. Malaysia 54
  • 10. Iran 46

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,854
Australian 1,516
Irish 740
Scottish 640
Chinese 573
Indian 208
German 195
Italian 156
French 80
Greek 76

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,149
Both parents born in Australia
2,301
Both parents born overseas
825
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
44.1%
Christianity
42.1%
Hinduism
3.3%
Buddhism
2.3%
Judaism
0.9%
Islam
0.9%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
244 (4.5%)
5-14 years
657 (12.0%)
15-19 years
292 (5.3%)
20-24 years
309 (5.7%)
25-34 years
695 (12.7%)
35-44 years
739 (13.5%)
45-54 years
777 (14.2%)
55-64 years
655 (12.0%)
65-74 years
580 (10.6%)
75-84 years
359 (6.6%)
85+ years
171 (3.1%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Greenwich known for? +

Greenwich offers a relaxed harbourside lifestyle with a small village shopping strip, cafes, and excellent parks including Shell Park and Manns Point Reserve.

How far is Greenwich from Sydney CBD? +

Greenwich is approximately 7 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~30–45 min in peak hour and ~15 min off-peak.

Does Greenwich have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Wollstonecraft (1.2 km away, approximately 15 min walk) on the North Shore Line (T1). Bus services include 203,207, running to Chatswood / St Leonards in approximately 10–15 min.

What is the population of Greenwich? +

According to the 2021 Census, Greenwich has a population of 5,469 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Greenwich a good place to live? +

Greenwich is well-suited to families and those seeking an upmarket lifestyle, offering a leafy, nature-connected lifestyle in NSW. The suburb is popular with families and professionals who value proximity to the CBD combined with a quieter, nature-rich setting.

What is the postcode for Greenwich? +

The postcode for Greenwich is 2065. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Greenwich? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Greenwich is about $1,457 per week (around $75,800 per year). The median household income is $2,946 per week and the median family income is $4,034 per week.

What is the median house price in Greenwich? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $3,744,000, down 5.9% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $852,500, up 6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Greenwich? +

The median age in Greenwich is 42. The largest age group is 45–54 (777 residents, around 14%). Around 22% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Greenwich a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Greenwich is part of the Lane Cove 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 Greenwich? +

In Greenwich, the median weekly rent is $550, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,000 (2021 Census).