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Killarney Heights

NSW 2087 • Greater Sydney

4,502
Population (2021)
$178,152
Median Household Income
4.24 km²
Area
$923/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyLeafy SuburbSydney NorthEstablished

About Killarney Heights

Killarney Heights is a leafy Northern Beaches suburb in Sydney's north, around 12 km from the CBD. It has a stable family-oriented population and a suburban character shaped by detached homes, bushland edges and elevated streets. The suburb sits near Middle Harbour and Garigal National Park, giving it strong natural amenity. It is known for a quiet residential feel while still being connected to major employment centres.

Lifestyle in Killarney Heights is popular with families due to local schools, parks and nearby shopping and dining in Forestville, Chatswood and surrounding centres. Residents enjoy easy access to bushwalking areas and harbour-side recreation. Bus services are strong for commuting to Chatswood and the city, while car travel remains common for cross-suburban trips. The area appeals to established households seeking space, greenery and good education options.

Killarney Heights falls under postcode 2087 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wakehurst electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2087
Urban Area
Manly - Warringah
LGA / Council
Northern Beaches
Federal Electorate
Mackellar
State Electorate
Wakehurst
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.77°, 151.22°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
4.24 km²
Elevation
105m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$2.8M
55 sales · ▲ 12% 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)
$923
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,500
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
43 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Chatswood Station
8.5 km
Not practical
Roseville Station
7.5 km
Not practical

Bus Services

  • 160X, 273, 283, 284 — Sydney CBD / Chatswood / Warringah Mall 20-45 min depending on destination
  • 280 series local services — Forestville, Dee Why and nearby hubs 10-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
12 km
By Train
Typically via bus/drive to Chatswood then train/metro
By Bus
~35-55 min on express services
By Car (Peak)
30-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-30 min

🛣️ Express buses provide direct city access; rail connections are close via Chatswood.

Walkability Moderate

Good local amenity and schools, though many commutes and larger errands rely on bus or car.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Bantry Bay Explosives Depot
Killarney Heights • SHR #00977

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
62 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.9%
Motor vehicle theft
55.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.5%
Non-DV assault
204.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
4.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
130.4 / 100k
2yr Down 23.8% 10yr Down 9.1%
View all 62 offence types for Northern Beaches →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,469
Census 2021
4,502
▲ 0.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$43,836
Personal Income 2021
$55,276
▲ 26.1% 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
$55,276 / yr
$1063/wk
Household
$178,152 / yr
$3426/wk
Family
$198,068 / yr
$3809/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,872
Born Overseas 1,584

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 285
  • 2. China 156
  • 3. France 120
  • 4. Hong Kong 95
  • 5. New Zealand 92
  • 6. South Africa 71
  • 7. United States 58
  • 8. Canada 46
  • 9. Iran 43
  • 10. Ireland 36

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,551
Australian 1,278
Chinese 565
Irish 479
Scottish 419
French 251
Italian 166
German 160
South African 87
Greek 84

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,575
Both parents born in Australia
2,101
Both parents born overseas
781
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.8%
No Religion
43.3%
Buddhism
1.6%
Hinduism
0.6%
Judaism
0.6%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
206 (4.6%)
5-14 years
786 (17.5%)
15-19 years
412 (9.2%)
20-24 years
277 (6.2%)
25-34 years
192 (4.3%)
35-44 years
499 (11.1%)
45-54 years
804 (17.9%)
55-64 years
584 (13.0%)
65-74 years
333 (7.4%)
75-84 years
289 (6.4%)
85+ years
119 (2.6%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Killarney Heights known for? +

Killarney Heights is a leafy Northern Beaches suburb in Sydney's north, around 12 km from the CBD. It has a stable family-oriented population and a suburban character shaped by detached homes, bushland edges and elevated streets.

How far is Killarney Heights from Sydney CBD? +

Killarney Heights is approximately 12 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around 30-50 min during peak hour and 20-30 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately Typically via bus/drive to Chatswood then train/metro.

Does Killarney Heights have public transport? +

Killarney Heights is served by Chatswood Station station (8.5 km, approximately Not practical walk) on the Sydney Trains T1 North Shore Line, T9 Northern Line, Metro interchange. Local bus services including 160X, 273, 283, 284 also connect residents to Sydney CBD / Chatswood / Warringah Mall.

What is the population of Killarney Heights? +

According to the 2021 Census, Killarney Heights has a population of approximately 4,502 residents.

Is Killarney Heights a good place to live? +

Killarney Heights is considered a good place for families, with a suburban setting and access to schools, parks, and local services. Its community character makes it appealing to households at various life stages.

What is the postcode for Killarney Heights? +

The postcode for Killarney Heights in NSW is 2087.

What is the average income in Killarney Heights? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Killarney Heights is about $1,063 per week (around $55,300 per year). The median household income is $3,426 per week and the median family income is $3,809 per week.

What is the median house price in Killarney Heights? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,800,000, up 12% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Killarney Heights? +

The median age in Killarney Heights is 43. The largest age group is 45–54 (804 residents, around 18%). Around 31% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Killarney Heights a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Killarney Heights is part of the Northern Beaches 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 Killarney Heights? +

In Killarney Heights, the median weekly rent is $923, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,500 (2021 Census).