Mount Kuring-Gai

NSW 2080 • Greater Sydney

1,766
Population (2021)
$49,972
Median Income
10.58 km²
Area
217m
Elevation

About Mount Kuring-Gai

Mount Kuring-Gai is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Hornsby (Area) area. With a population of 1,766 and a median income of $49,972, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 10.58 km² at an elevation of 217m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

Situated at an elevation of 217m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Mount Kuring-Gai offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Mount Kuring-Gai falls under postcode 2080 and is governed by Hornsby Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hornsby electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2080
Urban Area
Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.64°, 151.14°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
10.58 km²
Elevation
217m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$568
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,648
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,708
Census 2021
1,766
3.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,416
Income 2021
$49,972
26.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,252
Born Overseas 481

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 94
  • 2. India 54
  • 3. China 35
  • 4. South Africa 27
  • 5. New Zealand 26
  • 6. Philippines 20
  • 7. South Korea 19
  • 8. Nepal 15
  • 9. Fiji 11
  • 10. Malaysia 11
  • 11. Ireland 10
  • 12. Iran 9
  • 13. Singapore 9
  • 14. United States 8
  • 15. Vietnam 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 724
Australian 616
Irish 206
Scottish 185
Chinese 107
Indian 66
Italian 65
German 53
Filipino 38
Australian Aboriginal 37

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

826
Both parents born in Australia
622
Both parents born overseas
277
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.7%
No Religion
37.7%
Hinduism
4.7%
Buddhism
1.9%
Islam
0.8%
Judaism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
84 (4.8%)
5-14 years
285 (16.1%)
15-19 years
123 (7.0%)
20-24 years
88 (5.0%)
25-34 years
143 (8.1%)
35-44 years
238 (13.5%)
45-54 years
284 (16.1%)
55-64 years
235 (13.3%)
65-74 years
163 (9.2%)
75-84 years
91 (5.2%)
85+ years
21 (1.2%)

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