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North Wahroonga

NSW 2076 • Greater Sydney

2,100
Population (2021)
$165,828
Median Household Income
3.89 km²
Area
$950/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffluentMulticulturalInner City

About North Wahroonga

North Wahroonga is a leafy, affluent suburb in Sydney's upper North Shore, located within the Ku-ring-gai local government area approximately 20 kilometres north of the Sydney CBD. With a population of around 2,100 residents spread across 3.9 square kilometres, the suburb sits at an elevation of 133 metres and is characterised by generous block sizes, established tree canopy and large family homes. It shares the 2076 postcode with neighbouring Wahroonga, one of Sydney's most prestigious addresses. The area falls within the Greater Sydney statistical region and is served by federal electorate Bradfield.

North Wahroonga attracts affluent families and professionals drawn to its quiet streets, proximity to prestigious schools and reliable rail connections. The suburb has a notably multicultural character, with significant Chinese, Indian and South African-born communities complementing its Anglo-Australian heritage. Median household income sits at $3,189 per week, well above the Sydney average, while the median weekly rent of $950 reflects strong demand. Residents enjoy easy access to Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park bushwalks, the village shops along Eastern Road and the vibrant retail strip of neighbouring Wahroonga Village.

North Wahroonga falls under postcode 2076 and is governed by Ku-ring-gai Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wahroonga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2076
Urban Area
Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai
LGA / Council
Ku-ring-gai
Federal Electorate
Bradfield
State Electorate
Wahroonga
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.70°, 151.13°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.89 km²
Elevation
133m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$2.33M
23 sales · ▼ 11.4% 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)
$950
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,884
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
45 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wahroonga Station
1 km
12 min

Bus Services

  • 577, 578 — Hornsby / Pymble 15-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
20 km
By Train
~35 min to Central via T1 North Shore Line
By Car (Peak)
45-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30 min

🛣️ Wahroonga Station is the nearest rail hub; Pacific Highway and M1 provide road access

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Good footpaths in residential streets; station and village shops reachable on foot

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Jack House
Boundary Raod • SHR #01910

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Ku-ring-gai Local Government Area, which contains North Wahroonga. 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
1,998
Census 2021
2,100
▲ 5.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$46,644
Personal Income 2021
$54,028
▲ 15.8% 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
$54,028 / yr
$1039/wk
Household
$165,828 / yr
$3189/wk
Family
$183,612 / yr
$3531/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,218
Born Overseas 839

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 146
  • 2. South Africa 109
  • 3. England 102
  • 4. India 68
  • 5. Hong Kong 41
  • 6. Iran 37
  • 7. South Korea 37
  • 8. United States 23
  • 9. New Zealand 19
  • 10. Philippines 19

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 644
Australian 496
Chinese 357
Irish 216
Scottish 164
Indian 113
South African 81
German 69
Italian 62
Korean 53

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

697
Both parents born in Australia
1,091
Both parents born overseas
253
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.4%
No Religion
36.2%
Hinduism
3.2%
Buddhism
1.8%
Islam
1.2%
Judaism
0.9%
Sikhism
0.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
71 (3.4%)
5-14 years
336 (16.0%)
15-19 years
177 (8.4%)
20-24 years
111 (5.3%)
25-34 years
97 (4.6%)
35-44 years
255 (12.1%)
45-54 years
350 (16.7%)
55-64 years
262 (12.5%)
65-74 years
246 (11.7%)
75-84 years
155 (7.4%)
85+ years
50 (2.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What train line serves North Wahroonga? +

The nearest station is Wahroonga Station, about 1 km away, on the T1 North Shore Line. Trains run directly to the Sydney CBD (Central Station) in approximately 35 minutes.

What LGA is North Wahroonga in? +

North Wahroonga is in the Ku-ring-gai local government area of New South Wales.

What is the median rent in North Wahroonga? +

According to the 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in North Wahroonga is $950.

What schools are near North Wahroonga? +

North Wahroonga is close to Wahroonga Public School, the prestigious Abbotsleigh girls' school (K-12), and St Lucy's School, a specialist school for students with disability. Knox Grammar School is also nearby in Wahroonga.

What is North Wahroonga known for? +

North Wahroonga is known for its quiet, leafy streets, large family homes, high household incomes and proximity to excellent schools on Sydney's upper North Shore.

What is the average income in North Wahroonga? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in North Wahroonga is about $1,039 per week (around $54,000 per year). The median household income is $3,189 per week and the median family income is $3,531 per week.

What is the median house price in North Wahroonga? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,330,000, down 11.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of North Wahroonga? +

The median age in North Wahroonga is 45. The largest age group is 45–54 (350 residents, around 17%). Around 28% of residents are under 20 and about 21% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is North Wahroonga a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. North Wahroonga 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.

What is the population of North Wahroonga? +

North Wahroonga had a population of 2,100 at the 2021 Census, up 5.1% from 1,998 in 2016.

How much is rent in North Wahroonga? +

In North Wahroonga, the median weekly rent is $950, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,884 (2021 Census).