Thornleigh

NSW 2120 • Greater Sydney

8,898
Population (2021)
$53,300
Median Income
3.87 km²
Area
167m
Elevation

About Thornleigh

Thornleigh is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Hornsby (Area) area. With a population of 8,898 and a median income of $53,300, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 3.87 km² at an elevation of 167m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Thornleigh delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Thornleigh falls under postcode 2120 and is governed by Hornsby Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wahroonga electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2120
Urban Area
Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.72°, 151.08°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.87 km²
Elevation
167m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    261 Pennant Hills Road Thornleigh 2120 NSW
  • ALDI
    275 - 291 Pennant Hills Road, Thornleigh NSW 2120

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$530
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,800
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,464
Census 2021
8,898
5.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$43,160
Income 2021
$53,300
23.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,503
Born Overseas 3,245

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 572
  • 2. India 326
  • 3. England 308
  • 4. South Korea 186
  • 5. Philippines 166
  • 6. Hong Kong 130
  • 7. New Zealand 129
  • 8. Iran 119
  • 9. Lebanon 105
  • 10. South Africa 97
  • 11. Sri Lanka 96
  • 12. Malaysia 90
  • 13. United States 61
  • 14. Singapore 46
  • 15. Germany 39

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,628
Australian 2,495
Chinese 1,307
Irish 776
Scottish 710
Indian 452
Lebanese 316
Korean 277
German 261
Italian 246

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,213
Both parents born in Australia
4,331
Both parents born overseas
1,177
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.8%
No Religion
38.6%
Hinduism
4.3%
Buddhism
2.5%
Islam
1.3%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
490 (5.5%)
5-14 years
1,374 (15.4%)
15-19 years
586 (6.6%)
20-24 years
496 (5.6%)
25-34 years
836 (9.4%)
35-44 years
1,318 (14.8%)
45-54 years
1,451 (16.3%)
55-64 years
1,021 (11.5%)
65-74 years
714 (8.0%)
75-84 years
456 (5.1%)
85+ years
161 (1.8%)

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