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West Pymble

NSW 2073 • Greater Sydney

5,441
Population (2021)
$182,156
Median Household Income
3.68 km²
Area
$800/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyLeafyUpper North ShoreBushlandEstablished

About West Pymble

West Pymble is a leafy residential suburb on Sydney's Upper North Shore, located 15 kilometres north-west of the CBD within Ku-ring-gai Council. With a population of around 5,400, the suburb developed primarily during the 1950s and 1960s as housing for returning war veterans and defence personnel. The area retains significant bushland character with pockets of remnant vegetation connecting to Lane Cove National Park.

The suburb centres around Philip Mall on Kendall Street, a charming local shopping strip with cafes, specialty stores and services. West Pymble is popular with families seeking quality schools and a bushland setting while maintaining city access. The Boonah Creative Arts Centre provides community arts programs, and extensive walking trails wind through the surrounding bushland. Residents enjoy a relaxed, family-oriented lifestyle with strong community connections through local sporting clubs and the West Pymble Chamber of Commerce.

West Pymble falls under postcode 2073 and is governed by Ku-ring-gai Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wahroonga electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2073
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
-33.76°, 151.13°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.68 km²
Elevation
80m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$2.65M
59 sales · ▼ 6.9% 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)
$800
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,467
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.7%

0 state housing + 12 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gordon
2.5 km
30 min
Pymble
2.5 km
30 min
Turramurra
3.5 km
45 min

Bus Services

  • 560 — Gordon Station loop 10 min
  • 572 — Macquarie Uni to Turramurra 15 min
  • 575 — Macquarie Uni to Hornsby via Pymble 20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
15 km
By Train
35-40 min from Gordon
By Bus
Bus to Gordon then train
By Car (Peak)
40-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-30 min

🛣️ Bus connections to North Shore Line stations

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local shops walkable from Philip Mall area; most errands require car or bus

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Ku-ring-gai Local Government Area, which contains West Pymble. 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
5,298
Census 2021
5,441
▲ 2.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$48,672
Personal Income 2021
$57,564
▲ 18.3% 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
$57,564 / yr
$1107/wk
Household
$182,156 / yr
$3503/wk
Family
$203,216 / yr
$3908/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,622
Born Overseas 1,730

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 272
  • 2. England 261
  • 3. Hong Kong 124
  • 4. India 98
  • 5. South Africa 93
  • 6. New Zealand 90
  • 7. South Korea 80
  • 8. Malaysia 45
  • 9. United States 39
  • 10. Iran 35

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,778
Australian 1,703
Chinese 807
Irish 611
Scottish 536
Italian 215
Indian 179
German 156
Korean 120
South African 87

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,103
Both parents born in Australia
2,288
Both parents born overseas
941
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.8%
No Religion
37.4%
Hinduism
1.9%
Buddhism
1.8%
Judaism
1.5%
Islam
1.2%
Sikhism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
266 (4.9%)
5-14 years
940 (17.3%)
15-19 years
429 (7.9%)
20-24 years
342 (6.3%)
25-34 years
295 (5.4%)
35-44 years
725 (13.3%)
45-54 years
881 (16.2%)
55-64 years
686 (12.6%)
65-74 years
449 (8.3%)
75-84 years
286 (5.3%)
85+ years
139 (2.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Pymble known for? +

West Pymble is known for its leafy suburban character, excellent public and private schools, and the charming local shopping strip at Philip Mall on Kendall Street. The suburb has significant bushland reserves and is popular with families seeking a quieter lifestyle on the Upper North Shore.

How far is West Pymble from Sydney CBD? +

West Pymble is approximately 15 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD, with a train journey of around 30-35 minutes from Pymble station to Central.

Does West Pymble have public transport? +

West Pymble is served by buses to Pymble station on the T1 North Shore Line, providing direct services to the CBD. The suburb is also accessible by local bus routes connecting to neighbouring Gordon and Turramurra stations.

What is the population of West Pymble? +

According to the 2021 Census, West Pymble has a population of approximately 5,441 residents within the Ku-ring-gai Council local government area.

Is West Pymble a good place to live? +

West Pymble is an excellent choice for families seeking the Upper North Shore lifestyle with good schools, leafy streets, bushland access, and reasonable proximity to the Sydney CBD. It offers a slightly more affordable entry point than neighbouring Gordon or Pymble while sharing many of the same lifestyle benefits.

What is the postcode for West Pymble? +

The postcode for West Pymble is 2073.

What is the average income in West Pymble? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in West Pymble is about $1,107 per week (around $57,600 per year). The median household income is $3,503 per week and the median family income is $3,908 per week.

What is the median house price in West Pymble? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,650,000, down 6.9% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of West Pymble? +

The median age in West Pymble is 41. The largest age group is 5–14 (940 residents, around 17%). Around 30% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is West Pymble a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. West Pymble 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.

How much is rent in West Pymble? +

In West Pymble, the median weekly rent is $800, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,467 (2021 Census).