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Willoughby East

NSW 2068 • Greater Sydney

1,864
Population (2021)
$235,872
Median Household Income
0.56 km²
Area
$873/wk
Median Rent
AffluentFamily-FriendlyLeafyEstablishedSuburban

About Willoughby East

Willoughby East is a small, affluent residential suburb on Sydney's Lower North Shore, located approximately 9 kilometres north of the Sydney CBD within the City of Willoughby council area. With a 2021 Census population of 1,864 spread across just 0.56 square kilometres, it is one of the more compact and tightly held suburbs on the North Shore. The median household income of $4,536 per week is substantially above the national average, reflecting the suburb's prestige status, and the median age of 42 points to a community dominated by established families and experienced professionals.

Willoughby East borders the larger suburb of Willoughby and sits within easy reach of Chatswood's major shopping, dining, and entertainment precinct, as well as Artarmon's commercial and retail strip. The suburb is well-served by bus routes connecting to Chatswood and the Sydney CBD, with Artarmon train station on the T1 North Shore Line approximately 1.5 kilometres away. Well-regarded public and private schools — including Willoughby Public School, Loreto Normanhurst and nearby Chatswood High School — make it highly sought-after by families. Tree-lined streets, generous blocks, and a quiet neighbourhood character give Willoughby East a refined, residential feel that belies its proximity to the city.

Willoughby East falls under postcode 2068 and is governed by Willoughby Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Willoughby electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2068
Urban Area
Lane Cove - Willoughby
LGA / Council
Willoughby
Federal Electorate
Bradfield
State Electorate
Willoughby
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.80°, 151.21°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.56 km²
Elevation
83m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$3.8M
23 sales · ▲ 2.7% 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)
$873
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$4,219
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
42 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Artarmon
1.5 km
18 min
Chatswood
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • Route 273, 274, 276 — Chatswood / Sydney CBD (Wynyard) 20–35 min to Wynyard

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
9 km
By Train
Approx. 20–25 min to Wynyard via T1 North Shore Line from Artarmon (1.5 km walk)
By Car (Peak)
25–40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15–20 min

🛣️ Bus routes to CBD and Chatswood available; Pacific Highway and Military Road are the main arterials.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local streets are pleasant for walking and the suburb is bikeable to Chatswood, but most shopping and services require a trip to Chatswood or Artarmon.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
123.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
Motor vehicle theft
38.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
249.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
6.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
135.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.4%
View all 62 offence types for Willoughby →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,822
Census 2021
1,864
▲ 2.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$56,628
Personal Income 2021
$60,060
▲ 6.1% 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
$60,060 / yr
$1155/wk
Household
$235,872 / yr
$4536/wk
Family
$243,256 / yr
$4678/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,363
Born Overseas 489

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 69
  • 2. China 51
  • 3. New Zealand 45
  • 4. Hong Kong 37
  • 5. South Africa 22
  • 6. Malaysia 20
  • 7. Italy 16
  • 8. Japan 15
  • 9. United States 15
  • 10. Singapore 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 644
Australian 615
Irish 250
Chinese 233
Scottish 197
Italian 95
German 56
Greek 38
New Zealander 30
Dutch 26

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

899
Both parents born in Australia
642
Both parents born overseas
308
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.9%
No Religion
38.1%
Buddhism
2.1%
Judaism
1.7%
Hinduism
1.0%
Islam
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
105 (5.6%)
5-14 years
360 (19.3%)
15-19 years
153 (8.2%)
20-24 years
82 (4.4%)
25-34 years
90 (4.8%)
35-44 years
255 (13.7%)
45-54 years
326 (17.5%)
55-64 years
218 (11.7%)
65-74 years
171 (9.2%)
75-84 years
78 (4.2%)
85+ years
32 (1.7%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Willoughby East known for? +

Willoughby East is known as one of Sydney's most tightly held and prestigious Lower North Shore suburbs, prized for its quiet, tree-lined streets, proximity to Chatswood, and excellent school catchments within the City of Willoughby.

How far is Willoughby East from Sydney CBD? +

Willoughby East is approximately 9 kilometres north of the Sydney CBD, a drive of around 15–25 minutes off-peak or 25–40 minutes in peak hour traffic.

Does Willoughby East have public transport? +

Willoughby East is served by bus routes connecting to Chatswood and the Sydney CBD. Artarmon train station on the T1 North Shore Line is approximately 1.5 kilometres away, and Chatswood station (with both train and Metro) is about 2 kilometres away.

What is the population of Willoughby East? +

According to the 2021 Census, Willoughby East has a population of 1,864, making it a small but established residential suburb covering just 0.56 square kilometres on Sydney's North Shore.

Is Willoughby East a good place to live? +

Willoughby East is highly regarded for its quiet, leafy character and strong family appeal, with excellent access to Chatswood's shops and entertainment, North Shore schools, and easy CBD commutes. Its compact size and prestige make it one of the more exclusive pockets of the City of Willoughby.

What is the postcode for Willoughby East? +

The postcode for Willoughby East, NSW is 2068, which it shares with neighbouring North Willoughby.

What is the average income in Willoughby East? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Willoughby East is about $1,155 per week (around $60,100 per year). The median household income is $4,536 per week and the median family income is $4,678 per week.

What is the median house price in Willoughby East? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $3,800,000, up 2.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Willoughby East? +

The median age in Willoughby East is 42. The largest age group is 5–14 (360 residents, around 19%). Around 33% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Willoughby East a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Willoughby East is part of the Willoughby 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 Willoughby East? +

In Willoughby East, the median weekly rent is $873, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $4,219 (2021 Census).