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Hornsby Property Investment Overview

Suburb research data for Hornsby, NSW 2077 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.

Government Public Data Price 2026 Rent 2021
Median House Price
$779,444
2026 data
Gross Rental Yield
—
Insufficient data
Weekly Rent
$440
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Renter Demand
65%
of residents rent
Vacancy Rate
—
Rental market indicator
Population
22,462
Suburb residents
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📍 Suburb Overview

State NSW
Postcode 2077
Median house price $779,444
Median unit price —
Weekly rent (median) $440/wk (unlock cashflow model)
Gross yield —
Renter % 65.3%
Vacancy rate —
Population 22,462
Median household income $101,504/yr
Owner-occupied 34.7%
Median age 38 yrs
Total dwellings 5,707

🛡️ Safety & Crime

Reported crime level High reported crime
Incidents / 1,000 residents 109

Hornsby shows well above-average reported crime compared with other NSW suburbs, based on 2024 state police data.

Source: NSW police / crime statistics. Reported offences vary by category and reporting practices — check current local figures before deciding.

Investment Signals

Confidence: High High

Backed by 30+ recent transactions; the price is an all-property-types median and plausible for the area.

Last updated: 2026 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.

✅ High renter proportion (65%) — strong rental demand base
⚠️ Rent data is from 2021 — may not reflect current market
🚩 High reported crime (109 incidents/1,000 residents) — NSW reported data 2024
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Price History

We only chart a price trend when the underlying source data is consistent enough to be reliable. For this suburb, the current median above reflects the latest data we can stand behind.

🏫 Schools

Schools in suburb 4
Primary 3
Secondary 1
Schools in Hornsby
Hornsby Heights Public School Primary · Government
Hornsby North Public School Primary · Government
Hornsby South Public School Primary · Government
Hornsby Girls High School Secondary · Government
Clarke Road School Other · Government
School locations from state education departments / ACARA. List reflects schools located within the suburb.

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💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice
Purchase price $779,444
Deposit (20%) $155,889
Loan (80% LVR) $623,555
Weekly rent $440/wk
Annual rent income $22,880/yr
Est. annual interest -$••,•••
Mgmt fees + costs -$•,•••
Est. net cashflow +/- $••,•••/yr
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hornsby a good suburb to invest in?

Hornsby has a high renter proportion (65%). Use this data as a research signal only. Always conduct property-level due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making any investment decision.

What is the median house price in Hornsby?

The median house price in Hornsby is approximately $779,444 based on 2026 public data.

What is the rental yield in Hornsby?

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How does Hornsby compare to other suburbs?

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Is Hornsby a safe suburb?

Hornsby shows well above-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in NSW, based on 2024 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 109 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.

What schools are in Hornsby?

Hornsby has 5 known schools, including Hornsby Heights Public School, Hornsby North Public School, Hornsby South Public School, Hornsby Girls High School. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.

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