Hornsby vs Waitara NSW
Two New South Wales suburbs, about 1 km apart, side by side — straight from the official numbers.
The numbers
| Hornsby | Waitara | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 22,462 | 7,837 |
| Median age | 38 | 36 |
| Median rent (weekly) | $440 | $490 |
| Owner-occupied | 55% | 48% |
| Family households | 70% | 70% |
| SEIFA advantage (decile of 10) | 9 | 10 |
| Tree canopy | 39% | 11% |
| Population 2011 | 19,723 | 5,370 |
What stands out
Hornsby rents cheaper — $440 vs $490 a week at the census.
Waitara ranks higher on the SEIFA advantage scale (decile 10 vs 9).
Hornsby is the greener of the two (39% vs 11% tree canopy).
Growth since 2011: Hornsby +14%, Waitara +46%.
In short
The two sit about 1 km apart in a straight line, both in New South Wales.
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