Galston
NSW 2159 · Hornsby
3,195 (2021) → 3,215 est. (2025) · Stable
Part of the Hornsby local government area (est. 144,237 residents)
Based on transport, liveability & education. Safety is scored separately below.
Galston is a stable suburb in Hornsby, NSW 2159, about 28km from Sydney CBD. Its median house price of $2.68M is more expensive than the NSW average. The suburb has 2 schools, a transport score of 24/100, and is about 16km inland. Galston has an overall score of 50/100, based on transport, liveability and education, plus a separate residential safety score of 92/100.
Demographics
Age distribution
ATO 2023-24, postcode 2159 area — postcode-level, not suburb-specific.
Top countries of birth: England (5.07%), South Africa (1.47%), New Zealand (1.35%), Italy (1.31%), China (0.94%)
Top languages: Italian (2.16%), Arabic (1.53%), Mandarin (1.13%), Greek (0.5%), German (0.47%)
Source: ABS Census 2021
Property
Median price history
Source: NSW Valuer General · Updated Q1 2026
Residential Safety
Recorded residential incidents (latest year), with rate per 100,000 residents:
Includes street and public-place assaults — supplementary context, not part of the safety score.
Residential incidents over time
Sum of the five residential categories above — not all recorded crime.
Area crime context
An independent score — crime data quality varies by state, so safety is shown separately and is not part of the overall score.
Source: BOCSAR · Updated March 2026
Schools
Strong school options
Well above average — good-quality schools within reach and a healthy range of options to choose from.
Average ICSEA of schools within 10km 1112 (above the national average of 1000).
In suburb
- Galston High SchoolSecondary · GovernmentICSEA 1044
- Galston Public SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1042
Nearby (within 10km)
- Arcadia Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 3kmICSEA 1065
- Hornsby Heights Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 3.7kmICSEA 1104
- Middle Dural Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 4.1kmICSEA 1007
- Hornsby North Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 4.9kmICSEA 1148
- Northholm Grammar SchoolCombined · Independent · 4.9kmICSEA 1137
- Mount Colah Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 5.3kmICSEA 1098
- Dural Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 5.7kmICSEA 1102
- Redfield CollegeCombined · Independent · 5.8kmICSEA 1140
- St Patrick's Catholic Primary SchoolPrimary · Catholic · 5.9kmICSEA 1124
- Asquith Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 6kmICSEA 1102
- Asquith Boys High SchoolSecondary · Government · 6kmICSEA 1045
- New Hope Christian SchoolCombined · Independent · 6kmICSEA 1071
Source: ACARA MySchool · Updated 2025
Transport
Source: TfNSW GTFS
Employment & Economy
Top local industries
Source: DEWR SALM / ABS Census 2021 · Updated SALM Mar 2026 / 2021 Census
Liveability
Amenities within 2–3km
Counted within a short distance of the suburb centre (so nearby facilities count), with the in-boundary count shown beneath.
In this suburb
Source: Bureau of Meteorology · OpenStreetMap · Healthdirect NHSD (via Geoscience Australia)
Fitness
Decent access
Around the national average — a reasonable mix of fitness facilities, with more variety a short drive away.
Facilities within 3km of the suburb centre. The Fitness Score is a national percentile of these counts per resident.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Outdoors
Mostly urban
Very little parkland or outdoor recreation in and around this suburb.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Outdoor Score is a national percentile led by parks and green space.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Culture
Some cultural venues
Around the national average — a handful of cultural venues, with more on offer a short trip away.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Culture Score is a national percentile weighting theatres, museums, galleries, libraries and arts centres most heavily.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Entertainment Scene
Quiet area
Pretty light on licensed venues. Good for peace and quiet; less so for spontaneous nights out.
View nearby venues on the Entertainment Map →
Source: Liquor & Gaming NSW · Updated June 2024
Childcare
Strong options nearby
Well above average for childcare services — good choice and quality, with most families finding a place without a long drive.
View childcare centres on the map →
Source: ACECQA National Quality Framework Register · Updated July 2026
Aged Care
Government-subsidised aged care services located in this suburb. Star Ratings are the official ratings for residential aged care homes.
Source: Dept of Health, Disability and Ageing · Updated May 2026 Star Ratings
Population & Growth
StableSource: ABS ERP & NSW DPHI
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Frequently asked questions about Galston
Is Galston safe?
Galston has a residential safety score of 92/100, based on residential crime (break-ins, theft from dwellings, vehicle theft, domestic assault and robbery) per resident relative to the NSW median. Its total recorded incident rate is 2,128 per 100,000 across all categories.
What are property prices in Galston?
In Galston, the median house price is $2.68M. Median weekly house rent is $880.
How far is Galston from Sydney CBD?
Galston is about 28.3 km from Sydney CBD, an estimated 81 minutes by public transport.
What schools are in Galston?
Galston has 2 schools, with an average ICSEA of 1043 (the national average is 1000). Schools are listed factually, not ranked.
What is public transport like in Galston?
Galston has a transport score of 24/100 and 36 bus stops.