North Ryde
NSW 2113 · Ryde
14,043 (2021) → 14,851 est. (2025) · High Growth
Part of the Ryde local government area (est. 146,161 residents)
Based on transport, liveability & education. Safety is scored separately below.
North Ryde is a high growth suburb in Ryde, NSW 2113, about 11km from Sydney CBD. Its median house price of $2.67M is more expensive than the NSW average. The suburb has 4 schools, a transport score of 95/100, and is about 15km inland. North Ryde has an overall score of 95/100, based on transport, liveability and education, plus a separate residential safety score of 91/100.
Demographics
Age distribution
ATO 2023-24, postcode 2113 area — postcode-level, not suburb-specific.
Top countries of birth: China (9.56%), India (4.24%), South Korea (2.96%), Hong Kong (2.64%), Philippines (2.26%)
Top languages: Mandarin (11.36%), Cantonese (5.95%), Korean (3.62%), Hindi (1.7%), Persian ED (1.27%)
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
Outstanding school access
Top 20% nationally — strong, high-ICSEA schools nearby with genuine choice. An excellent suburb for families prioritising education.
Average ICSEA of schools within 10km 1125 (above the national average of 1000).
In suburb
- Truscott Street Public SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1144
- Holy Spirit Catholic Primary SchoolPrimary · CatholicICSEA 1129
- North Ryde Public SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1123
- Arndell SchoolCombined · GovernmentICSEA 1011
Nearby (within 10km)
- The Children's House MontessoriPrimary · Independent · 1kmICSEA 1110
- Ryde East Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 1.2kmICSEA 1115
- Smalls Road Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 1.9kmICSEA 1114
- Northcross Christian SchoolPrimary · Independent · 2kmICSEA 1194
- Ryde Secondary CollegeSecondary · Government · 2.1kmICSEA 1102
- Field of Mars Environmental Education CentreCombined · Government · 2.2km
- Kent Road Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.2kmICSEA 1133
- Lane Cove West Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.5kmICSEA 1163
- Mowbray Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.5kmICSEA 1143
- Lindfield Montessori PreschoolPrimary · Independent · 2.7km
- Ryde Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.7kmICSEA 1096
- Holy Cross CollegeSecondary · Catholic · 2.7kmICSEA 1065
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
Limited outdoor options
Below average — fewer parks and green spaces close by.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Outdoor Score is a national percentile led by parks and green space.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Culture
Rich cultural scene
Well above average — a strong mix of cultural venues nearby.
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
Not much nightlife
Very few licensed venues nearby — you'll be heading to a neighbouring suburb for a night out.
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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.
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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
Places of Worship
Mapped places of worship within 3km of the suburb centre, grouped by religion where recorded. Community mapping may not capture every congregation.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Population & Growth
High GrowthSource: ABS ERP & NSW DPHI
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Frequently asked questions about North Ryde
Is North Ryde safe?
North Ryde has a residential safety score of 91/100, 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 2,179 per 100,000 across all categories.
What are property prices in North Ryde?
In North Ryde, the median house price is $2.67M and the median unit price is $801K. Median weekly house rent is $995.
How far is North Ryde from Sydney CBD?
North Ryde is about 11.1 km from Sydney CBD, an estimated 30 minutes by public transport.
What schools are in North Ryde?
North Ryde has 4 schools, with an average ICSEA of 1102 (the national average is 1000). Schools are listed factually, not ranked.
What is public transport like in North Ryde?
North Ryde has a transport score of 95/100 and 100 bus stops.