Area Hotlist — Hornsby NSW
20 lifestyle anchors proven to sell property across the Hornsby area
Area Hotlist — Hornsby
Westfield Hornsby
Over 300 retailers, a rooftop dining terrace and a 14-screen Event Cinemas make Westfield the Upper North Shore’s retail drawcard. Free three-hour parking and direct access from the footbridge mean locals grab groceries or catch a movie without fighting Pacific Highway traffic.
Barker College
Co-ed from Prep to Year 12, Barker blends top ATAR scores with elite rugby and state-of-the-art science labs. Its lakefront campus, two blocks from the station, keeps school-run chaos at bay and underpins steady buyer demand in Waitara streets.
Hornsby Station
Junction for the Northern and North Shore lines, the station offers express services to Central in 35 minutes and all-stops trains to Newcastle. A lift-equipped concourse, bike cages and fast platform transfers make city commutes a breeze.
Hornsby Hospital
Following a $265 million redevelopment, the hospital delivers 24-hour emergency care, modern maternity suites and a brand-new medical imaging wing. Health-sector jobs and visiting families boost rental demand in surrounding apartments.
Hornsby Girls High School
This selective girls’ campus sits top-five in NSW HSC rankings year after year. Its heritage buildings, concert bands and STEM clubs draw families keen to avoid private-school fees while chasing elite results.
Waitara Public School
Rebuilt in 2019, Waitara PS features flexible learning studios, rooftop play courts and a thriving Mandarin bilingual program. Apartments within pram-push distance trade swiftly thanks to the walk-to-school convenience.
Waitara Station
One stop south of Hornsby, Waitara provides quieter platforms, lift access and a pedestrian tunnel to Mark Taylor Oval. It’s the preferred boarding point for unit owners who’d rather avoid Westfield crowds.
Asquith Station
Express trains to the CBD in under 40 minutes plus direct services to the Central Coast place Asquith at the midpoint of work and weekend escape. Nearby cafés and ample parking keep morning routines smooth.
Pennant Hills High School
Strong HSC growth, national robotics titles and champion athletics teams define this co-ed public school. Homes in its catchment fetch healthy premiums from education-focused families seeking balanced academics and sport.
Normanhurst Boys High School
Selective boys’ school renowned for top-tier ATARs, debating trophies and an outdoor-education program held in Ku-ring-gai Chase. Competition for enrolment feeds demand for rentals within cycling reach.
Mark Taylor Oval
Named after the former Australian cricket captain, the oval hosts grade cricket, junior footy and twilight fitness groups. New net installations and a covered grandstand make it a lively weekend hub.
Wahroonga Public School
Heritage sandstone classrooms and a leading strings program give WPS village charm and academic bite. Lollipop crossings and leafy footpaths let most students walk or scooter to class.
Hornsby North Public School
Regularly topping NAPLAN tables, HNPS offers gifted streams, robotics clubs and a native-gardens program. Catchment streets of classic red-bricks spark bidding wars at every auction.
Pennant Hills Station
Express Northern Line trains, direct bus links to Macquarie Uni and lift access make Pennant Hills a commuter favourite. A new plaza upgrade adds cafés and extra bike racks.
Asquith Girls High School
Inclusive leadership programs, rising HSC results and new STEAM labs lift the profile of this comprehensive girls’ campus. Proximity to both train and sport ovals simplifies busy family schedules.
Thornleigh West Public School
Set beside native bush, TWPS delivers kitchen-garden classes, Mandarin lessons and generous green play space. Saturday netball and weekend produce markets foster strong community ties.
Normanhurst Station
Quieter platforms, heritage footbridge and easy parking draw commuters keen to dodge Hornsby congestion. Federation cottages and leafy cul-de-sacs around the station remain perennial family favourites.
Knox Grammar
Elite boys’ school in neighbouring Wahroonga offers world-class boarding, robotics and aquatic centres. Even though it sits outside the postcode, the draw of Knox influences price resilience across Hornsby’s upper market.
Asquith Boys High School
Sporting excellence, trades pathways and a new performing-arts wing mark this comprehensive boys’ high on the rise. Planned classroom refurbishments under the Schools Upgrade Program promise further gains.
Warrawee Public School
Jacaranda-lined grounds, newly refurbished classrooms and strong music ensembles give Warrawee PS village charm with modern punch. Parents value safe walking routes and an active P&C that funds extra tech resources.