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New South Wales location profile

Gordon NSW 2072

Leafy Upper North Shore suburb known for heritage homes, quality schools, and a quiet village feel. A convenient rail hub with everyday shopping and dining, it appeals to families and professionals seeking green streets and strong amenities.

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Why families consider Gordon

Affluent, family-oriented and highly educated community with a mix of Federation-era houses, modern townhouses and apartments; calm, tree-lined streets, strong school catchments, and a multicultural dining scene.

Amenities & services

  • Gordon Centre shopping mall
  • Supermarkets and village shops on Pacific Highway and St Johns Ave
  • Medical clinics, GPs and allied health
  • Cafes, restaurants and bakeries
  • Gordon Library, 799 Pacific Highway, Gordon

Transport & connectivity

  • Gordon railway station (T1 North Shore Line)
  • Local buses to St Ives, Macquarie Park, Chatswood and Hornsby
  • Pacific Highway (A1) with nearby access to Ryde Road (A3) and Mona Vale Road

Lifestyle & recreation

  • Gordon Recreation Ground (ovals, tennis)
  • Gordon Bowling Club
  • Blackbutt Creek walking tracks
  • Ku-ring-gai Fitness and Aquatic Centre (nearby, West Pymble)
  • Gordon Recreation Ground
  • Blackbutt Creek Reserve
  • Lane Cove National Park (nearby)

Education context

Multiple long day care and preschool options in Gordon and surrounds; demand is moderate to high with waitlists common for infants; OSHC available at local schools.

  • Macquarie University (Macquarie Park) via bus/train
  • University of Sydney (Camperdown/Darlington) via train/bus
  • UTS (Ultimo) via train to Central
  • UNSW (Kensington) via train to Central then light rail/bus