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