New South Wales location profile
Ingleside NSW 2101
Ingleside is a semi-rural suburb on Sydney’s Northern Beaches known for acreage properties, bushland, and a peaceful, low-density feel. It appeals to families and nature lovers who value privacy, proximity to national parks, and easy access to beaches at Mona Vale and Narrabeen. Landmark sites include the Sydney Bahá’í House of Worship on Mona Vale Road.
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Why families consider Ingleside
Low-density, predominantly owner-occupied acreages with a mix of families, professionals, and hobby farmers. Lifestyle is outdoorsy and equestrian-friendly, with strong bushland and community values; car-dependent with limited walkable retail.
Amenities & services
- Warriewood Square (nearby regional shopping centre)
- Mona Vale Village shops, cafes and services
- Terrey Hills Village shops and eateries
- Mona Vale Hospital (urgent care) and local GP clinics
- Northern Beaches Hospital (Frenchs Forest)
- Restaurants and cafes in Mona Vale, Terrey Hills and Narrabeen
- Mona Vale Library, Park Street, Mona Vale
- Warringah Mall Library, Westfield Warringah Mall, Brookvale
Transport & connectivity
- No train station in suburb; nearest rail hubs via bus/car at Gordon/Chatswood
- Bus services along Mona Vale Road connecting to Mona Vale, Terrey Hills, St Ives and Macquarie Park (e.g., route 197)
- B-Line (B1) rapid bus at Mona Vale for CBD/Lower North Shore
- Major roads: Mona Vale Road (A3), McCarrs Creek Road; access to Wakehurst Parkway
Lifestyle & recreation
- Bushwalking and mountain biking in Ku-ring-gai Chase and Garigal National Parks
- Ingleside Chase Reserve and Katandra Bushland Sanctuary trails
- Equestrian centres and riding schools in Ingleside/Terrey Hills
- Sydney Bahá’í Temple grounds (gardens and outlooks)
- Narrabeen Lagoon Trail, beaches at Mona Vale and Narrabeen
- Golf nearby: Terrey Hills Golf & Country Club, Mona Vale Golf Club
- Ingleside Chase Reserve
- Katandra Bushland Sanctuary
- Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
- Garigal National Park
- Irrawong Reserve (Warriewood)
- McCarrs Creek Reserve
Education context
Limited within Ingleside; multiple long day care, preschools, and family day care options in nearby Terrey Hills, Mona Vale, Elanora Heights and Warriewood (generally 5–15 minutes by car).
- Macquarie University – Macquarie Park
- University of Sydney – Camperdown/Darlington
- UNSW Sydney – Kensington
- UTS – Ultimo (City Campus)