Lindfield
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Lindfield, NSW 2070.
About Lindfield
Welcome to Lindfield
Lindfield sits on the Upper North Shore of Sydney, roughly 12 kilometres north of the CBD along the North Shore Line. Framed by leafy streets, Federation-era homes and a relaxed village atmosphere, it occupies a comfortable middle ground between the bustle of Chatswood to the south and the quieter reaches of Killara to the north.
The suburb draws a broad mix of buyers: established families who value the strong school options and generous block sizes, downsizers who appreciate the walkable village centre, and professionals who want a quiet base with a direct train into the city. It is the kind of place where weekend routines revolve around the local butcher, the park, and a long coffee rather than a packed bar scene.
Lifestyle & dining
Lindfield's retail and dining strip runs along and around Pacific Highway, anchored by a handful of independents that give the suburb its understated character. The Lindfield Specialty Butcher is a genuine local institution, the sort of place where knowing your cut earns you a conversation as well as quality meat. Lindfield Railway Bookstall adds an old-fashioned charm that feels increasingly rare in Sydney's inner and middle rings.
The pace here is genuinely unhurried. Residents tend to socialise in each other's homes or around the green spaces rather than in a dense hospitality precinct. Those after a wider restaurant or bar offering can be in Chatswood in under ten minutes, which means Lindfield gets to keep its quiet without sacrificing convenience.
Parks & recreation
Green space is one of Lindfield's strongest cards. Lindfield Village Green functions as the social heart of the suburb — a well-kept open lawn that hosts community events and gives the village centre a proper breathing space. Lindfield Rotary Park offers more structured recreation, while Millwood Park and Two Turners Reserve provide quieter retreats for dog walkers, runners and families wanting a low-key afternoon outside.
The Upper North Shore corridor is generally well-wooded, and Lindfield benefits from that canopy both aesthetically and practically — summer afternoons feel noticeably cooler here than in the inner suburbs.
Schools & families
Lindfield is well served by a diverse range of schooling options, which is one of the primary reasons families choose the suburb. Lindfield Public School is the local government primary, while Holy Family Catholic Primary School provides a faith-based alternative. For early years, Highfields Preparatory and Kindergarten School covers the prep end of the spectrum.
Private schooling is also well represented: Newington College's Lindfield Preparatory School draws families from across the North Shore, and Lindfield Learning Village offers a contemporary, project-based government education model that has attracted considerable interest since opening. Cromehurst School, which specialises in supporting students with learning differences, rounds out an unusually comprehensive local education landscape.
Getting around
Transport in Lindfield is anchored by the train station on the North Shore Line, giving residents a reliable and frequent service directly into the Sydney CBD. Bus stops along Pacific Highway — including stops opposite Lindfield Library and opposite Lindfield Station — add surface-level coverage for trips to neighbouring suburbs such as Roseville, Chatswood and East Lindfield without needing to change at a major interchange.
For those who drive, Pacific Highway is the main arterial, and car dealerships including Volvo and Kia along the strip reflect the suburb's demographic. The road network connects easily to Chatswood and the broader North Shore, though most day-to-day errands are walkable from the station precinct.
Housing & architecture
Lindfield's streetscape is defined by its Federation and Californian bungalow housing stock, with many original homes sitting on generous blocks that still carry significant land value. Brick, timber verandahs and pitched terracotta roofs give the older residential streets a coherent, considered look that newer developments work hard to complement.
The current listings mix shows 64% apartments and units, 24% houses and 12% townhouses — a profile that reflects a decade of medium-density development close to the station. The apartment stock varies considerably in age and quality, from older brick walk-ups to more recent builds with better amenity, so buyers in this segment are well advised to inspect carefully and review strata records.
The property market
Lindfield sits firmly at the premium end of the North Shore market. The median house price currently stands at $3.48 million, reflecting the suburb's combination of land size, school catchments and tree-lined appeal. Units and apartments offer a lower entry point at a median of $1.10 million, and the median rent sits at $1,500 per week — figures that speak to strong underlying demand from both owner-occupiers and tenants.
House prices have recorded a recent dip of 4.1%, which is broadly consistent with the correction seen across Sydney's upper price brackets over the past cycle. For buyers, that movement may represent a more accessible entry point into a suburb where quality stock is consistently tightly held. Neighbouring Killara and Roseville sit at a comparable price level, meaning Lindfield buyers are competing within a cohesive and well-regarded precinct rather than paying a solitary premium.
Market snapshot
Lindfield property market
Median sale price
$3.73m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$1,580
per week
Gross rental yield
2.2%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$2.53m
Median
$3.73m
Premium
$13.31m
Days on market
53
Auction clearance
53%
Sold this year
54
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +1.2% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Lindfield by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Lindfield, NSW 2070.
Population
10,943
residents (2021)
Median age
40
years
Household income
$2,833
median, per week
Median rent
$600
per week
Median mortgage
$3,450
per month
Mortgage / income
28%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Lindfield
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Newington College - Lindfield Preparatory School
Recent results
Recently sold in Lindfield
$3.50m
18 Gladstone Parade
Sold ~July 2026
$2.83m
27/7-15 Milray Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.40m
E307/1-3 Eton Road
Sold ~July 2026
$3.87m
40 Eton Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.10m
16/6-10 Beaconsfield Parade
Sold ~July 2026
$2.90m
13A Moore Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.51m
68/10 Drovers Way
Sold ~July 2026
$810k
45/10 Drovers Way
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Lindfield suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Lindfield?
The median unit price in Lindfield, NSW is $1.10m for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 1.6%.
How much is rent in Lindfield?
The median weekly rent in Lindfield is around $900 per week.
Is Lindfield a good place to live?
Lindfield is a suburb on the Upper North Shore of Sydney in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Lindfield is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 10,943 and 6 schools in the area.
What is the population of Lindfield?
Lindfield has a population of 10,943 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 40.
What schools are in Lindfield?
There are 6 schools in or near Lindfield, including Cromehurst School, Lindfield Learning Village and Highfields Preparatory and Kindergarten School.
How long do homes take to sell in Lindfield?
Properties in Lindfield take around 37 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 53%.
How much do you need to buy in Lindfield?
Entry-level properties in Lindfield start around $826k, while premium homes reach $1.85m.
What suburbs are near Lindfield?
Suburbs near Lindfield include Roseville, Killara, Chatswood, East Lindfield and Cove North.
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