Willoughby

Lifestyle

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A true suburban gem nestled on the North Shore of Sydney, Willoughby offers a lifestyle envied by many thanks to its central location, great connectivity, and perfect blend of lively urban ambiance and tranquil green oasis. Over the years it has evolved from an everyday middle-class suburb to an increasingly trendy place to live for families, professionals and baby boomer retirees.

Willoughby is a top choice for those looking for a safe, wholesome and welcoming place to raise children. An abundance of parks, playgrounds and hiking trails means families have no trouble finding things to do together. To top things off, local schools are well-ranked academically with placements at Willoughby Public, Willoughby Girls and St Thomas’ Catholic Primary highly sought after.

Professionals love the quick access to other parts of the Sydney, commuting easily into the CBD, Chatswood, St Leonards, and North Sydney for work.
Major business hubs in these areas as well as in Lane Cove West, North Ryde, and Macquarie Park, provide a wealth of work opportunities.

No surprises, Willoughby is a popular destination for retirees looking for a slower pace and laid-back vibe yet close to the limitless options for culture and entertainment in the city. An everyday treat is wandering the leafy natural corridors that link Willoughby’s best cafes and restaurants, green spaces and shopping hubs.

Central to everything, close to shops, the city, Northern Beaches, and blessed with lush nature reserves, parks, and great schools. People just love living here!

People

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The predominant age group in Willoughby is 40-49 years, proof of its changing, younger resident makeup today. Households are primarily couples with children and majority are professionals. The latest census puts its population at just over 7,000.

Homes

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Willoughby is filled with established homes. Its most picturesque streets are renowned for their classic California bungalows. Nearly 70% of dwellings are houses and townhouses–you won’t find an oversaturation of units here.

Schools

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• Willoughby Public School (K – Year 6)
• Willoughby Girls High School (Year 7 – Year 12, girls only)
• St. Thomas' Catholic Primary School (K – Year 6, Catholic School)
• Mercy College, St Pius X College (Chatswood)

Transport

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+ CBD is 10-30 minutes by car, 25-30 minutes by transit; Chatswood is 5-10 minutes by car, 20 minutes by transit
+ There are three train stations in the area - Chatswood, Artarmon and St Leonards (North Shore Line)
+ Chatswood Station is on the North West Line of Sydney Metro. Metro services are on high-frequency runs
+ Sydney Buses, Transdev and Forest Coach Lines provide regular bus services
+ Residents who ride a bicycle to Chatswood CBD to shop or work can use a free undercover, secure, bike only facility at the public car park on Albert Ave

Recreational Facilities

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+ Hallstrom Park is a bustling playground with bike tracks, outdoor netball courts and playing fields for soccer, baseball and football
+ Willoughby Park has a fenced-in playground, playing fields, a large multi-purpose hall where regular health and fitness classes, art and educational activities are held
+ Willoughby has diverse landscapes to enjoy bushwalks ranging from open woodlands and flower-filled heath to cool fern gullies and coachwood forests
+ Popular with families is the Round Willoughby Walk which incorporates many of Willoughby's beautiful walking tracks
+ Willoughby Leisure Centre has programs for children, a health club, swimming pool, spa and sauna, and courts for netball, basketball, indoor soccer, volleyball, badminton

Shopping & Restaurants

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+ Residents love the French elegance of La Bouitte restaurant, irresistible Japanese at Gochiso, SML Cafe and SoulPlate for the prerequisite caffeine fix and lingering brunch at The Incinerator
+ The Willoughby Hotel and ‘The Bridgey’, both heritage watering holes, provide great pub food and drinks and a family friendly vibe
+ Willoughby Road and Mowbray Road boast fashion boutiques, homewares stores, chemists, bustling restaurants, cafes
+ Westfield Chatswood is home to approximately 75 apparel, footwear, and accessories shops
+ Chatswood Chase has over 135 specialty stores across four levels
+ Chatswood Interchange is bursting with cafes and restaurants, mainly Asian cuisine

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