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Denistone East suburb profile

Denistone East is a quiet, leafy pocket in northern Sydney's City of Ryde known for its residential feel and established gardens. The suburb is made up mostly of single-storey houses on generous blocks with a smattering of newer townhouses, creating a low-rise streetscape that appeals to families and professionals seeking a calm neighbourhood. Small local parks and tree-lined streets set a relaxed rhythm to daily life, while nearby Eastwood provides shops and eateries and West Ryde and Denistone stations give straightforward public transport options for commuters.

Denistone East property market performance

Like many smaller suburbs, Denistone East has relatively few recent property sales, so there isn't enough data to publish a reliable median price for houses or units. The figures that are available show house values fell a solid 7.1% over the last 12 months.

Over the last three months six houses changed hands. Houses sold in a median of 54 days.

The rental market in Denistone East shows house rents averaged $1,200 a week and fell a solid 7.7% over the last 12 months.

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Change in value
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-7.1%N/A
Sold
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Median days on market
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54N/A
Average rent
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$1200N/A
Change in rent
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-7.7%N/A

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Denistone East demographics

Couple families with children are the largest family group at 59.5%, almost three in five, while couple families without children make up 28.0%. Together the two couple-family categories account for 87.5% of families. One-parent families represent 11.5% and other families 0.9%.

The community numbers 2,292 people, with a median age of 41. Typical households have a median total weekly income of $2,424, roughly $126,000 a year.

Homes in Denistone East are predominantly owner-occupied: 42.7% are owned outright and 38.7% are owned with a mortgage, a combined 81.4% owner-occupied, while 18.6% of dwellings are rented.

Denistone East infrastructure, key developments and investment opportunities

Denistone East has seen a recent education upgrade: the Denistone East Public School major works project was completed in October 2019, delivering a new building with six permanent flexible learning spaces, two special-program rooms with a shared withdrawal area, and a refurbished administration building.

Local open-space investment includes the Kings Park upgrade on the former Denistone East Bowling Club site, completed in 2020. The park now features a neighbourhood playground with shade, walking paths, a large sheltered area for community events, a multi-purpose court (basketball/futsal), picnic facilities, an accessible toilet, swings, kick-about areas and two tennis courts.

Suburbs near Denistone East

Some popular suburbs near Denistone East include:

  • Denistone: Quiet, established residential suburb with tree-lined streets and neighbourhood parks.
  • Eastwood: Bustling, multicultural centre known for diverse eateries and a compact commercial strip.
  • West Ryde: Riverside suburb with parkland, mixed housing and convenient local shopping options.
  • Marsfield: Mostly residential area with pocket reserves and a semi-rural feel in parts.
  • Denistone West: Leafy, family-oriented neighbourhood with larger lots and quiet, suburban streets.

How does Denistone East compare to nearby suburbs?

  • Median house prices: Denistone East’s median house price is 47.1% higher than Marsfield’s.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Denistone East have grown 14.5% higher than in Marsfield.
  • Selling speed for houses: Properties in Denistone East are selling 1.8% faster than in Denistone.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Denistone East have grown 17.1% higher than the average rate of growth across Sydney.

Common questions about Denistone East

  • Is Denistone East a nice place to live?

    Denistone East is a quiet, leafy pocket in northern Sydney with a low-rise, residential feel. Mostly single-storey houses on generous blocks, with a smattering of newer townhouses, create a calm streetscape punctuated by small local parks and tree-lined streets. Nearby Eastwood provides shops and eateries and West Ryde and Denistone stations give straightforward public transport options for commuters.

    The community is weighted towards established households: couple families with children make up 59.5% of families and a combined 81.4% of homes are owner-occupied. Recent local investment includes a major upgrade to Denistone East Public School with new flexible learning spaces and special-program rooms, and the Kings Park upgrade with a playground, walking paths, a sheltered community area, a multi-purpose court, picnic facilities and tennis courts. Whether Denistone East suits you will come down to whether you want a settled, family-centred suburb with schools and parks close by.

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  • Is it expensive to live in Denistone East?

    A house rent of about $1,200 a week in Denistone East would take roughly 49.6% of a typical local household's weekly income as recorded at the last Census — in other words, about half of that weekly income. By the usual bands for rent shares, that is a large share of income.

    If you're renting in Denistone East, that rent share is the most relevant number to watch; whether it feels expensive depends on your own income and circumstances.

    Everyone's financial situation is different, so it's important to consider your own circumstances when deciding which suburb is right for you.

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  • Is Denistone East a good place to invest?

    Over the past 12 months the house market in Denistone East moved lower. Median house values fell 7.1% and house rents fell 7.7%.

    The figures therefore show declines in both capital (value) and rental income for houses, with rents down marginally more than values over the year (7.7% versus 7.1%). Whether that profile suits your investment goals depends on your own objectives and circumstances.

    This information has been prepared without taking your objectives, needs and overall financial situation into account. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional financial advice. For this reason, you should consider the appropriateness of the information and, if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

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In Denistone East ,23 agents are actively selling property, but a small number do the heavy lifting. Just 5 agents handled 35.7% of all sales in the past year, giving them a strong presence and deep experience in the local market.

Commission rates usually sit between 1.5% and 2.92%. Comparing agents and understanding what’s included in their fee structure can help you find the right mix of service, value, and motivation—without compromising on outcomes.

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