Hornsby Population 2026
Hornsby has a population of 22,462, making it the #62 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in New South Wales. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 251× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,462
Rank in Australia
#62
Coordinates
33.70°S, 151.10°E
~186 m elevation · Australia/Sydney
Distance to capital (Canberra)
252 km
156 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New South Wales
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | 5,638,830 | #1 |
| Newcastle | 508,437 | #7 |
| Central Coast | 346,596 | #10 |
| Wollongong | 280,153 | #13 |
| Maitland | 89,597 | #24 |
| Coffs Harbour | 78,759 | #28 |
| Port Macquarie | 51,965 | #33 |
| Tamworth | 43,874 | #35 |
Cities near Hornsby
- Parramatta30,211 people · ~16 km away
- Sydney5,638,830 people · ~21 km away
- Liverpool31,078 people · ~29 km away
- Central Coast346,596 people · ~39 km away
- Wollongong280,153 people · ~82 km away
- Cessnock23,211 people · ~100 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hornsby?
Hornsby has a population of 22,462 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #62 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Hornsby in?
Hornsby is located in New South Wales, Australia.
Is Hornsby the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 252 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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