What you told us

Thank you! 690 Local Residents completed the Livability Survey

    • More than 83% of residents recorded positive physical and mental health
    • Your Ideal neighbourhood is green, safe, well connected and convenient.

  • What Makes Hornsby Shire Liveable

    • Natural environment
    • Personal safety (for all ages, and genders).
    • Sense of neighbourhood safety (from crime, traffic, pollution etc.).
    • Welcoming for all people.
    • Physical comfort (including noise, smells, temperature etc.)

  • Improvements For Livability

    • Things to do in the evening (bars, dining, cinema, live music etc).
    • Unique buildings and/or public space design
    • Housing prices and tenures
    • Cultural and/or artistic community
    • Local employment opportunities (within easy commute)

  • Where Hornsby Shire Excels!

    Areas significantly above the state and national benchmark

    • Sense of personal safety (for all ages, genders, day or night)
    • Sense of neighbourhood safety (from crime, traffic, pollution etc.)
    • Protection of the natural environment

  • Biggest Leap Forward Since 2023

    • General condition of public open space (street trees, footpaths, parks)
    • Sustainable urban design (water sensitive design, transport-oriented design, sustainable building design, density etc.).
    • Local education options (from elementary to adult education).

  • Decreases since 2023- Improvement Opportunities

    • Ease of driving and parking
    • There aren't people like me (age, gender, interests, ethnic backgrounds etc.).
    • Local history, historic buildings or features

  • Community Ideas

    542 community members shared their ideas for improvement

    The top themes were:

    • Movement (51%)

    • Open space (25%)

    • Economy (24%)

    Hornsby Shire residents are calling for upgraded infrastructure, improved connections for walking, cycling and public transport and enhanced community facilities.



  • Top 3 Values

    • 71% natural environment
    • 63% access to neighbourhood facilities
    • 62% condition of public/open spaces

Place Score invites you to share your opinion and suggestions about your local neighbourhoods.

We would love to understand liveability from the perspective of our nation’s diverse population — make your voice count by telling us what is really important to you. The 2025 Australian Liveability Census provides an opportunity for you to have your say on the issues that matter most to you in your local neighborhoods.

Whether it's more shops, parking, access to green spaces, or improving public safety, your voice will help guide decision making and contribute to national research regarding liveability.

So please join in and share with your family, friends and colleagues.


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The Liveability Survey