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Waverton is a suburb on the lower North Shore of Sydney, located 4 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of North Sydney Council.

History

The suburb of Waverton takes its name from “Waverton House” built by Joseph Purser in 1845 on land purchased from Alexander Berry. The land once belonged to William Carr, who named it after an English village connected to his family.

Transport Links

The area is probably best serviced by rail, with Waverton railway station on both the North Shore Line and the Northern Line of the City Rail network.

Shopping and Recreation

Waverton has a range of neighbourhood shops, and is also just a few minutes’ drive to North Sydney’s large Greenwood Plaza, which features a huge selection of food and fashion stores. The Balls Head Reserve is a popular spot for walkers and picnickers, with view of the Harbour and City, and Waverton Park is popular with families due to the well equipped children’s playground.

Schools

Waverton is well situated for a short, easy journey to nearby North Sydney’s prestigious selection of schools.