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Forest Glen
SydneyNew South Wales
Forest Glen is located in New South Wales
Forest Glen
Forest Glen
Location in New South Wales
Postcode(s) 2157
Elevation 204 m (669 ft)
Location 54 km (34 mi) north-west of Sydney CBD
LGA(s) Hornsby Shire
State electorate(s) Hawkesbury
Federal Division(s) Berowra
Suburbs around Forest Glen:
Canoelands Canoelands Canoelands
Glenorie Forest Glen Fiddletown
Glenorie Glenorie Fiddletown

Forest Glen is a quiet, semi-rural suburb located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It's a place where you can find a mix of homes and natural areas. This gives it a peaceful, country-like feel. Even though it feels like the countryside, it is still part of the big city of Sydney.

Discovering Forest Glen

Forest Glen is known for its peaceful, semi-rural lifestyle. This means it's not as busy as the city centre. You might see more trees and open spaces here. It offers a quieter way of life.

Where is Forest Glen Located?

Forest Glen is about 54 kilometres north-west of the main city centre of Sydney. It is part of the Hornsby Shire. This is a local government area. A local government area is like a local council. It helps manage services for the community. Forest Glen is also part of the Hills District region. This area is known for its green hills and valleys.

What Does "Semi-Rural" Mean?

The term "semi-rural" describes places that are partly rural and partly urban. Rural means countryside. Urban means city. So, Forest Glen has some features of the countryside. It also has some features of a city suburb. This mix makes it a unique place to live. You might find larger blocks of land here. There can be more space between houses. It's a great spot for people who enjoy nature.

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