Curl Curl
NSW 2096 • Greater Sydney
About Curl Curl
Curl Curl is a sought-after beachside suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches, located approximately 14 kilometres northeast of the CBD in the Northern Beaches local government area. With a population of around 2,400, this compact suburb is centred around the beautiful Curl Curl Beach and lagoon. The name is derived from the Aboriginal word 'curial curial', thought to mean a type of fern or lagoon. The suburb has a relaxed coastal character with a mix of families and professionals who value the beach lifestyle.
Life in Curl Curl revolves around its stunning beach, popular with surfers, swimmers, and families alike. The Curl Curl Lagoon provides a calm swimming spot for children, while the coastal walk connecting Dee Why to Manly passes right through the suburb. Residents enjoy the John Fisher Park sporting complex, the Curl Curl Youth and Recreation Club, and several excellent schools nearby including Curl Curl North Public School. The suburb features a mix of renovated homes and modern builds on leafy streets, with strong community spirit evident in local surf clubs and sporting groups.
Curl Curl falls under postcode 2096 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Manly electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 136 — Manly Wharf 15 mins
- 139 — Manly Wharf via North Curl Curl 12 mins
- B1 B-Line — Wynyard, Sydney CBD 40-50 mins
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Alternative commute via Manly Ferry from Manly Wharf (30 min ferry + 15 min bus to Manly)
Beach and parks easily accessible on foot; shops at Harbord Road and nearby Freshwater village
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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153 Harbord Rd
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Harbord Public School ICSEA 11379905 4276 Wyadra Avenue
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7 Johnson Street
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9938 3822 22 Ellen St
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Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Curl Curl by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Curl Curl Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Curl Curl" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
10 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 191
- 2. New Zealand 51
- 3. United States 35
- 4. South Africa 28
- 5. Ireland 19
- 6. Germany 17
- 7. Scotland 17
- 8. Brazil 16
- 9. Italy 15
- 10. Canada 14
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)