Fairlight
NSW 2094 • Greater Sydney
About Fairlight
Fairlight is a charming harbourside suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches, located 13 kilometres north-east of the Sydney CBD within the Northern Beaches Council area. The suburb has a population of around 6,146 (2021 census) and sits between Balgowlah and Manly on both sides of Sydney Road. Named after Fairlight House built in 1853, the suburb has a predominantly Anglo-Australian demographic with English, Australian, and Irish heritage.
Fairlight offers a coastal village lifestyle with the popular Fairlight Beach and rock pool as highlights. The suburb is within walking distance of Manly Beach, the Corso shopping strip, and the Manly Ferry wharf. It attracts families and professionals who value the beachside lifestyle, good schools, and strong community feel. Local cafes, parks, and harbour walks make it a highly desirable Northern Beaches address.
Fairlight falls under postcode 2094 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
- 135, 136, 139 — Manly Wharf 5-8 min
- E43 — Sydney CBD via Spit Bridge 40-50 min
- 178, 179 — Sydney CBD via Military Rd 45-55 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ No direct train; Manly Ferry (18 min) is the most popular commute option
Most errands can be accomplished on foot with easy access to Manly shops and beaches
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.
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 Fairlight by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Fairlight Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Fairlight" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
6 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 704
- 2. New Zealand 143
- 3. United States 141
- 4. South Africa 131
- 5. Ireland 60
- 6. Brazil 59
- 7. Scotland 53
- 8. France 49
- 9. Germany 49
- 10. Canada 45
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)