Narrabeen
NSW 2101 • Greater Sydney
About Narrabeen
Narrabeen is a beloved coastal suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches, situated 23 kilometres northeast of the CBD between the Pacific Ocean and the scenic Narrabeen Lagoon. With a population of approximately 8,255 residents, the suburb is part of the Northern Beaches Council area on the traditional country of the Garigal people of Guringai nation. Narrabeen is prized for its three-kilometre beach, coastal lagoon, and relaxed, sun-drenched character that keeps residents firmly planted on the Northern Beaches.
Outdoor life defines Narrabeen — from surfing and kayaking on the lagoon to bushwalking in Garigal National Park and cycling the 8.3km lagoon trail. Pittwater Road hosts a bustling village strip of cafes, grocers, and boutiques, while Warriewood Square and Warringah Mall provide broader retail options. The suburb draws a mix of surfers, young families, and long-time locals who value coastal lifestyle over CBD proximity.
Narrabeen falls under postcode 2101 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pittwater electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- B1 (B-Line) — Wynyard / Sydney CBD via Frenchs Forest 50 min
- 155 — Manly via Dee Why and Brookvale 35 min
- 158, 159 — Mona Vale local services 30–40 min
- E87 — City Express (peak hours) 45 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ The Northern Beaches has no rail connection; the B-Line express bus is the primary rapid transit option to the city
Narrabeen's village centre and beach are accessible on foot for locals, but the coastal layout means many errands require a car or bus along Pittwater Road.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Elanora Heights Public School ICSEA 10879913 7283 43 Elanora Road
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5 Chiltern Road
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Narrabeen Lakes Public School ICSEA 10919913 7077 1299 Pittwater Rd
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108 Ocean Street
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Narrabeen North Public School ICSEA 107602 9913 7928 6 Namona Street
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Narrabeen Sports High School ICSEA 10429913 7820 10 Namona St
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 Narrabeen by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Narrabeen Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Narrabeen" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
35 state housing + 93 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 558
- 2. Brazil 180
- 3. New Zealand 162
- 4. South Africa 123
- 5. Scotland 70
- 6. Germany 63
- 7. United States 56
- 8. Ireland 45
- 9. Italy 42
- 10. Netherlands 42
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)