Narraweena

NSW 2099 • Greater Sydney

6,971
Population (2021)
$41,080
Median Income
1.78 km²
Area
83m
Elevation

About Narraweena

Narraweena is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Northern Beaches (Area) area. With a population of 6,971 and a median income of $41,080, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 1.78 km² at an elevation of 83m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Narraweena delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Narraweena falls under postcode 2099 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wakehurst electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2099
Urban Area
Manly - Warringah
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
GMT-10
Coordinates
-33.75°, 151.27°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.78 km²
Elevation
83m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,042
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
43 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,608
Census 2021
6,971
5.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$34,008
Income 2021
$41,080
20.8% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,581
Born Overseas 2,148

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 412
  • 2. Italy 269
  • 3. China 234
  • 4. New Zealand 138
  • 5. Philippines 98
  • 6. Brazil 72
  • 7. India 66
  • 8. South Africa 49
  • 9. Scotland 36
  • 10. United States 36
  • 11. Germany 35
  • 12. South Korea 32
  • 13. Thailand 29
  • 14. Iran 25
  • 15. Netherlands 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,400
Australian 1,889
Italian 1,004
Irish 670
Scottish 563
Chinese 382
German 238
Filipino 156
Dutch 115
New Zealander 89

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,673
Both parents born in Australia
2,936
Both parents born overseas
1,063
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.2%
No Religion
35.4%
Buddhism
2.1%
Islam
0.8%
Hinduism
0.7%
Sikhism
0.5%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
418 (6.0%)
5-14 years
915 (13.1%)
15-19 years
404 (5.8%)
20-24 years
392 (5.6%)
25-34 years
638 (9.2%)
35-44 years
900 (12.9%)
45-54 years
1,013 (14.5%)
55-64 years
846 (12.1%)
65-74 years
634 (9.1%)
75-84 years
551 (7.9%)
85+ years
259 (3.7%)

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