North Balgowlah
NSW 2093 • Greater Sydney
About North Balgowlah
North Balgowlah is a northern beaches suburb in Sydney, about 13 km north-east of the CBD within Northern Beaches Council. The 2021 Census population is 3,816, with a predominantly family-residential profile. It is positioned between Seaforth, Balgowlah and bushland around Manly Dam reserve areas. The suburb has a leafy, low-rise character with strong local community facilities.
Residents enjoy proximity to parklands, bushwalking and recreation at Manly Dam, while accessing major shopping and services in nearby Balgowlah and Manly centres. The area is popular with families for its schools, quiet streets and northern beaches lifestyle. Public transport is bus-based, connecting to Manly, Warringah hubs and central Sydney routes. North Balgowlah appeals to households wanting suburban calm within reach of beaches and city employment.
North Balgowlah falls under postcode 2093 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
- B-Line and feeder connections (nearby corridors) — Sydney CBD 45-75 min
- Northern Beaches local routes — Manly / Balgowlah / Warringah Mall 15-40 min
- Cross-regional buses — Chatswood / North Sydney 35-65 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Public transport is bus-led, with optional rail transfer via Chatswood or city termini.
Local schools, parks and neighbourhood shops are accessible on foot, but many commuting trips rely on buses or cars.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Balgowlah Heights Public School ICSEA 11779948 2225 Lewis St
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Manly West Public School ICSEA 11479948 2257 Griffiths St
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Maretimo St
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Wanganella Street
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Manly Vale Public School ICSEA 11299907 9672 Sunshine St
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Campbell Pde & Quirk Rd
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63 Gordon Street
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Balgowlah North Public School ICSEA 11699949 4499 10 Manning Street
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9 Bardoo Avenue
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 North Balgowlah by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View North Balgowlah Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "North Balgowlah" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
17 state housing + 0 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 440
- 2. South Africa 120
- 3. New Zealand 70
- 4. Scotland 46
- 5. United States 39
- 6. Ireland 34
- 7. Canada 32
- 8. China 28
- 9. Germany 28
- 10. France 21
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)