North Curl Curl
NSW 2099 • Greater Sydney
About North Curl Curl
North Curl Curl is an affluent beachside suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches, located approximately 17 km northeast of the Sydney CBD. With a population of around 4,288 and a median age of 40, it is a tightly held family suburb known for its stunning coastal setting between Curl Curl Beach and Dee Why Lagoon. The community is predominantly Australian-born with strong English and Irish heritage, and household incomes are well above the Sydney median.
The suburb offers an exceptional outdoor lifestyle with pristine beaches, coastal walking trails, and the Dee Why to Manly walk attracting residents and visitors alike. Families dominate the demographic, drawn by excellent schools, a safe neighbourhood feel, and the iconic beach culture of the Northern Beaches. Local cafés, surf clubs, and weekend markets add to the relaxed village atmosphere, while Warringah Mall nearby provides comprehensive shopping. The median mortgage of ,000/month reflects the premium placed on this coveted coastal location.
North Curl Curl falls under postcode 2099 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
- Route 136 — Manly Wharf 15-20 min
- Route 155 — Chatswood via Warringah Mall 25-30 min
- Route B1 (B-Line) — Sydney CBD via Warringah Mall and Spit Bridge 45-55 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ No train station on the Northern Beaches. Most commuters use the B-Line express bus or drive to Manly for the ferry. The Spit Bridge can cause peak-hour delays.
Local shops and beach are walkable, but most amenities and commuting require bus or car travel.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cromer Public School ICSEA 10919971 0499 Carcoola Rd
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120 South Creek Rd
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210 Headland Road
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Dee Why Public School ICSEA 10289971 8635 Regent St
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Fisher Road School ICSEA 10509981 5222 115 Fisher Rd
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Narraweena Public School ICSEA 10599971 5778 72-78 MCINTOSH ROAD
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59 Oaks Avenue
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166 Alfred Street
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Curl Curl North Public School ICSEA 111694748600 Playfair Rd
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138 Abbott Rd
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 Curl Curl by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View North Curl Curl Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "North Curl Curl" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
22 state housing + 9 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 367
- 2. United States 65
- 3. New Zealand 62
- 4. South Africa 43
- 5. Italy 35
- 6. Brazil 34
- 7. Canada 34
- 8. Germany 31
- 9. China 30
- 10. Ireland 26
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)