North Manly

NSW 2100 • Greater Sydney

3,396
Population (2021)
$59,332
Median Income
1.07 km²
Area
$675/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyCoastalBeachsideWell-ConnectedLifestyle

About North Manly

North Manly is a residential suburb on Sydney Northern Beaches, located 17 kilometres north-east of the Sydney CBD within the Northern Beaches Council area. It has a population of approximately 3,396 and a median age of 40, reflecting its appeal to young families and professionals. The suburb sits between Manly and Brookvale, offering a quieter alternative to its famous coastal neighbours while remaining just minutes from the beach.

The suburb is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, with Manly District Park and Nolan Reserve providing excellent green spaces for recreation. Warringah Golf Course borders the western edge. Residents enjoy easy access to Manly Beach, Freshwater Beach, and the Brookvale retail precinct including Warringah Mall. Local schools, cafés, and supermarkets are within walking distance, contributing to a high quality of life with a relaxed beachside feel.

North Manly falls under postcode 2100 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Manly electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2100
Urban Area
Manly - Warringah
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.78°, 151.28°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.07 km²
Elevation
33m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • E43, 139 — Sydney CBD via Spit Bridge 45–55 min
  • 178 — Manly Wharf 10 min
  • 136, 169 — Warringah Mall / Brookvale 5 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
17 km
By Train
N/A (no train; ferry from Manly Wharf ~20 min to Circular Quay)
By Bus
45–55 min via express bus
By Car (Peak)
35–50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25 min

🛣️ No train access; main commute options are express bus via Spit Bridge or ferry from nearby Manly Wharf

Walkability Very Walkable

Most daily errands can be accomplished on foot. Shops, cafés, parks, and beaches are all within walking distance.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Manly by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View North Manly Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "North Manly" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$675
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,600
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
40 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,090
Census 2021
3,396
9.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$45,552
Income 2021
$59,332
30.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,240
Born Overseas 1,029

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 246
  • 2. New Zealand 95
  • 3. Italy 60
  • 4. South Africa 48
  • 5. Germany 36
  • 6. Brazil 35
  • 7. United States 29
  • 8. China 28
  • 9. Scotland 25
  • 10. France 22

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,403
Australian 1,042
Irish 405
Scottish 363
Italian 210
German 141
Chinese 127
Dutch 77
New Zealander 58
Indian 46

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,331
Both parents born in Australia
1,364
Both parents born overseas
557
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.3%
No Religion
43.8%
Buddhism
1.6%
Hinduism
0.5%
Islam
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
169 (5.0%)
5-14 years
600 (17.7%)
15-19 years
260 (7.7%)
20-24 years
151 (4.4%)
25-34 years
309 (9.1%)
35-44 years
476 (14.0%)
45-54 years
611 (18.0%)
55-64 years
350 (10.3%)
65-74 years
257 (7.6%)
75-84 years
147 (4.3%)
85+ years
74 (2.2%)

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