North Narrabeen

NSW 2101 • Greater Sydney

6,016
Population (2021)
$54,496
Median Income
2.54 km²
Area
$665/wk
Median Rent
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About North Narrabeen

North Narrabeen is a coastal suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches, situated approximately 28 kilometres north of the CBD within the Northern Beaches Council area. With a population of around 6,016 and a median age of 40, it attracts a broad mix of established families and long-term residents drawn to its relaxed beachside lifestyle. The median household income of $2,711 per week is well above the national average, with housing ranging from renovated beach cottages to contemporary family homes.

The suburb is best known for Narrabeen Lagoon and the iconic stretch of Narrabeen Beach, which form the heart of community life and draw surfers, kayakers, and swimmers year-round. Local amenities include cafes, restaurants, and everyday retail along the Narrabeen village strip, with easy access to the broader Northern Beaches shopping precinct. Frequent bus services connect residents to Manly, Dee Why, and the Sydney CBD, making it a popular choice for families and professionals who value coastal living without sacrificing urban convenience.

North Narrabeen falls under postcode 2101 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pittwater electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2101
Urban Area
Pittwater
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.70°, 151.30°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.54 km²
Elevation
6m

🛒 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 Narrabeen by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View North Narrabeen Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$665
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,200
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
40 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,852
Census 2021
6,016
2.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$43,836
Income 2021
$54,496
24.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,556
Born Overseas 1,267

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 409
  • 2. New Zealand 110
  • 3. South Africa 69
  • 4. Brazil 53
  • 5. Germany 40
  • 6. Netherlands 40
  • 7. Philippines 35
  • 8. United States 33
  • 9. Ireland 32
  • 10. Croatia 26

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,598
Australian 2,301
Irish 728
Scottish 639
German 271
Italian 217
Dutch 163
New Zealander 89
Australian Aboriginal 84
Chinese 82

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,016
Both parents born in Australia
1,688
Both parents born overseas
1,087
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.7%
No Religion
46.2%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
395 (6.6%)
5-14 years
912 (15.2%)
15-19 years
417 (6.9%)
20-24 years
287 (4.8%)
25-34 years
600 (10.0%)
35-44 years
816 (13.6%)
45-54 years
907 (15.1%)
55-64 years
766 (12.7%)
65-74 years
547 (9.1%)
75-84 years
282 (4.7%)
85+ years
86 (1.4%)

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