Northbridge
NSW 2063 • Greater Sydney
About Northbridge
Northbridge is a prestigious suburb on Sydney's Lower North Shore, located just 6 km north of the CBD in the City of Willoughby. With a population of approximately 6,500 residents and a median age of 40-59, the suburb attracts affluent families and professionals. Owner-occupancy rates are high at around 80%, reflecting the desirability of this established residential enclave.
Occupying a peninsula extending into Middle Harbour, Northbridge enjoys a unique setting surrounded by bushland and water on three sides, with no through traffic. The historic Long Gully Suspension Bridge (1892) is an iconic landmark connecting the suburb to Cammeray. Residents benefit from Northbridge Plaza shopping, excellent schools including St Philip Neri Catholic Primary, and easy access to the major retail and transport hub of Chatswood just 3 km away.
Northbridge falls under postcode 2063 and is governed by Willoughby Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Willoughby electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 202, 203, 207 — Chatswood Interchange 10-15 min
- 257, 261 — City via Military Road 25-35 min
Commute to Sydney
🛣️ Bus connections to Chatswood for Metro/T1 train access; no direct station in suburb
Northbridge Plaza provides local shopping; hilly terrain but walkable village centre
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths79-113 Sailors Bay Road Northbridge 2063 NSW
Schools
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Northbridge Public School ICSEA 11819958 7122 296a Sailors Bay Rd
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67 Baringa Road
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55 Sailors Bay Road
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 Northbridge by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Northbridge Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Northbridge" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
0 state housing + 4 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 310
- 2. China 250
- 3. Hong Kong 135
- 4. New Zealand 120
- 5. Japan 104
- 6. South Africa 71
- 7. Malaysia 69
- 8. United States 68
- 9. India 44
- 10. Germany 42
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)