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Northwood

NSW 2066 • New South Wales

916
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
0.38 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
AffluentInner CityHistoric

About Northwood

Northwood is a small, leafy and highly affluent suburb on the Lower North Shore of Sydney, located within the Lane Cove local government area approximately 8 kilometres north of the CBD. Occupying just 0.38 square kilometres on a peninsula bounded by the Lane Cove River, the suburb has a population of around 916 residents and is one of Sydney's most exclusive waterfront enclaves, with large homes enjoying river views and direct bushland access.

Northwood residents enjoy a tranquil, riverside lifestyle with access to Lane Cove National Park and the Lane Cove River, which is popular for kayaking, rowing, and foreshore walks. The suburb is served by bus routes connecting to St Leonards station and Lane Cove village, and a heritage Captain Cook Cruises ferry service occasionally calls at the Northwood wharf. Everyday amenities are found in neighbouring Lane Cove and Longueville, while the suburb attracts professionals and families drawn to its bush-meets-water setting and elite school catchments.

Northwood falls under postcode 2066 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Willoughby electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2066
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Bennelong
State Electorate
Willoughby
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.82°, 151.16°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.38 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

St Leonards Station
3.5 km
Not walkable
Chatswood Station
4.5 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • 536, 537 — St Leonards Station / Chatswood 15-20 min to St Leonards

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
8 km
By Train
~25 min via bus to St Leonards then T1 to Central
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min via Pacific Hwy or Lane Cove Tunnel
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Bus to St Leonards or Chatswood for rail; Lane Cove Tunnel offers fast CBD access by car

Walkability Car-Dependent

Limited local amenities within walking distance; bus stops accessible but no shops in Northwood itself

🛒 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 Northwood by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Northwood Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
916
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Northwood NSW located? +

Northwood is a small waterfront suburb on Sydney's Lower North Shore, situated on a peninsula along the Lane Cove River, about 8 kilometres north of the Sydney CBD in the Lane Cove local government area.

What is Northwood NSW known for? +

Northwood is known for its exclusive riverside homes, leafy bushland setting, and quiet residential character. It borders Lane Cove National Park and is one of Sydney's smallest and most sought-after suburbs.

How do you get from Northwood to the Sydney CBD? +

The most common route is by bus (routes 536 or 537) to St Leonards station, then by train to Central — around 25 minutes total off-peak. By car, the Lane Cove Tunnel provides a quick 15-20 minute route off-peak.

What is the median income in Northwood NSW? +

Northwood has one of the highest income profiles on the North Shore; the ATO postcode median taxable income for 2066 was approximately $69,500, reflecting the suburb's affluent professional demographic.