Is Seaforth NSW a good suburb to live in?

Seaforth is consistently rated as one of Sydney's most desirable Northern Beaches suburbs, prized for its leafy streets, harbour proximity, quality schools, and tight-knit community feel.

How do you get from Seaforth to Sydney CBD?

Seaforth is bus-only. Routes 136 and 139 connect to the city in approximately 45–60 minutes. An alternative is to catch the 178 bus to Manly Wharf and take the Manly Ferry to Circular Quay in about 30 minutes.

What schools are in Seaforth NSW?

Seaforth has Seaforth Public School (Government, K-6) and St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School. Secondary students typically attend Balgowlah Boys Campus or Northern Beaches Secondary College.

What is the population of Seaforth NSW?

According to the 2021 Census, Seaforth had a population of approximately 7,384 people.

What LGA is Seaforth NSW in?

Seaforth is located in the Northern Beaches Council local government area.

Seaforth

NSW 2092 • Greater Sydney

7,384

Population (2021)

$65,676

Median Income

3.11 km²

Area

$875/wk

Median Rent

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About Seaforth

Seaforth is a leafy, affluent residential suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches, nestled between Middle Harbour and Balgowlah Heights. With a population of around 7,384, it falls within the Northern Beaches Council area and is prized for its peaceful streets, harbour glimpses, and proximity to Manly and Mosman. The suburb is characterised by large family homes, bushland reserves, and a strong sense of established community.

Seaforth offers a relaxed harbour-side lifestyle with excellent amenities within a short drive. The local Seaforth Village shopping strip provides cafes, a supermarket, and services for everyday needs, while the suburb's position gives easy access to the beaches of Manly and Balgowlah. Families are drawn to the suburb for its quality schools, quiet streets, and proximity to nature reserves and Middle Harbour walking trails.

Seaforth falls under postcode 2092 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Manly electorate.

📍 Location

State

New South Wales

Postcode

2092

Urban Area

Manly - Warringah

LGA / Council

Northern Beaches

Federal Electorate

Warringah

State Electorate

Manly

Type

Major Urban

Timezone

Sydney (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-33.79°, 151.24°

Statistical Area

Greater Sydney

Area

3.11 km²

Elevation

86m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Manly Wharf (Ferry)

5.5 km

N/A (drive/bus)

Artarmon Station

8 km

N/A (drive/bus)

Bus Services

136, 139 — City (Wynyard/Neutral Bay) 45-60 min
178 — Manly Wharf 15 min
782n — The Forest High School 20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance

16 km

By Train

No direct train; bus to Wynyard ~55 min or ferry from Manly ~30 min

By Car (Peak)

35-55 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

25-35 min

🛣️ Bus-only suburb; Spit Bridge can cause delays; Manly Ferry via bus is a popular option

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Good footpaths and local village shops within walking distance; hilly terrain in some areas

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏫

Palm Avenue School

21 Dalwood Ave

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🏫

Seaforth Public School ICSEA 1165

9948 1694 37 Kempbridge Avenue

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🔍 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 Seaforth by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Seaforth Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)

$875

Median Mortgage (monthly)

$4,333

Avg Household Size

3.1 people

Median Age

42 years

Social Housing (% of dwellings)

1.9%

40 state housing + 4 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

7,139

Census 2021

7,384

▲ 3.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016

$55,224

Income 2021

$65,676

▲ 18.9% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,789

Born Overseas 2,393

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

1. England 702
2. China 183
3. New Zealand 162
4. South Africa 126
5. United States 112
6. Ireland 80
7. Hong Kong 63
8. Germany 52
9. Scotland 48
10. Italy 36
11. Malaysia 35
12. Singapore 34
13. Canada 31
14. Wales 27
15. France 26

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,148

Australian 2,171

Irish 1,020

Scottish 822

Chinese 453

Italian 396

German 307

Greek 167

Dutch 124

South African 124

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,802

Both parents born in Australia

3,043

Both parents born overseas

1,312

One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity

50.6%

No Religion

41.9%

Buddhism

1.0%

Islam

0.4%

Judaism

0.3%

Hinduism

0.3%

Sikhism

0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years

436 (5.9%)

5-14 years

1,275 (17.3%)

15-19 years

590 (8.0%)

20-24 years

361 (4.9%)

25-34 years

434 (5.9%)

35-44 years

903 (12.2%)

45-54 years

1,325 (17.9%)

55-64 years

937 (12.7%)

65-74 years