Warrawee

NSW 2074 • Greater Sydney

3,170
Population (2021)
$59,956
Median Income
1.34 km²
Area
$650/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyLeafy SuburbAffluentHeritageRail Access

About Warrawee

Warrawee is a prestigious residential suburb on Sydney's Upper North Shore, located approximately 17 kilometres north-west of the CBD in the Ku-ring-gai local government area. With a population of around 3,170 (2021 census), it covers just 1.3 square kilometres at an elevation of roughly 189 metres above sea level. The suburb is characterised by leafy streets, large heritage-listed homes on generous blocks, and a strong sense of quiet, established community. Its name is believed to derive from an Aboriginal word meaning 'stay here'.

Warrawee is one of Sydney's most sought-after Upper North Shore addresses, attracting affluent families who value privacy, good schools, and proximity to nature. The suburb is served by Warrawee railway station on the North Shore Line, providing direct access to the Sydney CBD. Nearby Turramurra and Wahroonga offer shopping, dining, and schools including Knox Grammar and Abbotsleigh. The suburb's peaceful bushland character, generous lot sizes, and high median household incomes make it a standout choice for families seeking space and serenity.

Warrawee falls under postcode 2074 and is governed by Ku-ring-gai Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wahroonga electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2074
Urban Area
Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.73°, 151.12°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.34 km²
Elevation
187m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Warrawee
0.5 km
6 min
Turramurra
1.1 km
14 min
Wahroonga
1.3 km
16 min

Bus Services

  • 575,576 — Chatswood via Artarmon 35 min
  • 577 — Gordon Station 10 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
17 km
By Train
35 min to Central
By Bus
60 min via Chatswood
By Car (Peak)
40–55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25–30 min

🛣️ T1 North Shore Line runs frequently with direct services to Wynyard and Central.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Warrawee is primarily residential with limited walkable amenities. Most errands require a car or short drive to Turramurra or Wahroonga village centres.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Warrawee, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

16 Fox Valley Road Wahroonga • SHR #00184
23 Roland Avenue Wahroonga • SHR #01800

🔍 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 Warrawee by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Warrawee Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$650
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,500
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
42 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,995
Census 2021
3,170
5.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$51,636
Income 2021
$59,956
16.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,830
Born Overseas 1,272

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 325
  • 2. England 151
  • 3. India 104
  • 4. South Africa 95
  • 5. South Korea 77
  • 6. Hong Kong 68
  • 7. New Zealand 53
  • 8. Malaysia 33
  • 9. Sri Lanka 31
  • 10. Scotland 27

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,078
Australian 751
Chinese 640
Scottish 342
Irish 298
Indian 140
German 112
Korean 107
South African 74
Italian 62

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,113
Both parents born in Australia
1,562
Both parents born overseas
410
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.5%
No Religion
43.2%
Hinduism
3.8%
Buddhism
2.1%
Judaism
0.9%
Islam
0.8%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
128 (4.0%)
5-14 years
447 (14.1%)
15-19 years
274 (8.6%)
20-24 years
203 (6.4%)
25-34 years
227 (7.2%)
35-44 years
430 (13.6%)
45-54 years
476 (15.0%)
55-64 years
431 (13.6%)
65-74 years
291 (9.2%)
75-84 years
188 (5.9%)
85+ years
71 (2.2%)

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