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Allambie Heights

NSW 2100 • Greater Sydney

7,317
Population (2021)
$150,280
Median Household Income
6.67 km²
Area
$600/wk
Median Rent
Northern BeachesBushlandFamily-FriendlyAffluentNature

About Allambie Heights

Allambie Heights is a tranquil residential suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches, located 17.5 kilometres north-east of the CBD. With a population of around 7,300, the suburb attracts established families and professionals with an average age of 40-59 years. Home ownership is very high at 82%, reflecting the area's affluent, stable character with family households making up 56% of residents.

The name Allambie is an Aboriginal word meaning "peaceful place", which aptly describes this leafy suburb bordered by Manly Dam Reserve to the south and Garigal National Park to the west. The suburb features significant Aboriginal rock carvings in Gumbooya Reserve and streets named after World War II battles. Residents enjoy proximity to Northern Beaches beaches, Warringah Mall at Brookvale, and local retirement villages. The median house price of around .5 million reflects its desirability.

Allambie Heights falls under postcode 2100 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wakehurst electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2100
Urban Area
Manly - Warringah
LGA / Council
Northern Beaches
Federal Electorate
Warringah
State Electorate
Wakehurst
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.77°, 151.25°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
6.67 km²
Elevation
92m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Allambie Heights for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$2.68M
70 sales · ▲ 6.2% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$620K
5 sales · vs 2024 n/a

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$600
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,467
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.2%

3 state housing + 96 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • 142, 178 — Manly Wharf, Warringah Mall 10-20 min
  • 280 — Sydney CBD via Spit Bridge 45-55 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
17.5 km
By Bus
45-60 min
By Car (Peak)
35-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-35 min

🛣️ B-Line accessible from Warringah Mall for express CBD service

Walkability Car-Dependent

Local shops walkable, car needed for most errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Allambie Heights, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Manly Warringah War Memorial Park
Manly Warringah War Memorial Park • SHR #02073

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Northern Beaches Local Government Area, which contains Allambie Heights. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
62 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.9%
Motor vehicle theft
55.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.5%
Non-DV assault
204.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
4.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
130.4 / 100k
2yr Down 23.8% 10yr Down 9.1%
View all 62 offence types for Northern Beaches →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,009
Census 2021
7,317
▲ 4.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$40,404
Personal Income 2021
$52,312
▲ 29.5% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$52,312 / yr
$1006/wk
Household
$150,280 / yr
$2890/wk
Family
$171,496 / yr
$3298/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,138
Born Overseas 2,058

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 583
  • 2. New Zealand 142
  • 3. Italy 126
  • 4. China 111
  • 5. South Africa 88
  • 6. Ireland 70
  • 7. Germany 59
  • 8. Scotland 59
  • 9. United States 58
  • 10. India 54

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,000
Australian 2,598
Irish 960
Scottish 766
Italian 426
German 278
Chinese 232
Dutch 136
Greek 119
Welsh 104

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,141
Both parents born in Australia
2,639
Both parents born overseas
1,270
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.9%
No Religion
41.9%
Buddhism
1.1%
Hinduism
0.9%
Judaism
0.3%
Islam
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
386 (5.3%)
5-14 years
1,180 (16.1%)
15-19 years
483 (6.6%)
20-24 years
381 (5.2%)
25-34 years
499 (6.8%)
35-44 years
945 (12.9%)
45-54 years
1,224 (16.7%)
55-64 years
812 (11.1%)
65-74 years
649 (8.9%)
75-84 years
480 (6.6%)
85+ years
276 (3.8%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Allambie Heights known for? +

The name Allambie is an Aboriginal word meaning "peaceful place", which aptly describes this leafy suburb bordered by Manly Dam Reserve to the south and Garigal National Park to the west.

How far is Allambie Heights from Sydney CBD? +

Allambie Heights is approximately 17.5 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 35-50 min in peak hour and 25-35 min off-peak.

Does Allambie Heights have public transport? +

Bus services include 142, 178, running to Manly Wharf, Warringah Mall in approximately 10-20 min.

What is the population of Allambie Heights? +

According to the 2021 Census, Allambie Heights has a population of 7,317 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Allambie Heights a good place to live? +

Allambie Heights is well-suited to families and those seeking an upmarket lifestyle, offering a leafy, nature-connected lifestyle in NSW. The suburb features significant Aboriginal rock carvings in Gumbooya Reserve and streets named after World War II battles.

What is the postcode for Allambie Heights? +

The postcode for Allambie Heights is 2100. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Allambie Heights? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Allambie Heights is about $1,006 per week (around $52,300 per year). The median household income is $2,890 per week and the median family income is $3,298 per week.

What is the median house price in Allambie Heights? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,682,500, up 6.2% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $620,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Allambie Heights? +

The median age in Allambie Heights is 43. The largest age group is 45–54 (1,224 residents, around 17%). Around 28% of residents are under 20 and about 19% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Allambie Heights a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Allambie Heights is part of the Northern Beaches LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Allambie Heights? +

In Allambie Heights, the median weekly rent is $600, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,467 (2021 Census).