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Crows Nest

NSW 2065 • Greater Sydney

4,974
Population (2021)
$135,928
Median Household Income
0.76 km²
Area
$550/wk
Median Rent
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About Crows Nest

Crows Nest is a vibrant lower North Shore village known for its bustling dining strip, boutique shopping, and young professional crowd. Sitting between St Leonards and North Sydney, it offers an urban lifestyle with excellent transport links and a genuine neighbourhood feel. The main street along Willoughby Road is packed with restaurants, wine bars, and cafés that spill onto the footpath.

With a median income around $76k, Crows Nest attracts career-focused residents who appreciate quality food, good coffee, and walkable convenience. The suburb has transformed from a quiet residential area into one of the North Shore's most desirable spots for dining and nightlife. Despite its popularity, it retains a village atmosphere where locals know their barista by name.

Crows Nest falls under postcode 2065 and is governed by North Sydney Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Willoughby electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2065
Urban Area
Mosman - North Sydney
LGA / Council
North Sydney
Federal Electorate
Warringah
State Electorate
Willoughby
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.83°, 151.20°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.76 km²
Elevation
97m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$3.06M
48 sales · ▲ 13.5% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.11M
133 sales · ▲ 21.3% vs 2024

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)
$550
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,033
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.4%

21 state housing + 11 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local bus services — Sydney CBD Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
5 km
By Train
Train access via local station
By Car (Peak)
15-25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10-15 min

🛣️ Located 5 km from Sydney CBD

Walkability Car-Dependent

Local amenities are limited; most errands require a car or public transport

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    101-111 Willoughby Road Crows Nest 2065 NSW
  • Woolworths
    10 Falcon Street Crows Nest 2065 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Electricity Power House
23 Albany Street Crows Nest • SHR #00931

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the North Sydney Local Government Area, which contains Crows Nest. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
116.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.5%
Motor vehicle theft
56.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
179.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
135.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.1%
View all 62 offence types for North Sydney →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,798
Census 2021
4,974
▲ 3.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$70,304
Personal Income 2021
$86,164
▲ 22.6% 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
$86,164 / yr
$1657/wk
Household
$135,928 / yr
$2614/wk
Family
$198,224 / yr
$3812/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,833
Born Overseas 1,972

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 280
  • 2. New Zealand 158
  • 3. China 152
  • 4. India 113
  • 5. Japan 88
  • 6. United States 88
  • 7. Hong Kong 77
  • 8. Philippines 73
  • 9. South Africa 66
  • 10. Malaysia 53

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,635
Australian 1,219
Irish 621
Chinese 544
Scottish 516
Italian 235
German 190
Indian 163
Filipino 105
French 98

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,633
Both parents born in Australia
2,392
Both parents born overseas
757
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.4%
Christianity
36.0%
Buddhism
2.9%
Hinduism
2.7%
Judaism
1.1%
Islam
0.6%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
297 (6.0%)
5-14 years
380 (7.6%)
15-19 years
149 (3.0%)
20-24 years
255 (5.1%)
25-34 years
1,188 (23.9%)
35-44 years
1,062 (21.4%)
45-54 years
667 (13.4%)
55-64 years
464 (9.3%)
65-74 years
327 (6.6%)
75-84 years
138 (2.8%)
85+ years
47 (0.9%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Crows Nest known for? +

Crows Nest is a small suburban locality in NSW with approximately 4974 residents, known for its quiet character.

How far is Crows Nest from Sydney CBD? +

Crows Nest is approximately 5 kilometres from Sydney CBD, typically a 10-15 min drive outside peak hours.

Does Crows Nest have public transport? +

Crows Nest is served by local bus services connecting to the broader NSW network. Nearby train stations provide access to Sydney CBD.

What is the population of Crows Nest? +

According to the 2021 Census, Crows Nest has a population of approximately 4,974 residents.

Is Crows Nest a good place to live? +

Crows Nest suits those who appreciate a community-oriented neighbourhood with access to natural surroundings.

What is the postcode for Crows Nest? +

The postcode for Crows Nest, NSW is 2065.

What is the average income in Crows Nest? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Crows Nest is about $1,657 per week (around $86,200 per year). The median household income is $2,614 per week and the median family income is $3,812 per week.

What is the median house price in Crows Nest? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $3,062,500, up 13.5% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,110,000, up 21.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Crows Nest? +

The median age in Crows Nest is 36. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,188 residents, around 24%). Around 17% of residents are under 20 and about 10% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Crows Nest a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Crows Nest is part of the North Sydney 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 Crows Nest? +

In Crows Nest, the median weekly rent is $550, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,033 (2021 Census).