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Curl Curl

NSW 2096 • Greater Sydney

2,364
Population (2021)
$201,240
Median Household Income
1.28 km²
Area
$705/wk
Median Rent
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About Curl Curl

Curl Curl is a sought-after beachside suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches, located approximately 14 kilometres northeast of the CBD in the Northern Beaches local government area. With a population of around 2,400, this compact suburb is centred around the beautiful Curl Curl Beach and lagoon. The name is derived from the Aboriginal word 'curial curial', thought to mean a type of fern or lagoon. The suburb has a relaxed coastal character with a mix of families and professionals who value the beach lifestyle.

Life in Curl Curl revolves around its stunning beach, popular with surfers, swimmers, and families alike. The Curl Curl Lagoon provides a calm swimming spot for children, while the coastal walk connecting Dee Why to Manly passes right through the suburb. Residents enjoy the John Fisher Park sporting complex, the Curl Curl Youth and Recreation Club, and several excellent schools nearby including Curl Curl North Public School. The suburb features a mix of renovated homes and modern builds on leafy streets, with strong community spirit evident in local surf clubs and sporting groups.

Curl Curl falls under postcode 2096 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Manly electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2096
Urban Area
Manly - Warringah
LGA / Council
Northern Beaches
Federal Electorate
Warringah
State Electorate
Manly
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.77°, 151.29°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.28 km²
Elevation
19m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$3.9M
29 sales · ▲ 2.6% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.57M
9 sales · ▼ 13.3% 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)
$705
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,775
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
40 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.8%

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Freshwater B-Line Stop
1.5 km
18 mins

Bus Services

  • 136 — Manly Wharf 15 mins
  • 139 — Manly Wharf via North Curl Curl 12 mins
  • B1 B-Line — Wynyard, Sydney CBD 40-50 mins

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
14 km
By Bus
40-55 mins via B-Line from Freshwater
By Car (Peak)
35-50 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 mins

🛣️ Alternative commute via Manly Ferry from Manly Wharf (30 min ferry + 15 min bus to Manly)

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Beach and parks easily accessible on foot; shops at Harbord Road and nearby Freshwater village

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Northern Beaches Local Government Area, which contains Curl Curl. 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
2,414
Census 2021
2,364
▼ 2.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$53,612
Personal Income 2021
$65,520
▲ 22.2% 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
$65,520 / yr
$1260/wk
Household
$201,240 / yr
$3870/wk
Family
$229,840 / yr
$4420/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,719
Born Overseas 570

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 191
  • 2. New Zealand 51
  • 3. United States 35
  • 4. South Africa 28
  • 5. Ireland 19
  • 6. Germany 17
  • 7. Scotland 17
  • 8. Brazil 16
  • 9. Italy 15
  • 10. Canada 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,074
Australian 818
Irish 347
Scottish 279
Italian 107
German 104
Dutch 59
New Zealander 44
French 35
Chinese 29

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,135
Both parents born in Australia
760
Both parents born overseas
384
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.3%
Christianity
44.6%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
118 (5.0%)
5-14 years
367 (15.5%)
15-19 years
203 (8.6%)
20-24 years
140 (5.9%)
25-34 years
227 (9.6%)
35-44 years
275 (11.6%)
45-54 years
456 (19.3%)
55-64 years
292 (12.4%)
65-74 years
166 (7.0%)
75-84 years
87 (3.7%)
85+ years
40 (1.7%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Curl Curl known for? +

Life in Curl Curl revolves around its stunning beach, popular with surfers, swimmers, and families alike.

How far is Curl Curl from Sydney CBD? +

Curl Curl is approximately 14 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 35-50 mins in peak hour and 20-25 mins off-peak.

Does Curl Curl have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Freshwater B-Line Stop (1.5 km away, approximately 18 mins walk) on the B-Line (express bus to City). Bus services include 136, running to Manly Wharf in approximately 15 mins.

What is the population of Curl Curl? +

According to the 2021 Census, Curl Curl has a population of 2,364 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Curl Curl a good place to live? +

Curl Curl is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The Curl Curl Lagoon provides a calm swimming spot for children, while the coastal walk connecting Dee Why to Manly passes right through the suburb.

What is the postcode for Curl Curl? +

The postcode for Curl Curl is 2096. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Curl Curl? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Curl Curl is about $1,260 per week (around $65,500 per year). The median household income is $3,870 per week and the median family income is $4,420 per week.

What is the median house price in Curl Curl? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $3,900,000, up 2.6% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,573,000, down 13.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Curl Curl? +

The median age in Curl Curl is 40. The largest age group is 45–54 (456 residents, around 19%). Around 29% of residents are under 20 and about 12% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Curl Curl a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Curl Curl 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 Curl Curl? +

In Curl Curl, the median weekly rent is $705, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,775 (2021 Census).