How far is Fairlight from Sydney CBD?

Fairlight is approximately 13 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 40-60 min in peak hour and 25 min off-peak.

Does Fairlight have public transport?

The nearest train station is Manly Wharf (Ferry) (1 km away, approximately 12 min walk) on the Manly Ferry to Circular Quay. Bus services include 135, 136, 139, running to Manly Wharf in approximately 5-8 min.

What is the population of Fairlight?

According to the 2021 Census, Fairlight has a population of 6,141 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Fairlight a good place to live?

Fairlight is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The suburb is within walking distance of Manly Beach, the Corso shopping strip, and the Manly Ferry wharf.

What is the postcode for Fairlight?

The postcode for Fairlight is 2094. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Fairlight?

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Fairlight is about $1,491 per week (around $77,500 per year). The median household income is $3,251 per week and the median family income is $4,187 per week.

What is the median house price in Fairlight?

As of 2025, the median house price is $3,950,000, up 13.7% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,737,500, up 8.9% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Fairlight?

The median age in Fairlight is 39. The largest age group is 35–44 (977 residents, around 16%). Around 22% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Fairlight a safe area?

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

In Fairlight, the median weekly rent is $720, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,467 (2021 Census).

Fairlight

NSW 2094 • Greater Sydney

6,141

Population (2021)

$169,052

Median Household Income

1.17 km²

Area

$720/wk

Median Rent

CoastalFamily-FriendlyHarboursidePremiumVillage Feel

About Fairlight

Fairlight is a charming harbourside suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches, located 13 kilometres north-east of the Sydney CBD within the Northern Beaches Council area. The suburb has a population of around 6,146 (2021 census) and sits between Balgowlah and Manly on both sides of Sydney Road. Named after Fairlight House built in 1853, the suburb has a predominantly Anglo-Australian demographic with English, Australian, and Irish heritage.

Fairlight offers a coastal village lifestyle with the popular Fairlight Beach and rock pool as highlights. The suburb is within walking distance of Manly Beach, the Corso shopping strip, and the Manly Ferry wharf. It attracts families and professionals who value the beachside lifestyle, good schools, and strong community feel. Local cafes, parks, and harbour walks make it a highly desirable Northern Beaches address.

Fairlight falls under postcode 2094 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

2094

Urban Area

Manly - Warringah

LGA / Council

Northern Beaches

Federal Electorate

Warringah

State Electorate

Manly

Type

Major Urban

Timezone

Sydney (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-33.79°, 151.27°

Statistical Area

Greater Sydney

Area

1.17 km²

Elevation

38m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House

$3.95M

34 sales · ▲ 13.7% vs 2024

🏢Unit / Apartment

$1.74M

96 sales · ▲ 8.9% 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)

$720

Median Mortgage (monthly)

$3,467

Avg Household Size

2.4 people

Median Age

39 years

Social Housing (% of dwellings)

0.4%

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Manly Wharf (Ferry)

1 km

12 min

Bus Services

135, 136, 139 — Manly Wharf 5-8 min
E43 — Sydney CBD via Spit Bridge 40-50 min
178, 179 — Sydney CBD via Military Rd 45-55 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance

13 km

By Bus

40-55 min

By Car (Peak)

40-60 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

25 min

🛣️ No direct train; Manly Ferry (18 min) is the most popular commute option

Walkability Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot with easy access to Manly shops and beaches

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Northern Beaches Local Government Area, which contains Fairlight. 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

5,840

Census 2021

6,141

▲ 5.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

$65,000

Personal Income 2021

$77,532

▲ 19.3% 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

$77,532 / yr

$1491/wk

Household

$169,052 / yr

$3251/wk

Family

$217,724 / yr

$4187/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,924

Born Overseas 2,010

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

1. England 704
2. New Zealand 143
3. United States 141
4. South Africa 131
5. Ireland 60
6. Brazil 59
7. Scotland 53
8. France 49
9. Germany 49
10. Canada 45
11. China 34
12. Italy 34
13. Netherlands 33
14. Philippines 27
15. India 23

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,848

Australian 1,829

Irish 945

Scottish 790

German 276

Italian 253

Dutch 120

French 119

Chinese 114

Welsh 94

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,509

Both parents born in Australia

2,404

Both parents born overseas

1,009

One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion

51.6%

Christianity

41.6%

Buddhism

0.6%

Judaism

0.4%

Hinduism

0.3%

Islam

0.2%

Sikhism

0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years

406 (6.6%)

5-14 years

654 (10.6%)

15-19 years

302 (4.9%)

20-24 years

264 (4.3%)

25-34 years

958 (15.6%)

35-44 years

977 (15.9%)

45-54 years

852 (13.9%)

55-64 years

790 (12.9%)

65-74 years

527 (8.6%)

75-84 years

317 (5.2%)

85+ years

102 (1.7%)