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Newport

NSW 2106 • Greater Sydney

9,659
Population (2021)
$58,552
Median Income
3.81 km²
Area
12m
Elevation
CoastalAffluentBeach LifestyleSailingFamily-Friendly

About Newport

Newport is a scenic coastal suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches peninsula, located 31 kilometres north of the CBD in the Northern Beaches Council area. With a population of around 9,660, it occupies a stunning position between the Pacific Ocean to the east and the tranquil waters of Pittwater to the west. The suburb is known for its affluent, predominantly Australian-born demographic with a relaxed beach lifestyle and strong community identity.

Life in Newport revolves around its beautiful beach, popular surf club, and vibrant café culture along Barrenjoey Road. The suburb is home to prestigious yacht clubs including the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club, making it a sailing hotspot. Residents enjoy the iconic Newport Arms Hotel overlooking Pittwater, excellent schools, and easy access to bushwalking trails. Newport attracts professionals, families, and retirees seeking a premium coastal lifestyle with village charm.

Newport falls under postcode 2106 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pittwater electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2106
Urban Area
Pittwater
LGA
Northern Beaches
Federal Electorate
Mackellar
State Electorate
Pittwater
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.66°, 151.32°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
3.81 km²
Elevation
12m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • L90, 199, E89 — City via Dee Why/B-Line 70-80 min
  • E60 — Chatswood via Mona Vale 50 min
  • 156, 159 — Mona Vale Interchange 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
31 km
By Bus
70-85 min (L90/B-Line connection at Mona Vale)
By Car (Peak)
60-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 min

🛣️ No direct train service. B-Line stops at Mona Vale (5km south). Best to connect via Mona Vale interchange.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Village centre is walkable with cafes and shops on Barrenjoey Road. Beach and Pittwater foreshore accessible on foot. Car useful for broader area.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

M24 Japanese Midget Submarine wreck site
(not given), Unincorporated waters NSW Coastline • SHR #01785

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$600
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,000
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
9,301
Census 2021
9,659
▲ 3.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$46,852
Income 2021
$58,552
▲ 25.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 7,211
Born Overseas 2,150

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 758
  • 2. New Zealand 169
  • 3. South Africa 130
  • 4. United States 101
  • 5. Germany 76
  • 6. Scotland 55
  • 7. Canada 42
  • 8. Netherlands 41
  • 9. India 39
  • 10. Italy 36
  • 11. Brazil 31
  • 12. Philippines 31
  • 13. France 29
  • 14. Ireland 26
  • 15. China 24

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 4,601
Australian 3,269
Irish 1,350
Scottish 1,304
German 429
Italian 340
Dutch 198
New Zealander 124
South African 118
Chinese 115

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,070
Both parents born in Australia
2,608
Both parents born overseas
1,661
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.3%
Christianity
46.1%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.3%
Judaism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
460 (4.8%)
5-14 years
1,078 (11.2%)
15-19 years
628 (6.5%)
20-24 years
546 (5.7%)
25-34 years
960 (9.9%)
35-44 years
984 (10.2%)
45-54 years
1,453 (15.0%)
55-64 years
1,624 (16.8%)
65-74 years
1,148 (11.9%)
75-84 years
612 (6.3%)
85+ years
164 (1.7%)

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