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North Balgowlah

NSW 2093 • Greater Sydney

3,816
Population (2021)
$219,024
Median Household Income
1.12 km²
Area
$825/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyNorthern BeachesLeafyLifestyleEstablished

About North Balgowlah

North Balgowlah is a northern beaches suburb in Sydney, about 13 km north-east of the CBD within Northern Beaches Council. The 2021 Census population is 3,816, with a predominantly family-residential profile. It is positioned between Seaforth, Balgowlah and bushland around Manly Dam reserve areas. The suburb has a leafy, low-rise character with strong local community facilities.

Residents enjoy proximity to parklands, bushwalking and recreation at Manly Dam, while accessing major shopping and services in nearby Balgowlah and Manly centres. The area is popular with families for its schools, quiet streets and northern beaches lifestyle. Public transport is bus-based, connecting to Manly, Warringah hubs and central Sydney routes. North Balgowlah appeals to households wanting suburban calm within reach of beaches and city employment.

North Balgowlah falls under postcode 2093 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
2093
Urban Area
Manly - Warringah
LGA / Council
Northern Beaches
Federal Electorate
Warringah
State Electorate
Manly
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.79°, 151.25°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.12 km²
Elevation
81m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$3.52M
44 sales · ▲ 30.4% 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)
$825
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$4,005
Avg Household Size
3.3 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.5%

17 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wynyard Station (CBD access point)
13 km
Not walkable
Chatswood Station
12 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • B-Line and feeder connections (nearby corridors) — Sydney CBD 45-75 min
  • Northern Beaches local routes — Manly / Balgowlah / Warringah Mall 15-40 min
  • Cross-regional buses — Chatswood / North Sydney 35-65 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
13 km
By Train
Not direct; bus to rail hubs then train
By Bus
45-75 min
By Car (Peak)
35-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-40 min

🛣️ Public transport is bus-led, with optional rail transfer via Chatswood or city termini.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local schools, parks and neighbourhood shops are accessible on foot, but many commuting trips rely on buses or cars.

🛒 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 North Balgowlah. 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
3,667
Census 2021
3,816
▲ 4.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$51,064
Personal Income 2021
$65,208
▲ 27.7% 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
$65,208 / yr
$1254/wk
Household
$219,024 / yr
$4212/wk
Family
$237,588 / yr
$4569/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,628
Born Overseas 1,135

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 440
  • 2. South Africa 120
  • 3. New Zealand 70
  • 4. Scotland 46
  • 5. United States 39
  • 6. Ireland 34
  • 7. Canada 32
  • 8. China 28
  • 9. Germany 28
  • 10. France 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,795
Australian 1,356
Irish 507
Scottish 443
German 174
Italian 158
South African 135
Chinese 103
Dutch 82
Welsh 63

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,522
Both parents born in Australia
1,515
Both parents born overseas
710
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.7%
No Religion
44.7%
Judaism
0.6%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.4%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
240 (6.3%)
5-14 years
844 (22.1%)
15-19 years
304 (8.0%)
20-24 years
150 (3.9%)
25-34 years
179 (4.7%)
35-44 years
579 (15.2%)
45-54 years
715 (18.7%)
55-64 years
378 (9.9%)
65-74 years
256 (6.7%)
75-84 years
133 (3.5%)
85+ years
39 (1.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Balgowlah known for? +

North Balgowlah is a northern beaches suburb in Sydney, about 13 km north-east of the CBD within Northern Beaches Council. The 2021 Census population is 3,816, with a predominantly family-residential profile.

How far is North Balgowlah from Sydney CBD? +

North Balgowlah is approximately 13 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around 35-70 min during peak hour and 25-40 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately Not direct; bus to rail hubs then train.

Does North Balgowlah have public transport? +

North Balgowlah is served by Wynyard Station (CBD access point) station (13 km, approximately Not walkable walk) on the Sydney Trains city hub via bus connection. Local bus services including B-Line and feeder connections (nearby corridors) also connect residents to Sydney CBD.

What is the population of North Balgowlah? +

According to the 2021 Census, North Balgowlah has a population of approximately 3,816 residents.

Is North Balgowlah a good place to live? +

North Balgowlah is considered a good place for families, with a suburban setting and access to schools, parks, and local services. Its community character makes it appealing to households at various life stages.

What is the postcode for North Balgowlah? +

The postcode for North Balgowlah in NSW is 2093.

What is the average income in North Balgowlah? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in North Balgowlah is about $1,254 per week (around $65,200 per year). The median household income is $4,212 per week and the median family income is $4,569 per week.

What is the median house price in North Balgowlah? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $3,520,000, up 30.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of North Balgowlah? +

The median age in North Balgowlah is 39. The largest age group is 5–14 (844 residents, around 22%). Around 36% of residents are under 20 and about 11% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is North Balgowlah a safe area? +

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

In North Balgowlah, the median weekly rent is $825, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $4,005 (2021 Census).