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Warrawee

NSW 2074 • Greater Sydney

3,170
Population (2021)
$176,176
Median Household Income
1.34 km²
Area
$650/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyLeafy SuburbAffluentHeritageRail Access

About Warrawee

Warrawee is a prestigious residential suburb on Sydney's Upper North Shore, located approximately 17 kilometres north-west of the CBD in the Ku-ring-gai local government area. With a population of around 3,170 (2021 census), it covers just 1.3 square kilometres at an elevation of roughly 189 metres above sea level. The suburb is characterised by leafy streets, large heritage-listed homes on generous blocks, and a strong sense of quiet, established community. Its name is believed to derive from an Aboriginal word meaning 'stay here'.

Warrawee is one of Sydney's most sought-after Upper North Shore addresses, attracting affluent families who value privacy, good schools, and proximity to nature. The suburb is served by Warrawee railway station on the North Shore Line, providing direct access to the Sydney CBD. Nearby Turramurra and Wahroonga offer shopping, dining, and schools including Knox Grammar and Abbotsleigh. The suburb's peaceful bushland character, generous lot sizes, and high median household incomes make it a standout choice for families seeking space and serenity.

Warrawee falls under postcode 2074 and is governed by Ku-ring-gai Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wahroonga electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2074
Urban Area
Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai
LGA / Council
Ku-ring-gai
Federal Electorate
Bradfield
State Electorate
Wahroonga
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.73°, 151.12°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.34 km²
Elevation
187m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$4.4M
29 sales · ▼ 10.2% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$828K
33 sales · ▼ 4.3% 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)
$650
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,500
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
42 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Warrawee
0.5 km
6 min
Turramurra
1.1 km
14 min
Wahroonga
1.3 km
16 min

Bus Services

  • 575,576 — Chatswood via Artarmon 35 min
  • 577 — Gordon Station 10 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
17 km
By Train
35 min to Central
By Bus
60 min via Chatswood
By Car (Peak)
40–55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25–30 min

🛣️ T1 North Shore Line runs frequently with direct services to Wynyard and Central.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Warrawee is primarily residential with limited walkable amenities. Most errands require a car or short drive to Turramurra or Wahroonga village centres.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Warrawee, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Purulia
16 Fox Valley Road Wahroonga • SHR #00184
Simpson-Lee House I
23 Roland Avenue Wahroonga • SHR #01800

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Ku-ring-gai Local Government Area, which contains Warrawee. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
95.8 / 100k
2yr Down 29.7% 10yr Down 11.2%
Motor vehicle theft
25.7 / 100k
2yr Down 59.8% 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
96.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 5.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
106 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.6%
View all 62 offence types for Ku-ring-gai →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,995
Census 2021
3,170
▲ 5.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$51,636
Personal Income 2021
$59,956
▲ 16.1% 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
$59,956 / yr
$1153/wk
Household
$176,176 / yr
$3388/wk
Family
$199,992 / yr
$3846/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,830
Born Overseas 1,272

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 325
  • 2. England 151
  • 3. India 104
  • 4. South Africa 95
  • 5. South Korea 77
  • 6. Hong Kong 68
  • 7. New Zealand 53
  • 8. Malaysia 33
  • 9. Sri Lanka 31
  • 10. Scotland 27

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,078
Australian 751
Chinese 640
Scottish 342
Irish 298
Indian 140
German 112
Korean 107
South African 74
Italian 62

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,113
Both parents born in Australia
1,562
Both parents born overseas
410
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.5%
No Religion
43.2%
Hinduism
3.8%
Buddhism
2.1%
Judaism
0.9%
Islam
0.8%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
128 (4.0%)
5-14 years
447 (14.1%)
15-19 years
274 (8.6%)
20-24 years
203 (6.4%)
25-34 years
227 (7.2%)
35-44 years
430 (13.6%)
45-54 years
476 (15.0%)
55-64 years
431 (13.6%)
65-74 years
291 (9.2%)
75-84 years
188 (5.9%)
85+ years
71 (2.2%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Warrawee known for? +

Warrawee is known for its gracious Federation and Californian bungalow homes, established garden character, and proximity to excellent schools. It is one of Sydney's most sought-after Upper North Shore addresses and is served by its own train station.

How far is Warrawee from Sydney CBD? +

Warrawee is approximately 17 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD, with a train journey of around 30-35 minutes from Warrawee station to Central.

Does Warrawee have public transport? +

Warrawee has its own railway station on the T1 North Shore Line, providing regular services to the city. This makes it well-connected for commuters, and is one of the key reasons for the suburb's strong family appeal.

What is the population of Warrawee? +

According to the 2021 Census, Warrawee has a population of approximately 3,170 residents within the Ku-ring-gai Council local government area.

Is Warrawee a good place to live? +

Warrawee is one of Sydney's premium residential suburbs, ideal for affluent families who value beautiful heritage homes, top private and public schools, leafy streets, and convenient train access to the CBD. It maintains a quiet, village-like atmosphere characteristic of the Upper North Shore.

What is the postcode for Warrawee? +

The postcode for Warrawee is 2074.

What is the average income in Warrawee? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Warrawee is about $1,153 per week (around $60,000 per year). The median household income is $3,388 per week and the median family income is $3,846 per week.

What is the median house price in Warrawee? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $4,400,000, down 10.2% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $827,500, down 4.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Warrawee? +

The median age in Warrawee is 42. The largest age group is 45–54 (476 residents, around 15%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 17% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Warrawee a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Warrawee is part of the Ku-ring-gai 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 Warrawee? +

In Warrawee, the median weekly rent is $650, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,500 (2021 Census).