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Greater Sydney / Warringah
$589
Median rent / wk
Period ending Mar 2026
+8.1%
Rent growth / yr
Period ending Mar 2026
7,012
People
17 Jul 2026
+0.6%
Growth since 2021
Census
6
For sale now
indexed listings
Data sourcesABSDFFH Rental ReportACARARefreshed July 2026
ABS QuickStats SAL12919How we calculate this
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Suburb (SAL) analysis
This analysis uses Suburb (SAL) boundaries, which can differ from Statistical Areas (SA2) even when they share the same name. SAL 12919.
7,012
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 6,971 people
1.78 km²
Land area
3,939.3 /km²
Density
5.7%
Unemployment
1 /yr
Resi approvals
Located 14 kilometers north-northeast from the Sydney CBD, the suburb of Narraweena has an estimated population of approximately 7,012 as of May 2026. This figure, derived from annual SA2-level ERP counts and quarterly national address updates, represents minimal change from the population of 6,971 reported in the 2021 Census. While population growth shows limited expansion, the local market is characterized by a severely restricted dwelling supply alongside high industry employment forecasts, a strong school network, and an elevated retail trade employment base. Taxpayers in the area earn an average income of $81,996. Demographically, the suburb of Narraweena stands out for its high proportion of elderly residents, including a notable cohort aged 85 and over, alongside an above-average level of education. Property sales activity is relatively low compared to the overall population size. However, future performance in the area is expected to be supported by an exceptional level of planned major infrastructure projects.
Estimated residents are up from 6,971 at the 2021 Census — a change of 41 people, or 0.6%.
Districts View
Data to 17 Jul 2026Forecast demand
Official forecasts point to an additional 154 residents by 2041 — growth of 2.2% on the current estimated population.
Infrastructure pipeline
8 major projects are tracked in and around Narraweena, and infrastructure activity ranks in the 87th percentile nationally.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 6.8% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
Weak local employment drivers
Narraweena ranks in the 23rd percentile nationally for employment drivers (score 2.3/10).
Areas with limited local job creation rely more heavily on commuting access and broader regional employment conditions.
Weak housing market ranking
Narraweena ranks in the 23rd percentile nationally for housing (score 2.3/10).
A low composite housing ranking suggests the local market has lagged comparable areas on the measures Districts tracks.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for Narraweena. Each line cites its evidence; this is interpretation, not advice. The Investment Report PDF is the long form of this thesis.
Sales activity
Data to 17 Jul 2026No market glance has been ingested for this suburb yet. Recorded sales below come from Districts property records where indexed.
Residential supply
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
The level of residential development activity in Narraweena is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by Districts
Detail
According to Districts analysis of ABS building approvals, distributed from statistical area records, the suburb of Narraweena has averaged approximately 1 approved dwelling annually, with an estimated 6 residential approvals over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 7 thus far in FY-26. Since the local population has decreased during the prior term, building activity has been relatively sufficient, which is favorable for buyers, with new structures carrying an average construction value of $542,000, showing that developers are focusing on the higher-end market segment with premium properties. Furthermore, $1,000 in commercial development approvals was documented this financial year, highlighting the residential focus of the area.
Relative to Greater Sydney, the suburb of Narraweena displays significantly lower building activity (94.0% below the regional average per person). This lack of new residential supply generally bolsters demand and prices for existing properties, even though development pace has accelerated recently. This building rate is also below the national average, indicating a mature area and pointing to potential zoning limits. Furthermore, recent construction has consisted entirely of standalone houses, preserving the suburban character of the area with a focus on family properties catering to buyers wanting space. Notably, developers are building a higher proportion of traditional houses than the existing stock reflects (73.0% at the Census), showing persistent demand for family homes despite density pressures. At roughly 3492 individuals per approval, the suburb of Narraweena presents as a mature, established locality.
Future forecasts indicate the suburb of Narraweena will gain 154 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent Districts quarterly estimate). If current building paces persist, residential supply may struggle to match population growth, which could intensify competition among buyers and underpin stronger price appreciation.
Districts' assessment of the Northern Beaches LGA register has identified 36 substantial development applications lodged in Narraweena over the past 5 years (32 in the last 12 months). Minor and ancillary works — single dwellings, outbuildings, signage and smaller residential developments — are excluded. Of these, 16 were approved (44%, or 89% of those decided), 2 were withdrawn (6%), while 13 are under assessment. The most common application types are retail, multi-resi and NDIS/Dis..
36 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Narraweena | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 3 | 32,923 | 185,138 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 7 | 31,721 | 184,871 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 1/71.4% | 11,042/41.8% | 89,436/61.9% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 0/28.6% | 15,378/58.2% | 55,043/38.1% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 1 | 34,917 | 188,882 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 6 | 174,585 | 944,410 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 0.3 | 5.4 | 6.5 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 0.2 | 6.5 | 7.2 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | 2.2 | 3.2 | 2.8 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | -7.5 | 2 | 2.1 |
| Persons per Approval | 3,492 | 190 | 158 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 542 | 362 | 342 |
| Commercial Development Value | 1 | 20,118,298 | 105,080,908 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 3 | 91 | 100 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Narraweena has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally
Detail
Few elements impact local real estate performance as much as changes to regional infrastructure, key projects, and planning developments. In total, 4 projects have been identified by Districts that are expected to influence the locality. Major initiatives include Northern Beaches Bus Network Improvements, Wakehurst Parkway Improvements (Frenchs Forest to Narrabeen), Beacon Hill Reserve Masterplan and Sportsfield Upgrade, and Beacon Hill Road Mixed-Use Precinct (Potential), with the subsequent list detailing the most significant ones.
Sports & Recreation
ConstructionNorthern Beaches Council is delivering a major upgrade of Beacon Hill Reserve including a new synthetic sports field, new amenities building, upgraded playground, improved landscaping, lighting, pathways and expanded parking to increase community recreation capacity. Construction remains underway with completion targeted during 2026.
Communities
ConstructionLuxury coastal apartment development comprising 280 apartments across two buildings (6-7 storeys fronting Delmar Parade and 10 storeys on the Pittwater Road corner), designed by Rothelowman with interiors by Alanna Smit. Includes 43 affordable housing units, rooftop BBQ and communal areas, and a private gym and wellness facility. Located at the gateway to Dee Why town centre adjacent to Stony Range Botanical Garden. One of the first projects approved under the NSW Housing SEPP fast-track pathway.
Source 1 for Casa Delmar (opens in new tab)Source 2 for Casa Delmar (opens in new tab)
Residential Development
ConstructionA collection of eight super premium, three-bedroom single-level residences designed exclusively for over-60s, featuring lush landscaping, luxe features, private patios with outdoor kitchens, and basement parking with a central lift. Each residence includes a Tesla battery, EV charging, and 5 kW of solar.
Source 1 for The Alba (opens in new tab)Source 2 for The Alba (opens in new tab)
Education & Training
ConstructionUpgrade of the Northern Beaches Secondary College Freshwater Campus to support its transition from a Year 11-12 senior campus to a full Year 7-12 co-educational high school. Works include a new senior learning area with library, seminar rooms and shared learning space, an upgraded VET kitchen, two new wood workshops and workshop classrooms, a new fitness workshop, classroom and seminar room, five new senior classrooms, and new change rooms and amenities. Demolition of the old wood workshop is complete and site services trenching, piling and construction of the new building are underway.
Source for Northern Beaches Secondary College Freshwater Campus Upgrade (opens in new tab)
Communities
ConstructionExclusive collection of 6 grand luxury residences at Collaroy Beach on Sydney's Northern Beaches, developed by Cornerstone with architecture and interiors by BKH. Inspired by early 20th-century California bungalow and Spanish Mission styles, comprising two ground-floor apartments with private gardens and four expansive penthouses. Strata areas range from 380m2 to 448m2 with north-facing living areas, wrap-around terraces, basement parking, and high-end European finishes throughout. Construction commenced March 2025.
8 projects tracked around Narraweena (NSW), in the source's significance order. Stages and reference links are as published by the source.
On the market now
Data to 17 Jul 2026Price not recorded
House · 3 bed · 569m² land
Listed 30 Oct 2025
$1,369,000
Townhouse · 2 bed
Listed 28 Apr 2026
$2,650,000
House For Sale · 6 bed · 478m² land
Listed 19 Feb 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 6 bed · 635m² land
Listed 29 July 2026
Price not recorded
House For Sale · 4 bed
Listed 17 Aug 2026
Price not recorded
House · 3 bed · 708m² land
Listed 25 Aug 2026
From indexed listing events. Districts records what the listing publishes — asks and attributes are the agent's, not a valuation.
Properties
Data to 17 Jul 2026Source: Districts property records · 18 in 2026 · 220 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in Narraweena with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Narraweena | — | 7,012 | — | — | — |
| Beacon Hill | 1.3 km | 7,836 | — | — | — |
| Cromer (NSW) | 1.5 km | 8,297 | — | — | — |
| Brookvale | 1.5 km | 3,890 | — | — | — |
| Dee Why | 1.6 km | 24,806 | — | — | — |
| North Curl Curl | 2.3 km | 4,384 | — | — | — |
| Wheeler Heights | 2.5 km | 3,154 | — | — | — |
| Allambie Heights | 2.7 km | 7,334 | — | — | — |
| Collaroy Plateau | 2.7 km | 4,872 | — | — | — |
| North Manly | 2.8 km | 3,570 | — | — | — |
| Curl Curl | 2.8 km | 2,548 | — | — | — |
| Collaroy (NSW) | 2.9 km | 8,104 | — | — | — |
| Freshwater (NSW) | 3.2 km | 9,682 | — | — | — |
| Manly Vale | 3.9 km | 6,818 | — | — | — |
| Queenscliff (NSW) | 3.9 km | 3,606 | — | — | — |
| Narrabeen | 4.3 km | 8,459 | — | — | — |
| Frenchs Forest | 4.4 km | 14,830 | — | — | — |
| North Balgowlah | 4.6 km | 3,814 | — | — | — |
| Balgowlah | 5.1 km | 8,322 | — | — | — |
| Fairlight | 5.2 km | 6,579 | — | — | — |
| North Narrabeen | 5.4 km | 6,104 | — | — | — |
| Elanora Heights | 5.4 km | 4,618 | — | — | — |
| Manly (NSW) | 5.5 km | 17,897 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Severely limited dwelling supply
High industry employment forecasts
Average taxpayer income of $81,996
Strong school performance
Notable proportion 85 and over
Elevated retail trade employment base
Population Growth
4.5
Density
9.1
Development Activity
0.3
Employment Drivers
2.3
Infrastructure Drivers
8.7
Education
7.3
Amenities
5.0
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
An assessment of population growth drivers in Narraweena reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends
Detail
Based on evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside recent address updates verified by Districts since the Census, the resident count for the suburb of Narraweena is estimated at approximately 7,012 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 41 individuals (0.6%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 6,971 people. The shift is calculated from the local population of 7,010, estimated by Districts after reviewing the most recent ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and address validation post-Census. This headcount translates to a density ratio of 3,939 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the highest 10% of nationwide zones analyzed by Districts, indicating that land here is an extremely coveted asset. Population expansion in the area was mostly fueled by overseas migration, which made up roughly 88.0% of the overall population increases in recent times.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Districts analysis reveals Narraweena recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide
Detail
The suburb of Narraweena possesses a highly educated labor force, with professional services highly represented, an unemployment rate of 5.7%, and relatively stable employment over the prior year, according to Districts compilations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 3,496 residents are employed, whereas the unemployment rate is 1.6% higher than the Greater Sydney level of 4.1%, and workforce participation is substantially lower (64.0% compared to 69.1% in Greater Sydney). Census records indicate that a high 38.5% of residents worked from home, although Covid-19 lockdown restrictions should be kept in mind.
The primary employment fields for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area shows a particularly strong concentration in retail trade, where employment proportions are times the regional average. Conversely, finance & insurance is under-represented, employing only of the workforce in the suburb of Narraweena compared to across Greater Sydney. The highly residential locality appears to provide a small number of local jobs, as shown by comparing the Census working population against the resident population.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to Districts analysis
Detail
The latest postcode level ATO data from Districts for financial year 2023 indicates that incomes in the suburb of Narraweena are exceptionally high compared to the rest of the nation, with the median recorded at $53,074 and the average income at $81,996. This compares to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be roughly $58,551 (median) and $90,458 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census data, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Narraweena sit near the 54th percentile nationally. Looking at income distributions, 23.1% of the population (1,619 individuals) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, which is comparable to regional patterns where this group makes up . A notable earn over per week, demonstrating pockets of wealth that support active local commerce. Elevated housing expenses absorb of earnings, yet strong wages still place disposable income at the th percentile, and the local SEIFA income ranking falls in the th decile.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Narraweena is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Detail
Residential structures in the suburb of Narraweena, as recorded in the most recent Census, consisted of 72.6% standalone houses and 27.5% other housing types (semi-detached, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% standalone houses and 44.1% other housing types. Meanwhile, home ownership rates in the suburb of Narraweena exceeded those of Sydney metro, reaching 31.5%, while the remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (33.8%) or occupied by tenants (34.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly higher than the Sydney metro average at $3,042, whereas the median weekly rent was documented at $400, in contrast to Sydney metro figures of $2,427 and $470. On a national scale, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Narraweena are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents also surpass the national figure of $375.
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Narraweena has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size
Detail
Families represent the majority of households at 71.8% of the total, comprising 38.8% couples with children, 20.7% couples without children, and 11.3% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 28.2%, with single-person households at 25.9% and group households making up 2.0% of the total. The median household size of 2.8 individuals exceeds the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
The educational profile of Narraweena exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics
Detail
The area experiences educational disparities, with university qualification levels (28.0% of residents) being considerably lower than the SA4 regional average of 41.5%. This situation represents both a hurdle and an opening for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 20.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (6.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational and technical training is prominent, with 34.2% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (22.5%).
Academic enrollment is notably strong, with of residents currently undertaking formal education. This group comprises in primary school, in high school, and enrolled in higher education.
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
908m · score 85
Child Care
418m · score 99
GP
1.1km · score 43
Government Services
9.1km · score 49
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Detail
Public transit assessment indicates 43 active transit points operating in the suburb of Narraweena, consisting of bus services. These points are connected to 53 separate routes, which combine to support 4,012 weekly passenger journeys. Transit convenience is classified as excellent, with locals generally living 138 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential character of the locality, most workers commute out of the area, and private cars remain the primary transit mode at 84%, with 9% choosing buses. Households own an average of 1.3 vehicles. A high 38.5% of residents work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions).
Transit service frequency averages journeys per day across all active routes, which equates to roughly weekly journeys per individual transit point.
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
Narraweena's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts
Detail
Medical statistics point to positive conditions for residents of the suburb of Narraweena, with Districts' evaluation of death rates and illnesses displaying results that align closely with national averages, showing standard patterns of common medical conditions across both younger and older demographics, and the level of private health insurance is remarkably high, covering approximately 59% of the total population (4,158 people).
The most prevalent medical issues reported in the locality were arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 7.9 and 6.9% of residents, respectively, while 71.4% of the population reported no long-term medical conditions compared to 74.6% across Greater Sydney. Residents under the age of 65 experience better than average health outcomes. The suburb of Narraweena has of its population aged and over ( people), which is higher than the share in Greater Sydney, with national rankings generally matching the broader population.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Narraweena was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
The suburb of Narraweena presents higher cultural diversity than the vast majority of local markets, with 31.9% of its residents born abroad and 24.8% using a non-English language at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 57.7% of residents in the suburb of Narraweena, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
Looking at parent countries of birth, the three largest ancestral cohorts in the suburb of Narraweena are English, representing 25.8% of the population (which is much higher than the regional average of 19.0%), Australian at 20.3% of the population, and Italian at 10.8% of the population (which is significantly above the regional average of ). Furthermore, there are distinct differences in other ethnic representations, with Serbian overrepresented at of the suburb of Narraweena (compared to regionally), French at (compared to ), and New Zealand at (compared to ).
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Narraweena hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average
Detail
The median age of 43 in the suburb of Narraweena is notably higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and also sits well above the national average of 38. The age distribution shows that the 75 - 84 age group is highly represented (8.4%), whereas the 25 - 34 cohort is relatively small (9.7%) compared to Greater Sydney. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket expanded from 11.4% to 13.5% of the local population. By contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 14.5% to 13.3% and the 0 to 4 group declined from 6.0% to 4.9%. Projecting out to demographic analyses indicate substantial changes in the age profile of the suburb of Narraweena. The + cohort is expected to increase dramatically, growing by people () from to . Notably, the combined + age groups will represent of the net population growth, highlighting the aging profile of the area. Conversely, the to and to groups are forecast to undergo population decreases.
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Narraweena was found to possess above average child care supply broadly for children under 5, with strong provision across all service types.
Detail
Narraweena currently has an estimated 343 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 199 children aged 0-2 and 133 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 18% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 11% by 2041 (to approximately 305 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 732. Birth rates in the area have averaged 8.6 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.
9.2
Income
5.1
Age
7.2
Household Composition
7.9
Housing
2.3
Cultural Diversity
7.0
Health
5.7
Housing Cost
9.7
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
Sales Activity
0.1
Districts uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For SA2 regions lacking this data, Districts utilizes the NSW State Government's SA2 level projections, published in 2022 with 2021 as the base year. Development rates by age bracket from these files are also applied to all zones for years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future population movements, growth in the lowest quartile of Australian statistical locations is expected, with the suburb of Narraweena projected to grow by 156 persons to 2041 based on compiled SA2-level projections, showing a total rise of 2.2% over the 16 years.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Narraweena | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 7,012 | 5,672,907 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 0.6% | 8.4% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 6,971 | 5,231,147 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 12.0% | 19.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 88.0% | 81.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | 2.2% | 22.9% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 3,939 | 458 | 3 |
Based on Districts analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical divisions, for the year ending March 2026, the count of employed persons rose by 0.1% and the labor force grew by 1.3%, leading to an unemployment rate increase of 1.2 percentage points. This differs from Greater Sydney, where employment increased by 1.9%, the labor force expanded by 1.9%, and unemployment decreased slightly. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 provide additional context on prospective future demand in the suburb of Narraweena. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local employment mix to project growth paths. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary greatly across industry sectors. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the employment distribution of the suburb of Narraweena suggests local employment should rise by 6.8% over five years and 13.8% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate local population projections).
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Narraweena | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 3,496 | 3,082,656 | 14,651,372 |
| –Health Care & Social Assistance | 14.2% | 14.1% | 15.2% |
| –Retail Trade | 12.1% | 9.3% | 9.5% |
| –Construction | 11.3% | 8.6% | 9.3% |
| Labour Force | 3,708 | 3,215,386 | 15,298,546 |
| Participation Rate | 64.0% | 69.1% | 67.2% |
| Working from Home | 38.5% | 45.2% | 23.9% |
| Unemployment | 5.7% | 4.1% | 4.2% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | 0.1% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 6.8% | 6.9% | 6.5% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 23 | 79 | 100 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Narraweena | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 58,551 | 67,093 | 63,034 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 90,458 | 91,569 | 81,013 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 53,074 | 60,817 | 57,137 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 81,996 | 83,003 | 73,435 |
| Median Household Income | 1,935 | 2,077 | 1,746 |
| –$0 to 399 | 228 (9.4%) | 121,103 (6.1%) | 638,312 (6.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 447 (18.4%) | 254,117 (12.8%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 377 (15.5%) | 359,337 (18.1%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 561 (23.1%) | 613,454 (30.9%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 258 (10.6%) | 246,176 (12.4%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) |
| –$4,000+ | 557 (22.9%) | 389,116 (19.6%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) |
| Median Family Income | 2,509 | 2,374 | 2,120 |
| –$0 to 399 | 49 (2.8%) | 51,836 (3.6%) | 236,192 (3.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 174 (10.0%) | 125,269 (8.7%) | 758,676 (10.6%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 302 (17.3%) | 247,659 (17.2%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 523 (30.0%) | 480,919 (33.4%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 240 (13.8%) | 210,222 (14.6%) | 973,396 (13.6%) |
| –$4,000+ | 455 (26.1%) | 323,973 (22.5%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) |
| Median Personal Income | 790 | 881 | 805 |
| –$0 to 399 | 1,867 (26.6%) | 1,483,335 (26.1%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 1,671 (23.8%) | 1,166,286 (20.6%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 1,621 (23.1%) | 1,398,411 (24.7%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 1,313 (18.7%) | 1,194,594 (21.1%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 182 (2.6%) | 141,540 (2.5%) | 527,649 (1.9%) |
| –$3,500+ | 358 (5.1%) | 288,741 (5.1%) | 944,215 (3.4%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 27.8% | 18.9% | 22.8% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 33.5% | 32.0% | 24.4% |
| Largest Income Group | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 |
| Household Disposable Income | 6,756 | 7,412 | 6,376 |
| SEIFA Score | 6.9 | 6.8 | 5.6 |
Narraweena at a glance
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
$589/wk
DFFH median rent
Period ending Mar 2026
+8.1%
DFFH rent movement, 1 yr
Rents are rising
The DFFH median weekly rent rose 8.1% year on year to $589/wk (Period ending Mar 2026).
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $400/wk — an older point-in-time figure, kept separate from current medians.
RTBA rental bond lodgements are not in this extract. Rents above are report medians, not bond data.
Housing Tenure (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Narraweena | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 2,424 | 1,828,858 | 9,275,218 |
| –Owned Outright | 31.5% | 28.7% | 32.1% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 33.8% | 34.4% | 36.2% |
| –Rented | 34.7% | 37.0% | 31.7% |
| –Detached Houses | 72.6% | 55.9% | 72.5% |
| –Semi-Detached | 15.1% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| –Apartments | 12.2% | 30.8% | 14.3% |
| –Other Dwellings | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 3,042 | 2,427 | 1,863 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 400 | 470 | 375 |
| –$0-149/wk | 10.1% | 5.3% | 7.3% |
| –$150-349/wk | 35.3% | 16.1% | 33.4% |
| –$350-649/wk | 24.0% | 59.2% | 50.9% |
| –$650-949/wk | 23.0% | 14.9% | 6.6% |
| –>$950/wk | 7.6% | 4.5% | 1.8% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 1,629 | 1,588 | 1,189 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 36.3% | 27.0% | 24.6% |
| –Rent / Income | 20.7% | 22.6% | 21.5% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.8 |
| Metrici | Narraweena | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 2,428 | 1,983,303 | 10,142,077 |
| Median Household Size | 2.8 | 2.7 | 2.5 |
| Total Households (Census) | 2,414 | 1,828,859 | 9,275,217 |
| –Lone Person Households | 25.9% | 23.2% | 25.6% |
| –Group Households | 2.0% | 4.2% | 3.9% |
| –Other Households | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 71.8% | 72.6% | 70.5% |
| –Couple with Children | 38.8% | 36.0% | 31.4% |
| –Couple No Children | 20.7% | 24.4% | 26.8% |
| –One Parent Family | 11.3% | 10.9% | 11.1% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 1.6 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Currently Married | 48.4% | 48.3% | 46.5% |
| Never Married | 33.2% | 36.4% | 36.5% |
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Narraweena | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 28.0% | 38.0% | 30.4% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 20.1% | 24.9% | 20.0% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 6.2% | 10.7% | 7.6% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 11.7% | 11.0% | 10.8% |
| –Certificate | 22.5% | 16.8% | 22.0% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 37.7% | 34.2% | 36.8% |
| Number of Schools | 4 | 1,733 | 11,054 |
| Total School Attendance | 761 | 832,137 | 4,176,099 |
| ICSEA Score | 1,080 | 1,049 | 1,001 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 73 | 85 | 100 |
Schools detail
| # | School name | Type | Places | ICSEA | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Narraweena Public School | Primary | 516 | 1069 | 0.08 |
| 2 | St John the Apostle Catholic Primary School | Primary | 242 | 1091 | 0.17 |
| 3 | St Lucy's, St John's Narraweena campus | Primary | n.a | n.a | 0.18 |
| 4 | Karuna Montessori School | Primary | 3 | n.a | 0.33 |
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Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
1.1km · score 57
Hospital
8.6km · score 33
Shopping Centre
1.5km · score 73
Banks
1.3km · score 75
Pharmacy
1.2km · score 31
Fitness Centre
1.3km · score 56
Schools
493m · score 100
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | Narraweena | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 43 | 36,898 | 171,981 |
| Routes | 53 | 4,764 | 12,966 |
| Weekly Trips | 4,012 | 379,269 | 1,140,068 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 60 | 85 | 235 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 138 | 162 | 7,586 |
| Population per Stop | 162 | 153 | 161 |
| Population per Trip | 1.7 | 14.9 | 24.3 |
| Population per Route | 131 | 1,184 | 2,136 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 92 | 97 | 100 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 1.3 | 1.2 | 1.4 |
| Work from Home | 38.5% | 45.2% | 23.9% |
| Single Mode Commute | 59.6% | 52.3% | 73.8% |
| Two Mode | 1.7% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| –Car | 83.6% | 75.8% | 84.1% |
| –Train | 1.3% | 11.1% | 4.9% |
| –Bus | 9.0% | 5.0% | 3.6% |
| –Walk | 3.0% | 4.7% | 3.7% |
| –Cycle | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| –Ferry | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| –Other | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | Narraweena | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 59.3% | 59.9% | 55.7% |
| Need for Assistance | 6.6% | 5.2% | 5.8% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 71.4% | 74.6% | 69.8% |
| One Long Term Condition | 19.1% | 18.0% | 20.5% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 6.3% | 5.0% | 6.4% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 3.2% | 2.4% | 3.3% |
| –Arthritis | 7.9% | 6.3% | 7.7% |
| –Asthma | 6.4% | 6.4% | 7.4% |
| –Cancer | 3.0% | 2.3% | 2.6% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| –Diabetes | 4.3% | 4.3% | 4.3% |
| –Heart Disease | 3.8% | 3.2% | 3.6% |
| –Kidney Disease | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| –Lung Condition | 1.6% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 6.9% | 6.2% | 8.0% |
| –Stroke | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| –Other Condition | 7.0% | 6.9% | 7.3% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Narraweena | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 31.9% | 40.5% | 29.3% |
| Born in Australia | 68.1% | 59.5% | 70.7% |
| Australian Citizens | 86.7% | 80.8% | 83.8% |
| Speak English Only | 75.2% | 60.5% | 76.4% |
| Speak Other Language | 24.8% | 39.5% | 23.6% |
| Indigenous Population | 0.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | English | English | English |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 2.3% | 4.1% | 2.6% |
| –Christianity | 57.7% | 49.2% | 47.5% |
| –Hinduism | 0.7% | 5.2% | 2.9% |
| –Islam | 0.9% | 6.8% | 3.5% |
| –Judaism | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| –Other | 1.0% | 1.4% | 1.4% |
| –No Religion | 37.2% | 32.5% | 41.6% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | Narraweena | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 43 | 37 | 38 |
| Largest Age Group | 15 to 24 | 25 to 34 | 25 to 34 |
| Children (0-14) | 17.3% | 17.5% | 17.5% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 60.1% | 67.1% | 64.7% |
| Seniors (65+) | 22.6% | 15.5% | 17.8% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 10.0% | 21.0% | 16.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 66.0% | 49.0% | 55.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
Narraweena contains 3 Long Day Care centres (172 places), 1 preschool/kindergarten facility (30 places) and 2 OSHC facilities (185 places). Combined service provision across long day care and preschool/kindergarten services, and the approximate 343 children in the cohort, sees a ratio of children per place of 1.6 - placing the area slightly above the national average for supply per child. Looking at long day care specifically against the under-5 population, the ratio is 1.9 children per place. Further breakdowns by age, to help in identifying the most in-need services, show moderate LDC provision across the infant and toddler cohort (<3yo) with 172 places across 3 facilities serving 199 children while preschool supply is strong with 1 facility providing 30 places (4.4 children aged 3-4 per place compared to the Greater Sydney average of 8.3). Projected population decline of 11.1% in the under 5 age group between now and 2041 suggests a reduction in demand for childcare services. Other factors relevant to demand worth noting are lower than average employment performance.
In assessing child care markets local school supply is a particularly important factor, given school-run convenience, and enrolment vs child care place analysis can provide useful insight into capacity both for parents seeking child care options and child care operators assessing opportunities in an area. The catchment sees a level of school enrolment relative to population of 10.9 per 100 residents with 761 enrolments across primary and secondary institutions. This middle-of-the-road rate of school supply suggests most local students are residents within the immediate area. Additionally, the level of school places per child care place (LDC+PSK) is moderate. Rather unsurprisingly, out of school hours child care - serving school age children - was found to be much more abundant than other service types in the area. Proximity analysis saw distances of local residents to their nearest child care centre being shorter than average while high fees are observed relative to national benchmarks. Another finding worth noting is the low level of commercial activity in the area and assessment of local working populations which suggest many of the local population commute elsewhere for work with nearby services potentially taking some pressure off local child care centres.
6 school catchments intersect Narraweena (note; school catchment data provided for public schools only), in which a combined 8,745 children aged under 5 reside, served by 7,940 LDC and preschool places. The overall demand-to-supply ratio across these catchments is 1.1 children per place, with significant variance in this ratio. Meanwhile, the discrepancy in this ratio between Narraweena and the intersecting school catchments highlights the need for a catchment based approach for specific site assessments.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts