Narraweena
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Narraweena, NSW 2099.
About Narraweena
Welcome to Narraweena
Tucked into the northern beaches roughly 16 kilometres from the Sydney CBD, Narraweena is a quiet, leafy pocket sandwiched between Dee Why, Beacon Hill, Brookvale, North Curl Curl and Oxford Falls. It's the kind of suburb people tend to discover rather than aim for — often after a friend or relative already lives there — and then find hard to leave.
With a population of just under 7,000 and a median age of 43, Narraweena has long suited families and older couples who want beach-suburb living without the beach-suburb crowds. It's residential through and through, built around wide streets, established gardens and a strong sense of community, while still being close enough to the coast and to Brookvale's commercial hub to have everything at hand.
Lifestyle & dining
Narraweena itself is low on standalone cafe strips, but that's part of its appeal — residents borrow the best of what surrounds them. Dee Why's town centre and beachfront are a short drive or bus ride away, offering a broad choice of restaurants, bars and the ocean pool and headland walks that make the northern beaches so popular. Brookvale, just to the south, has become something of a food and retail hub in its own right, with bulky goods stores, breweries and casual eateries filling out former industrial space.
Shopping
For everyday needs, Narraweena has a small local shopping village that covers the basics, while the bigger weekly shop tends to happen at Dee Why or Warringah Mall in Brookvale, one of the northern beaches' major retail centres with fashion, supermarkets, cinemas and dining all under one roof. It's a setup that suits residents well: quiet streets at home, full-scale shopping only minutes away.
Getting around
Narraweena is well served by bus routes connecting to Dee Why, Brookvale, Manly and the B-Line rapid transit service to the city, which has made commuting from the northern beaches considerably faster in recent years. There's no train line through this part of Sydney, so buses are the backbone of public transport, and most households rely on a car as well, particularly for reaching Oxford Falls' sporting fields or the beaches further along the coast.
Schools & families
Education options in and around Narraweena are a genuine drawcard for families. Narraweena Public School and St John the Apostle Catholic Primary School serve the immediate area, while Karuna Montessori School and EOC Broken Bay - Narraweena add further choice, including alternative and support-focused learning environments. Combined with the suburb's parks, quiet cul-de-sacs and family-sized homes, it's an area that consistently appeals to parents wanting settled, community-oriented schooling close to home.
Housing & architecture
The suburb is overwhelmingly a house market — current listings show 94% houses against just 3% apartments and 3% townhouses, reflecting Narraweena's postwar and later-era suburban development on generous blocks. Expect a mix of brick-and-tile homes, renovated family houses and some newer rebuilds, many taking advantage of elevated positions and district views towards the surrounding bushland and hills of Oxford Falls and Beacon Hill.
The property market
Narraweena's property market has performed strongly, with the median house price now sitting at $2.52 million after growth of 9.6% recently — a sign of sustained demand for northern beaches houses within reach of the coast. Rents track at a median of $1,500 per week, underlining the suburb's appeal to tenants as well as owner-occupiers. With houses dominating the listings and few apartments or townhouses to soften the entry price, Narraweena remains very much a market for buyers chasing a family home rather than a lower-cost alternative.
Market snapshot
Narraweena property market
Median sale price
$2.52m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$1,500
per week
Gross rental yield
3.1%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$2.25m
Median
$2.52m
Premium
$3.60m
Days on market
—
Auction clearance
61%
Sold this year
15
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +2.3% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Narraweena by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Narraweena, NSW 2099.
Population
6,971
residents (2021)
Median age
43
years
Household income
$1,935
median, per week
Median rent
$400
per week
Median mortgage
$3,042
per month
Mortgage / income
36%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Narraweena
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
EOC Broken Bay - Narraweena
Recent results
Recently sold in Narraweena
$1.93m
56B Consul Road North
Sold ~July 2026
$2.20m
134 McIntosh Road
Sold ~July 2026
$2.60m
65 Waratah Parade
Sold ~July 2026
$2m
42 Alamein Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
$1.35m
1 Cambridge Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Narraweena suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Narraweena?
The median house price in Narraweena, NSW is $2.52m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 9.6%.
How much is rent in Narraweena?
The median weekly rent in Narraweena is around $1,500 per week.
Is Narraweena a good place to live?
Narraweena is a suburb of northern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Narraweena is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 6,971 and 4 schools in the area.
What is the population of Narraweena?
Narraweena has a population of 6,971 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 43.
What schools are in Narraweena?
There are 4 schools in or near Narraweena, including EOC Broken Bay - Narraweena, Karuna Montessori School and Narraweena Public School.
How much do you need to buy in Narraweena?
Entry-level properties in Narraweena start around $2.25m, while premium homes reach $3.60m.
What suburbs are near Narraweena?
Suburbs near Narraweena include Brookvale, Oxford Falls, Beacon Hill, Dee Why and North Curl Curl.
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