Northbridge
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Northbridge, NSW 2063.
About Northbridge
Welcome to Northbridge
Northbridge sits on Sydney's lower north shore, about seven kilometres from the CBD, wrapped around the Middle Harbour foreshore and the leafy Northbridge suspension bridge that gives the suburb its name. It's a pocket of the north shore defined by bushland reserves, water glimpses and a strong sense of privacy, bordered by Willoughby East, Castlecrag, Willoughby, Naremburn and Cammeray.
With a population of just 6,493 and a median age of 44, Northbridge has long suited established families and professionals looking for space, quiet streets and easy access to the city without the density of the inner suburbs. It's a suburb people tend to settle in for the long haul rather than pass through.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Northbridge revolves largely around the outdoors and the local shopping village at Sailors Bay Road, which has a handful of cafes, a supermarket and everyday services that give the suburb a self-contained, villagey feel. For bigger nights out or a wider range of restaurants, residents head to nearby Cammeray or Crows Nest, both just a short drive away.
The suburb's real drawcard is its relationship with the water and bush. Long walks along Middle Harbour, kayaking from one of the reserves, or simply enjoying a quiet backyard shaded by native trees are part of the everyday rhythm here, making it a lifestyle choice as much as a property one.
Parks & recreation
Northbridge is bookended by bushland and harbourside reserves, including the popular Tunks Park and the walking tracks that wind along Middle Harbour Creek towards Northbridge Baths, a netted harbour pool that's a local institution for summer swimming. Sailing, fishing and picnicking around the foreshore are all part of daily life, and the suburb's parks link through to the bushland corridors shared with Castlecrag and Willoughby.
Sporting ovals, tennis courts and the Northbridge Golf Course add to the recreational mix, giving families and retirees alike plenty of reasons to spend time outdoors close to home.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Northbridge Public School serving as the community's main government primary and St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School offering a Catholic alternative nearby. SHORE - Sydney Church of England Preparatory School also has its Northbridge preparatory campus in the suburb, feeding into the broader Shore network and adding to Northbridge's appeal for families planning ahead for schooling.
The combination of quality schools, low-density streets and generous blocks has made Northbridge a long-time favourite for households wanting a settled, family-oriented environment within easy reach of the city.
Getting around
Northbridge doesn't have its own train station, so most residents rely on buses connecting to the North Sydney and Chatswood corridors, or drive to nearby stations in neighbouring suburbs for rail access into the CBD. The Gore Hill Freeway and Warringah Freeway are both within easy reach, making car travel into the city or across to the northern beaches straightforward.
The suburb's winding, leafy streets and harbourside topology mean it's not a typical grid layout, which adds to its quiet, tucked-away feel but also means a car is genuinely useful for most day-to-day errands.
Housing & architecture
Housing stock in Northbridge leans toward substantial family homes, with current listings showing a dwelling mix of 57% houses, 41% apartments or units and a small 3% share of land. Architecturally, the suburb spans mid-century homes designed to make the most of bush and water outlooks through to more recent rebuilds and renovations on generous blocks, many influenced by the area's Griffin-era planning heritage shared with neighbouring Castlecrag.
Apartments are a smaller but present part of the market, typically low-rise and clustered closer to the Sailors Bay Road shops, offering a lower-maintenance entry point into a suburb otherwise dominated by houses.
The property market
Northbridge remains one of the more expensive pockets of the lower north shore, with a median house price of $5.88 million and a median unit or apartment price of $1.31 million. Median rent sits at $2,500 per week, reflecting the suburb's premium positioning and scarcity of stock rather than high turnover.
Recent figures show house prices have pulled back by 8.9%, a reminder that even tightly held, premium suburbs move through cycles. For buyers, that softening may open a rare window into a suburb that typically holds its value tightly thanks to limited supply, its bushland and harbourside setting, and consistent demand from families wanting access to schools like Shore, Northbridge Public and St Philip Neri without leaving the lower north shore.
Market snapshot
Northbridge property market
Median sale price
$5.88m
House · 5+ bed
Median rent
$2,500
per week
Gross rental yield
2.2%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$4.04m
Median
$5.88m
Premium
$10.81m
Days on market
60
Auction clearance
48%
Sold this year
35
Median sold price trend · House 5+ bed
Compound growth -0.2% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Northbridge by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Northbridge, NSW 2063.
Population
6,493
residents (2021)
Median age
44
years
Household income
$3,874
median, per week
Median rent
$740
per week
Median mortgage
$4,649
per month
Mortgage / income
28%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Northbridge
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
SHORE - Sydney Church of England Preparatory School, Northbridge
Recent results
Recently sold in Northbridge
$4.30m
10 Wollombi Road
Sold ~July 2026
$2.90m
15 Weetawaa Road
Sold ~June 2026
$2.25m
4 Wollombi Road
Sold ~June 2026
$2.50m
17 Euroka Street
Sold ~June 2026
$850k
235 Sailors Bay Road
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
Northbridge suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Northbridge?
The median house price in Northbridge, NSW is $5.88m for a 5-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 8.9%.
How much is rent in Northbridge?
The median weekly rent in Northbridge is around $2,500 per week.
Is Northbridge a good place to live?
Northbridge is a suburb on the Lower North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Northbridge is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 6,493 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Northbridge?
Northbridge has a population of 6,493 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 44.
What schools are in Northbridge?
There are 3 schools in or near Northbridge, including Northbridge Public School, SHORE - Sydney Church of England Preparatory School, Northbridge and St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Northbridge?
Properties in Northbridge take around 60 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 48%.
How much do you need to buy in Northbridge?
Entry-level properties in Northbridge start around $4.04m, while premium homes reach $10.81m.
What suburbs are near Northbridge?
Suburbs near Northbridge include Willoughby East, Castlecrag, Willoughby, Naremburn and Cammeray.
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