North Narrabeen vs Warriewood
The verdict
North Narrabeen is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.20M versus $2.38M in Warriewood. North Narrabeen rates higher for transport (52 vs 45). Warriewood rates higher for liveability (97 vs 92). North Narrabeen has a shorter estimated CBD commute (74 vs 78 min).
Scores
| North Narrabeen | Warriewood | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 73 | 72 |
| Transport | 52 | 45 |
| Education | 74 | 75 |
| Liveability | 92 | 97 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| North Narrabeen | Warriewood | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,016 | 8,379 |
| Median age | 40 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $2,711 | $2,598 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 41.5% | 43.0% |
| Born in Australia | 75.7% | 70.8% |
| Avg household size | 3 | 2.9 |
Growth: North Narrabeen Stable · Warriewood Stable
Property
| North Narrabeen | Warriewood | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.20M | $2.38M |
| Median unit price | $1.49M | $1.52M |
| House price YoY | 7.0% | 2.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $1,400 | $1,550 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.2% | 3.2% |
| Days on market (house) | 73 | 76 |
Median price history
Safety
| North Narrabeen | Warriewood | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 100 | 100 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 33 | 12 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 100 | 36 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 266 | 143 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 3,890 | 2,411 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| North Narrabeen | Warriewood | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 2 | 1 |
| Government | 2 | 0 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,059 | 1,085 |
See the full school list on each profile: North Narrabeen · Warriewood
Transport
| North Narrabeen | Warriewood | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 52 | 45 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 41 | 49 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | 74 | 78 |
| Nearest train station (km) | 14.0 km | 15.0 km |
Liveability
| North Narrabeen | Warriewood | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 25.5°C | 25.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 16.5°C | 16.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,300 | 1,300 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 4 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 8 | 9 |
| Parks | 13 | 26 |
| Playgrounds | 12 | 9 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | 16 |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 1.2 km | 1.3 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 20.6 km | 22.1 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | 1.1 km | 1.2 km |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 7.7 km | 9.0 km |
Population & growth
| North Narrabeen | Warriewood | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,016 | 8,379 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,178 | 8,604 |
| Projected 2041 | 6,234 | 8,682 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.67% | 0.66% |
Common questions
Which is safer, North Narrabeen or Warriewood?
North Narrabeen and Warriewood have similar residential safety scores (100 and 100/100).
Which is more affordable, North Narrabeen or Warriewood?
North Narrabeen is more affordable, with a median house price of $2.20M versus $2.38M.
Which has better schools, North Narrabeen or Warriewood?
Warriewood has a higher average school ICSEA (North Narrabeen 1059 vs Warriewood 1085; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, North Narrabeen or Warriewood?
North Narrabeen has the higher transport score (North Narrabeen 52/100 vs Warriewood 45/100).
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