DEE WHY

Sydney North
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House Median
This suburb $2,721,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $1,075,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 3,447
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 4.2%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 23,354
Density 7,573.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney North
State New South Wales

DEE WHY Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $2,721,000
House Sales Volume 47 sales
Unit Median $1,075,000
Unit Sales Volume 147 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $938/wk
3 Bed House $1,200/wk
2 Bed Unit $840/wk
3 Bed Unit $1,100/wk
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

DEE WHY Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Safe
Crime rate: 3,447 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.52x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

DEE WHY 3,447/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

DEE WHY has a crime rate below the NSW average, indicating generally good safety conditions. However, it's still advisable to maintain basic safety awareness and secure personal belongings.

DEE WHY Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

23,354
Total Population
7,573
people/km² density
4.2%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
7,028 people
30.1%
2
Australia
5,233 people
22.4%
3
Ireland
2,134 people
9.1%
4
Scotland
1,805 people
7.7%
5
Italy
1,604 people
6.9%

Transport

20.1 km
to Sydney CBD
38 min
drive to CBD
58 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Independent (1)

St Luke's Grammar School

Details
81.2 score K-12 Co-ed

DEE WHY Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 5 neighbouring suburbs

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About DEE WHY

Dee Why is located in Northern Sydney, approximately 20.1km from CBD, about 58 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 23,354 with a density of 7573 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $2,721,000, above Sydney average; unit median $1,075,000, above Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, independent school St Luke's Grammar School has 173.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 3447 per 100,000, 0.52x the NSW average, a very safe area.

Demographics: English comprises 30.09%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (22.41%) and Irish (9.14%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Dee Why has a house median of $2,721,000 and unit median of $1,075,000. Property prices are about 50% above Sydney median, a quality residential area.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Dee Why has a crime rate of 3447 per 100,000, which is 0.52x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Independent schools: St Luke's Grammar School, 2024 HSC results: 173 Distinguished Achievers, 6 All Rounders, 2 Top Achievers, 1 First in Course, AU Guide Score 81.2.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Dee Why has a population of 23,354, with Chinese comprising 4.20%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (30.09%), Aust (22.41%), Irish (9.14%), Scottish (7.73%), Italian (6.87%).

Dee Why is approximately 20.1km from Sydney CBD, about 38 minutes by car or 58 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Outer ring suburb, moderate commute time.