DEE WHY
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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.