FAIRLIGHT

Sydney North
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House Median
No data available
Unit Median
This suburb $1,723,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 1,466
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.9%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 6,141
Density 5,256.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney North
State New South Wales

FAIRLIGHT Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median No data
House Sales Volume -
Unit Median $1,723,000
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House No data
3 Bed House No data
2 Bed Unit $975/wk
3 Bed Unit $1,350/wk
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

FAIRLIGHT Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Very Safe
Crime rate: 1,466 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.22x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

FAIRLIGHT 1,466/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

FAIRLIGHT 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.

FAIRLIGHT Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

6,141
Total Population
5,256
people/km² density
1.9%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
2,848 people
46.4%
2
Australia
1,829 people
29.8%
3
Ireland
945 people
15.4%
4
Scotland
790 people
12.9%
5
Germany
276 people
4.5%

Transport

15.4 km
to Sydney CBD
30 min
drive to CBD
53 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools

No school data available for this area

FAIRLIGHT Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 2 neighbouring suburbs

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About FAIRLIGHT

Fairlight is located in Northern Sydney, approximately 15.4km from CBD, about 53 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 6,141 with a density of 5256 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), unit median $1,723,000, above Sydney average.

Education: No high schools in this suburb.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 1466 per 100,000, 0.22x the NSW average, an extremely safe area.

Demographics: English comprises 46.38%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (29.78%) and Irish (15.39%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Fairlight has a unit median of $1,723,000. Limited house data available. Property prices are significantly above Sydney median, a premium residential area.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Fairlight has a crime rate of 1466 per 100,000, which is 0.22x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Catholic schools: St Paul's Catholic College Manly, 2024 HSC results: 51 Distinguished Achievers, 1 All Rounders, AU Guide Score 64.9 (neighbouring suburb). Independent schools: Stella Maris College, 2024 HSC results: 114 Distinguished Achievers, 1 Top Achievers, 1 First in Course, AU Guide Score 66.0 (neighbouring suburb).

According to ABS 2021 Census, Fairlight has a population of 6,141, with Chinese comprising 1.90%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (46.38%), Aust (29.78%), Irish (15.39%), Scottish (12.86%), German (4.49%).

Fairlight is approximately 15.4km from Sydney CBD, about 30 minutes by car or 53 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Middle ring suburb, reasonably convenient commute.