FAIRLIGHT
FAIRLIGHT Property Overview
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FAIRLIGHT 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.