FRESHWATER

Sydney North
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House Median
This suburb $3,950,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $1,335,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 2,177
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.6%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 9,186
Density 5,236.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney North
State New South Wales

FRESHWATER Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $3,950,000
House Sales Volume -
Unit Median $1,335,000
Unit Sales Volume 59 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House No data
3 Bed House No data
2 Bed Unit $900/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

FRESHWATER Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Very Safe
Crime rate: 2,177 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.33x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

FRESHWATER 2,177/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

FRESHWATER 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.

FRESHWATER Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

9,186
Total Population
5,236
people/km² density
1.6%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
4,025 people
43.8%
2
Australia
3,057 people
33.3%
3
Ireland
1,280 people
13.9%
4
Scotland
1,099 people
12.0%
5
Italy
460 people
5.0%

Transport

19.1 km
to Sydney CBD
37 min
drive to CBD
68 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools

No school data available for this area

FRESHWATER Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 4 neighbouring suburbs

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About FRESHWATER

Freshwater is located in Northern Sydney, approximately 19.1km from CBD, about 68 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 9,186 with a density of 5236 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $3,950,000, above Sydney average; unit median $1,335,000, above Sydney average.

Education: No high schools in this suburb.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 2177 per 100,000, 0.33x the NSW average, an extremely safe area.

Demographics: English comprises 43.82%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (33.28%) and Irish (13.93%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Freshwater has a house median of $3,950,000 and unit median of $1,335,000. Property prices are significantly above Sydney median, a premium residential area.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Freshwater has a crime rate of 2177 per 100,000, which is 0.33x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Independent schools: None in this suburb or neighbouring areas.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Freshwater has a population of 9,186, with Chinese comprising 1.60%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (43.82%), Aust (33.28%), Irish (13.93%), Scottish (11.96%), Italian (5.01%).

Freshwater is approximately 19.1km from Sydney CBD, about 37 minutes by car or 68 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Middle ring suburb, reasonably convenient commute.