NARARA

中央海岸
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House Median
This suburb $1,077,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $638,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 3,258
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 2.3%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 8,471
Density 1,028.0/km²
Region Info
Region 中央海岸
State New South Wales

NARARA Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,077,000
House Sales Volume 186 sales
Unit Median $638,000
Unit Sales Volume 135 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $520/wk
3 Bed House $670/wk
2 Bed Unit $580/wk
3 Bed Unit $650/wk
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

NARARA Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Very Safe
Crime rate: 3,258 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.49x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

NARARA 3,258/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

NARARA 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.

NARARA Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

8,471
Total Population
1,028
people/km² density
2.3%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
3,562 people
42.1%
2
Australia
3,452 people
40.8%
3
Ireland
950 people
11.2%
4
Scotland
860 people
10.2%
5
Australia
355 people
4.2%

Transport

87.9 km
to Sydney CBD
74 min
drive to CBD
106 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (2)

Independent (1)

St Philip's Christian College - Gosford

Details
52.5 score K-12 Co-ed

Public (1)

Narara Valley High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About NARARA

Narara is located in Central Coast. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 8,471 with a density of 1028 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,077,000, below Sydney average; unit median $638,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Narara Valley High School has 4 Distinguished Achievers; independent school St Philip's Christian College - Gosford has 22.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 3258 per 100,000, 0.49x the NSW average, an extremely safe area.

Demographics: English comprises 42.05%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (40.75%) and Irish (11.22%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Narara has a house median of $1,077,000 and unit median of $638,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Narara has a crime rate of 3258 per 100,000, which is 0.49x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: Narara Valley High School, 2024 HSC results: 4 Distinguished Achievers. Independent schools: St Philip's Christian College - Gosford, 2024 HSC results: 22 Distinguished Achievers, AU Guide Score 52.5.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Narara has a population of 8,471, with Chinese comprising 2.30%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (42.05%), Aust (40.75%), Irish (11.22%), Scottish (10.15%), Aust_Abor (4.19%).

Narara is approximately 87.9km from Sydney CBD, about 74 minutes by car or 106 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.