NORTHWOOD
NORTHWOOD Property Overview
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About NORTHWOOD
Northwood is located in Northern Sydney, approximately 10.5km from CBD, about 43 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 916 with a density of 2398 people/km².
Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $3,200,000, above Sydney average; unit median $923,000, on par with Sydney average.
Education: No high schools in this suburb.
Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 1528 per 100,000, 0.23x the NSW average, an extremely safe area.
Demographics: Australian comprises 32.64%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (32.10%) and Irish (17.03%), Chinese comprises 11.90%, notable Chinese community.
Transport: No train station coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Northwood has a house median of $3,200,000 and unit median of $923,000. Property prices are about 50% above Sydney median, a quality residential area.
According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Northwood has a crime rate of 1528 per 100,000, which is 0.23x 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, Northwood has a population of 916, with Chinese comprising 11.90%. Moderate Chinese population with established community presence. Main ethnic groups: Aust (32.64%), English (32.10%), Irish (17.03%), Chinese (11.90%), Scottish (8.73%).
Northwood is approximately 10.5km from Sydney CBD, about 23 minutes by car or 43 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Middle ring suburb, reasonably convenient commute.