NORTHWOOD

Sydney North
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House Median
This suburb $3,200,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $923,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 1,528
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 11.9%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 916
Density 2,398.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney North
State New South Wales

NORTHWOOD Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $3,200,000
House Sales Volume 53 sales
Unit Median $923,000
Unit Sales Volume 125 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House No data
3 Bed House $1,263/wk
2 Bed Unit $755/wk
3 Bed Unit $1,050/wk
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

NORTHWOOD Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Very Safe
Crime rate: 1,528 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.23x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

NORTHWOOD 1,528/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

NORTHWOOD 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.

NORTHWOOD Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

916
Total Population
2,398
people/km² density
11.9%
Chinese Population
Well above average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
299 people
32.6%
2
England
294 people
32.1%
3
Ireland
156 people
17.0%
4
China
109 people
11.9%
5
Scotland
80 people
8.7%

Transport

10.5 km
to Sydney CBD
23 min
drive to CBD
43 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools

No school data available for this area

NORTHWOOD Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 3 neighbouring suburbs

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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.