Average rent in Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl, NSW — 2026

Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl is part of the Northern Beaches council area and sits 14km out from the Sydney CBD, with around 9,116 residents at the 2021 ABS Census. Renters here typically pay $573/week, which is above the New South Wales median of $424/week. About 33% of households rent — the rest are owners or paying down a mortgage.

$573/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
9,116

ABS 2021

Median age
38
Distance to Sydney
14 km
Households renting
33%
Separate houses
53%
Flats / apartments
44%
Born overseas
31%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Northern Beaches

Renting in Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl

Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl is one of the more expensive parts of New South Wales to rent in — the typical renter pays $573/week, around 35% above the state median of $424/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 65% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (53%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 14km from Sydney, with a population of around 9,116 and a median age of 38. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl, NSW was $573. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl rent compare to New South Wales?+
At the 2021 Census, New South Wales's state median rent was $424 a week. Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl sat at $573 — 35% above the state average. The suburb is 14km from Sydney, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (53% separate houses, 44% flats here).
Which suburbs near Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl have lower rent?+
Nearby suburbs with lower median rents than Dee Why (South) - North Curl Curl's $573/week (ABS 2021) include Annandale (NSW), Randwick - North, Marsden Park - Shanes Park. Crows Nest - Waverton, Randwick - South, Five Dock - Abbotsford sit above. Bear in mind that lower nominal rent doesn't always reflect better value once you factor in commute time, transit access, and housing condition — the rent submission form below lets you contribute to the live picture for your area.

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