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North Willoughby suburb profile

North Willoughby is a leafy Lower North Shore suburb with an established, residential feel marked by tree-lined streets and a mix of character houses and low-rise units, with pockets of newer townhouses. It suits families and professionals who value quiet streets and local conveniences while remaining close to the retail and transport hub at Chatswood. Everyday needs are met by small shops and neighbourhood services, and there is ready access to parks, sports fields and local schools. Regular bus routes connect the suburb to surrounding centres and the city, making it a practical, settled choice for long-term living.

North Willoughby property market performance

Current median dwelling price$2,632,500Past 3 months

Property growth+9.7%Past 12 months

North Willoughby has relatively few recent sales, so there isn't enough data to publish a reliable median price for houses or units. The figures that are available show house values rose a solid 9.1% over the last 12 months and unit values rose sharply, up 10.2% over the same period; the two moved at a similar pace. Over the past three months 9 houses and 2 units were sold.

The rental market in North Willoughby saw house rents average $1,580 and rise sharply, up 17.0% over the last 12 months. Unit rents averaged $750 and rose a modest 4.2% over the year, so house rents grew faster than unit rents.

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Median price
Past 3 months
N/AN/A
Change in value
Past 12 months
9.1%10.2%
Sold
Past 3 months
92
Median days on market
Past 12 months
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Average rent
Past 12 months
$1580$750
Change in rent
Past 12 months
17.0%4.2%

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North Willoughby demographics

Couple families with children are the largest family group in North Willoughby, making up 51.6% of families. Couple families without children account for 30.0%, one-parent families 16.9% and other families 1.5%, so together the two couple-family categories form just over four in five families (81.6%).

The suburb is home to 4,161 people, with a median age of 40. Typical household income is $2,488 a week, roughly $129,400 a year.

In North Willoughby, about two in three homes are owner-occupied — 39.1% owned outright and 27.3% owned with a mortgage — while around one in three households (33.5%) are rented.

Suburbs near North Willoughby

Some popular suburbs near North Willoughby include:

  • Willoughby: Established residential area on Sydney's lower North Shore, with tree-lined streets.
  • Castlecrag: Bushland reserves and foreshore paths give it a quiet, village feel.
  • Castle Cove: Small waterside suburb beside sheltered harbour in a mainly residential setting.
  • Middle Cove: Leafy, low-density suburb known for waterfront reserves and quiet streets.
  • Chatswood: Major North Shore hub with extensive shopping, transport and commercial precincts.

How does North Willoughby compare to nearby suburbs?

  • Median house prices: North Willoughby’s median house price is 17.3% higher than Chatswood’s.
  • Median unit prices: North Willoughby’s median unit price is 18.7% higher than Chatswood’s.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in North Willoughby have grown 6.2% higher than in Willoughby.
  • Unit price growth: Over the past 12 months, unit prices in North Willoughby have grown 3.9% higher than in Willoughby.
  • Investment considerations: In North Willoughby, the rental yield for house is 71.9% higher than the Sydney average, while the rental yield for units is 4.6% lower.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in North Willoughby have grown 100.6% higher than the average rate of growth across Sydney.
  • Unit price growth:Over the past 12 months, unit prices in North Willoughby have grown 16.8% higher than the average rate of growth for units across Sydney.

Choose the right real estate agents in North Willoughby

Choosing the right real estate agent in North Willoughby can have a big impact on your sale. While there are 5 real estate agents working in the suburb, but just 5 of them were responsible for 100.0% of all property sales over the past year, showing a strong footprint and track record in the area.

Commission rates typically range from 1.75% to 2.42%, depending on the agent and what’s included. Comparing both performance and fee structures can help you find someone who's well-suited to your needs, and set them up for a successful result.

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