Dee Why - North, NSW 2549
A well-connected Sydney pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Inner-city living
- $550/wk Median
- 48.5% Renters
Dee Why - North Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 17.8k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $550
- To the CBD
- 15km
- Walkability
- 8.2
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Dee Why - North Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Dee Why - North is one of Sydney's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 17,816 residents, a substantial 48.5% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $550 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Dee Why - North
Dee Why - North Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Dee Why - North Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Dee Why - North
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Dee Why - North
Real questions renters ask before moving to Dee Why - North.
How much does it cost to rent in Dee Why - North?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Dee Why - North is $550. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $550 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Dee Why - North?
Locals describe Dee Why - North as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 17,816, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is Dee Why - North walkable?
Dee Why - North carries a walkability score of 8.2/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Dee Why - North a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Dee Why - North has a 48.5% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
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