Queenscliff

POSTAL CODE: NSW, 2096
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QUEENSCLIFF, 2096 delivered a stronger performance in contrast to other Australian suburbs in terms of appreciation of property value.

Investors saw the median home price rise to $4,475,000.

Profits due to an upward trend in home prices in the suburb averaged 16.39% per annum over a 3-year period.

QUEENSCLIFF now ranks at the 1305th place on a list of fastest growing suburbs in the territory.

Figures from the previous quarter show that capital gains for real estate buyers in QUEENSCLIFF are low, as opposed to average gains per annum over the past five years.

Because of this real estate investors could earn a rental income of $1000 based on current median home prices.

Regardless, it is expected for properties to spend some time on the market prior to a successful sale. In QUEENSCLIFF, homes and units usually stay on listing for an average of N/A.

In 2016, 13 properties were sold in QUEENSCLIFF during the past year, making it the 1258th most active market in NSW based on total real estate transactions.

Surburb overview

Queenscliff is a suburb within the Northern Beaches Council area, located approximately 16 kilometres northeast of Sydney's central business district. It is situated between the suburbs of Manly to the south and Freshwater to the north.

Named in honour of Queen Victoria, Queenscliff became a popular destination for holidaymakers in the early 1900s, with visitors staying in holiday shacks on the headland. The suburb is notable in Australian surfing history for its "heavy" waves, known as bomboras, that break out at sea. In 1961, surfer Dave Jackman rode one of these waves, marking the beginning of big wave surfing in Australia.

According to the 2021 Census, Queenscliff has a population of 3,407 residents. A majority, 58.7%, were born in Australia, with significant communities from England (11.2%) and New Zealand (2.9%). English is the predominant language spoken at home, accounting for 80.9% of households.

Queenscliff Beach is at the northern end of a continuous stretch of beach, including North Steyne Beach and Manly Beach. The beach is renowned for its challenging surf conditions, which attract experienced surfers. At the northern end of the suburb, residents can find a 50-meter rock pool against the headland cliffs. A scenic walk around the cliff edges, passing through the "worm tunnel," leads to Freshwater Beach; however, this walk is only possible at low tide.

Queenscliff Headland offers expansive views of Manly and extends north along the Northern Beaches coastline, making it a popular spot for sightseeing and photography.

Residents of Queenscliff enjoy a coastal lifestyle with easy access to Queenscliff and Manly beaches. The suburb has many housing options, including apartments and family homes, many offering ocean views. Local amenities, including cafes, shops, and recreational facilities, serve the area well.

Queenscliff offers a blend of historical significance, natural beauty, and a vibrant community atmosphere, making it a desirable suburb within Sydney's Northern Beaches region. 

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