Suburb comparison
Kirribilli vs North Sydney — which Sydney suburb suits you?
The key differences: Kirribilli commands a $608K premium on median property price over North Sydney; North Sydney is $100/wk cheaper per week to rent; North Sydney has more schools within the postcode. The table below covers all available metrics.
Last refreshed April 2026 (most cards). Per-card sources show exact dates.
North Sydney
Kirribilli
2061
North Sydney
North Sydney
2060
Choose Kirribilli if...
- Kirribilli leads on 4 of the 6 head-to-head metrics
Choose North Sydney if...
- You want a lower entry price for a house
- You are renting first and want lower weekly outgoings
- School options within walking distance matter
Common questions
- Is Kirribilli or North Sydney more expensive?
- Kirribilli has the higher median house price ($3.67M) compared with $3.06M in North Sydney.
- Which is better for renters — Kirribilli or North Sydney?
- Median weekly rent is $900/wk in Kirribilli and $800/wk in North Sydney, making North Sydney the more affordable rental market.
- Is Kirribilli or North Sydney at higher flood risk?
- Flood mapping coverage varies by postcode — see the flood risk pages for both suburbs for authoritative NSW data.
- How many schools are in Kirribilli vs North Sydney?
- Kirribilli has 0 schools in the postcode, and North Sydney has 2. Note that school catchments can extend across postcode boundaries.
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