Cromer, New South Wales — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Cromer, in the Northern Beaches Council local government area.
| Locality | Cromer |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Northern Beaches Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -33.73037 |
| Longitude | 151.26524 |
| Population | 7,515 |
| Density | 1189.1 /km² |
| Area | 6.3 km² |
| Elevation | 34 m |
| Postcode | 2099 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 16 km north-northeast |
Cromer is a locality in the Northern Beaches Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 7,515. The locality covers an area of 6.3 km², giving a population density of about 1189.1 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 34 m above sea level. It lies approximately 16 km north-northeast of Sydney. Cromer is located at 33.7304°S, 151.2652°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2099.
Cromer unfolds as a coastal tapestry, its character shaped by the relentless kiss of the Tasman Sea. It lies 3.2 km north-west of Dee Why, NSW (from Dee Why, NSW: bearing 316°T), and is situated 12.3 km south-south-west of Pittwater. The land here offers a gentle undulation, a soft rise and fall that leads the eye towards the shimmering expanse of water. Clumps of hardy coastal scrub cling to the slopes, their leaves often dusted with a fine, salty spray that catches the light like scattered diamonds, particularly in the late afternoon when the sun dips low, painting the sky in hues of apricot and rose. The air itself carries a perpetual tang of brine and damp earth, a constant reminder of the ocean's proximity, and the low, rhythmic murmur of waves can often be heard, a soothing counterpoint to the occasional cry of a seabird overhead.
The story of Cromer is one of quiet resilience and adaptation, its history entwined with the sea and the land it borders. Once a place where early settlers sought sustenance from the abundant waters and the fertile, though sometimes challenging, terrain, its economy has long been tied to the bounty of the coast. Fishing boats have long been a familiar sight in the nearby waterways, their weathered hulls a testament to generations spent navigating these waters. While agriculture once played a more prominent role, the modern character of Cromer is increasingly defined by its residential appeal, drawing families who appreciate the laid-back lifestyle and the easy access to the natural beauty. The nearby beaches, with their golden sands and surf that beckons both the novice and the seasoned board rider, are the undisputed heart of Cromer's allure, drawing visitors and residents alike to its sun-drenched shores.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Cromer, New South Wales with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Cromer, in the Northern Beaches Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Cromer includes the postcode (2099), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Northern Beaches Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Cromer is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |