Kirribilli, 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 Kirribilli, in the North Sydney Council local government area.
| Locality | Kirribilli |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | North Sydney Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -33.84748 |
| Longitude | 151.21614 |
| Population | 3,827 |
| Density | 8697.7 /km² |
| Area | 0.4 km² |
| Elevation | 52 m |
| Postcode | 2061 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 2 km north-northeast |
Kirribilli is a locality in the North Sydney Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 3,827. The locality covers an area of 0.4 km², giving a population density of about 8697.7 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 52 m above sea level. It lies approximately 2 km north-northeast of Sydney. Kirribilli is located at 33.8475°S, 151.2161°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2061.
Kirribilli unfurls along the northern shore of Sydney Harbour, a ribbon of vibrant green and ochre clinging to steep, undulating slopes that plunge towards the restless, steel-blue water. It lies 2.3 km north-north-east of Sydney, NSW (from Sydney, NSW: bearing 14°T), and is situated 11.2 km north-north-west of Maroubra. From its foreshores, the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge rises, a colossal iron lace against the sky, its pylons like ancient sentinels guarding the passage. The air here carries the briny tang of the sea, mingled with the sweet perfume of jacarandas and the subtle, earthy scent of the gum trees that dot the residential streets. Sunlight, when it breaks through the coastal haze, paints the weathered sandstone facades of grand Victorian homes with a warm, golden hue, while modern apartments gleam with glass, reflecting the ceaseless dance of ferries and yachts below. The character of Kirribilli is a fascinating blend of the stately and the intimate, a place where grand views are commonplace, yet quiet, leafy enclaves offer moments of serene seclusion.
The history of Kirribilli is deeply entwined with the colonial settlement of Sydney, its land once part of larger pastoral estates before being subdivided and developed into the desirable enclave it is today. Early aspirations were for a genteel residential district, a vision largely realised through the construction of elegant homes and public spaces. The local economy, once perhaps touched by maritime activities due to its harbour frontage, now thrives on its proximity to the central business district and its appeal as a prestigious residential address. Tourism, of course, plays a significant role, drawing visitors to marvel at the harbour vistas and the sheer engineering feat of the bridge. Notable landmarks, beyond the bridge itself, include the former bathing pavilion at Milson Park, a charming relic of a bygone era, and the Admiral's House, a historic residence that speaks of the area's enduring elegance. The daily rhythm of Kirribilli is one of quiet purpose, punctuated by the cheerful chug of ferries and the distant hum of city life, a sophisticated yet relaxed existence unfolding against one of the world's most spectacular natural backdrops.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Kirribilli, 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 Kirribilli, in the North Sydney Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Kirribilli includes the postcode (2061), telephone area code (02), and local government area (North Sydney 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 Kirribilli 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. |