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| Locality | Queenscliff |
| 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 | -33.78283 |
| Longitude | 151.28526 |
| Population | 3,267 |
| Density | 7425.0 /km² |
| Area | 0.4 km² |
| Elevation | 39 m |
| Postcode | 2096 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 12 km northeast |
Queenscliff is a locality in the Northern Beaches Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 3,267. The locality covers an area of 0.4 km², giving a population density of about 7425.0 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 39 m above sea level. It lies approximately 12 km northeast of Sydney. Queenscliff is located at 33.7828°S, 151.2853°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2096.
Queenscliff, a headland sculpted by the relentless embrace of the Tasman Sea, unfurls its character in a panorama of rugged sandstone cliffs and the ceasery whisper of surf. It lies 3.6 km south of Dee Why, NSW (from Dee Why, NSW: bearing 186°T), and is situated 11.7 km north-east of Sydney. The air here carries the sharp tang of salt, a constant reminder of the ocean's proximity, while the land slopes in a verdant cascade towards secluded coves and dramatic ocean vistas. Gum trees, their bark peeling like ancient parchment, cling tenaciously to the exposed slopes, their branches bowed by the persistent sea breeze. The light at dusk paints the water in hues of bruised plum and molten gold, a fleeting masterpiece that mirrors the quiet resilience of this coastal outpost.
This is a place where the past breathes alongside the present, a legacy shaped by maritime history and a deep connection to the sea. For generations, Queenscliff's economy has been intrinsically linked to the ocean's bounty, with fishing fleets once dotting the harbour, their nets a testament to the hard-won sustenance from these waters. Later, the rhythm of life here adapted to the growing allure of tourism, drawing visitors to its pristine beaches and the raw beauty of its coastline. The distinctive charm of Queenscliff lies not in grand pronouncements, but in the subtle patina of time evident in its weathered architecture and the easy camaraderie of its inhabitants, a community that understands the ebb and flow of life dictated by the sea.
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This page provides a street and satellite map of Queenscliff, New South Wales. 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 Queenscliff, in the Northern Beaches Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Queenscliff includes the postcode (2096), 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 Queenscliff is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | July 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. |