Last updated October 2026
Northcross is a residential upper-North Shore suburb — established family residential, the well-regarded Northcross Intermediate School, and easy access to both Long Bay Beach and the Albany commercial centre.
Official Suburb Facts
- Population (2023 Census)
- About 3,420, about the same as 2018
- Land area
- 1.18 km²
- Location
- 15.6 km north of central Auckland
- Council
- Auckland Council
- Neighbouring suburbs
- Browns Bay, Torbay, Fairview Heights, Oteha
- Ward or local board
- Hibiscus and Bays Local Board
- Getting there
- East Coast Road and SH1 motorway access; buses on East Coast Road
- Main shopping
- Westfield Albany, in nearby Albany
- Schools
- Northcross Intermediate, Sherwood School (Auckland)
- Nearby landmarks
- Long Bay Regional Park, Long Bay-Okura Marine Reserve
Who Lives in Northcross
About 3,420 residents in 1,130 households. From the 2023 Census, with the New Zealand figure alongside for comparison.
About Northcross
Northcross is an established upper-North Shore family residential suburb — with the Northcross Intermediate School at the centre. The combination of being walking distance to the major Long Bay Regional Park beach and within easy driving range of Westfield Albany makes Northcross popular with families wanting both coastal and commercial amenity access.
Northcross Intermediate School
Northcross Intermediate School is one of the larger and well-regarded intermediate schools on the North Shore — drawing students from across the surrounding East Coast Bays and upper North Shore. The school’s reputation contributes to the family demographic that defines Northcross. Secondary access is typically through Long Bay College or the wider Westlake zone.
Close to Long Bay Beach
Long Bay Regional Park (Auckland’s most-visited regional park) is a short drive east — giving Northcross families one of the city’s best swimming beaches plus regional park amenities (picnic, walking, playground) on their doorstep. The Long Bay–Okura Marine Reserve to the north of the beach adds snorkelling and protected-water swimming.
Near Northcross
Just outside Northcross, within 10 km of its centre, nearest first.
Places
Businesses
Where to Learn More
Northcross Intermediate School — local intermediate school.
Auckland Council — Long Bay Regional Park — nearby beach and park.
Hibiscus and Bays Local Board — local government area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Northcross?
Upper North Shore Auckland. ~18 km from CBD.
What school is in Northcross?
Northcross Intermediate School — one of the larger and well-regarded North Shore intermediates.
Is Long Bay nearby?
Yes — Long Bay Regional Park (Auckland’s most-visited regional park) is a short drive east.
What’s the character?
Established family residential with strong school and beach amenity access.
Where do I shop near Northcross?
Westfield Albany in nearby Albany is the main shopping centre for Northcross.
Is there a marine reserve near Northcross?
Yes, the Long Bay-Okura Marine Reserve north of Long Bay Beach offers snorkelling and protected-water swimming.
For more upper North Shore suburbs see Auckland Suburbs — including Long Bay Regional Park.
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Explore Auckland only lists suburbs officially recognised by Land Information New Zealand (LINZ), and Northcross is one of them. Suburb boundary: LINZ, CC BY 4.0.