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Breakfast Point

NSW 2137 • Greater Sydney

4,678
Population (2021)
$119,756
Median Household Income
0.52 km²
Area
$680/wk
Median Rent
WaterfrontAffluentMaster-PlannedWell-ConnectedUrban Renewal

About Breakfast Point

Breakfast Point is a prestigious waterfront suburb in Sydney's Inner West, located 16 kilometres west of the CBD within the City of Canada Bay. This master-planned community was developed on the former Mortlake Gas Works site by the Parramatta River and is home to 4,678 residents. Named after the historical headland where Captain John Hunter had breakfast during his 1788 exploration of the Parramatta River, the suburb represents one of Sydney's most successful urban renewal projects, featuring contemporary architecture and premium riverside living.

Breakfast Point offers an upscale lifestyle combining waterfront living with urban convenience, featuring modern apartment complexes, architecturally designed houses, and extensive parklands along the river. The community enjoys excellent transport connectivity via ferry services to Circular Quay and multiple bus routes, plus a boutique shopping village with quality dining and retail options. The suburb attracts affluent professionals, empty nesters, and international residents who value the premium location, water views, and sophisticated amenities while maintaining easy access to Sydney's business districts.

Breakfast Point falls under postcode 2137 and is governed by Canada Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Drummoyne electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2137
Urban Area
Canada Bay
LGA / Council
Canada Bay
Federal Electorate
Reid
State Electorate
Drummoyne
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.84°, 151.11°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.52 km²
Elevation
16m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Breakfast Point for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$4.38M
9 sales · ▲ 12.3% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.45M
146 sales · ▲ 3.3% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$680
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,800
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
47 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Rhodes Station
2.1 km
25 minutes
Concord West Station
2.8 km
32 minutes
Strathfield Station
4.2 km
Not walkable
Burwood Station
4.5 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • 464 — Ashfield via Burwood 35-45 minutes
  • 502 — Sydney CBD via Five Dock, Drummoyne 45-55 minutes
  • 466 — Burwood via Cabarita 25-30 minutes
  • 410 — Hurstville or Marsfield 40-60 minutes

Commute to Sydney

Distance
16 km
By Train
35-45 minutes (bus to Rhodes then train)
By Bus
45-55 minutes direct via route 502
By Car (Peak)
35-50 minutes via Victoria Road
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-30 minutes

🛣️ Premium ferry service to Circular Quay in 35-45 minutes

Walkability Very Walkable

Most daily amenities walkable with excellent public transport connections

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Canada Bay Local Government Area, which contains Breakfast Point. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
243.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.3%
Motor vehicle theft
116 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
212.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
213.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.3%
View all 62 offence types for Canada Bay →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,188
Census 2021
4,678
▲ 11.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$58,188
Personal Income 2021
$64,948
▲ 11.6% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$64,948 / yr
$1249/wk
Household
$119,756 / yr
$2303/wk
Family
$148,200 / yr
$2850/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,580
Born Overseas 1,896

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 454
  • 2. England 180
  • 3. South Korea 124
  • 4. Italy 102
  • 5. Hong Kong 86
  • 6. New Zealand 70
  • 7. South Africa 66
  • 8. India 57
  • 9. Malaysia 53
  • 10. Iran 52

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,100
Chinese 843
Australian 797
Italian 498
Irish 450
Scottish 330
Lebanese 155
Korean 151
German 127
Indian 127

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,394
Both parents born in Australia
2,586
Both parents born overseas
495
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
54.9%
No Religion
31.6%
Buddhism
3.1%
Islam
2.8%
Hinduism
1.8%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
216 (4.6%)
5-14 years
373 (8.0%)
15-19 years
151 (3.2%)
20-24 years
124 (2.7%)
25-34 years
604 (12.9%)
35-44 years
718 (15.3%)
45-54 years
630 (13.5%)
55-64 years
671 (14.3%)
65-74 years
693 (14.8%)
75-84 years
403 (8.6%)
85+ years
93 (2.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Breakfast Point known for? +

Breakfast Point offers an upscale lifestyle combining waterfront living with urban convenience, featuring modern apartment complexes, architecturally designed houses, and extensive parklands along the river.

How far is Breakfast Point from Sydney CBD? +

Breakfast Point is approximately 16 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 35-50 minutes via Victoria Road in peak hour and 25-30 minutes off-peak.

Does Breakfast Point have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Rhodes Station (2.1 km away, approximately 25 minutes walk) on the T1 Northern line - frequent services to Central. Bus services include 464, running to Ashfield via Burwood in approximately 35-45 minutes.

What is the population of Breakfast Point? +

According to the 2021 Census, Breakfast Point has a population of 4,678 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Breakfast Point a good place to live? +

Breakfast Point is well-suited to those seeking an upmarket lifestyle, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The community enjoys excellent transport connectivity via ferry services to Circular Quay and multiple bus routes, plus a boutique shopping village with quality dining and retail options.

What is the postcode for Breakfast Point? +

The postcode for Breakfast Point is 2137. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Breakfast Point? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Breakfast Point is about $1,249 per week (around $64,900 per year). The median household income is $2,303 per week and the median family income is $2,850 per week.

What is the median house price in Breakfast Point? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $4,380,000, up 12.3% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,450,000, up 3.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Breakfast Point? +

The median age in Breakfast Point is 47. The largest age group is 35–44 (718 residents, around 15%). Around 16% of residents are under 20 and about 25% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Breakfast Point a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Breakfast Point is part of the Canada Bay LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Breakfast Point? +

In Breakfast Point, the median weekly rent is $680, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,800 (2021 Census).