Broadway
NSW 1401 • New South Wales
About Broadway
Broadway is a suburb in inner Sydney, New South Wales, situated approximately 2 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD at the intersection of George Street and Parramatta Road, within the City of Sydney Council area. The suburb is known as a significant commercial and educational precinct, anchored by the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and the Broadway Shopping Centre, one of Sydney's major inner-city retail destinations. The locality's postcode (1401) is a non-residential PO Box postcode, reflecting its primarily commercial and institutional character.
Broadway is home to the Broadway Shopping Centre, housing major retailers including Kmart, Harris Farm Markets, and a cinema complex, while the surrounding streets feature the UTS campus buildings, student housing, and a variety of cafes and restaurants serving the student and worker population. The suburb is exceptionally well-connected by bus along George Street and Parramatta Road, and is a short walk or cycle from Central Station. The area suits students, workers, and visitors who value access to Sydney's inner-city amenities, shopping, and the University of Technology's world-class campus.
Broadway falls under postcode 1401 and is governed by the Upper Lachlan Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Sydney, while state elections fall under the Sydney electorate.
Location
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Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 422, 423, 426, 428, 431, 433, others — Sydney CBD (Wynyard/Town Hall) 5-10 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Parramatta Road and George Street provide direct road access; excellent bus network
Broadway is highly walkable, with the Broadway Shopping Centre, UTS, cafes, and bus connections all within easy walking distance.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest 2025 rates for the Upper Lachlan Local Government Area, which contains Broadway. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.
Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)
