Bronte

NSW 2024 • Greater Sydney

7,166
Population (2021)
$81,224
Median Income
1.33 km²
Area
71m
Elevation
CoastalPremiumBeach LifestyleFamily-FriendlyAffluent

About Bronte

Bronte is a prestigious beachside suburb in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, located just 7 kilometres from the CBD in the Waverley Council area. Home to approximately 7,166 residents, this affluent community features a median household income significantly above Sydney's average, reflecting its desirable coastal location. The suburb centres around the iconic Bronte Beach, which sits on Nelson Bay surrounded by the leafy Bronte Park.

Life in Bronte revolves around the beach and outdoor lifestyle, with the famous Bondi to Coogee coastal walk passing through the suburb. The area features a relaxed, village atmosphere with trendy cafes, boutique shops, and excellent dining options along Bronte Road. Bronte attracts affluent families and professionals who value the combination of beach living with proximity to the city, though property prices are among the highest in Sydney with a median house price exceeding .5 million.

Bronte falls under postcode 2024 and is governed by Waverley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Coogee electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2024
Urban Area
Waverley
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.90°, 151.26°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.33 km²
Elevation
71m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bondi Junction Station
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • 379 — Bronte to North Bondi 15 min
  • 360 — Bondi Junction 8-10 min
  • 361 — Bondi Junction via Tamarama 10 min
  • 362 — Coogee to Bondi Beach (weekends) 12 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
7 km
By Train
20-25 min from Bondi Junction
By Bus
25-35 min via routes 333/380
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Bus to Bondi Junction then train to city, or direct bus to CBD

Walkability Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot with excellent local amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    113 Macphersons St, Bronte NSW 2024 Bronte 2024 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Bronte, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

470 Bronte Road Bronte • SHR #00055
St. Thomas Street, Bronte • SHR #01975

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$675
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,975
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,733
Census 2021
7,166
6.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$65,572
Income 2021
$81,224
23.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

⚖️ Compare Bronte With

🏘️Bondi Beach
View comparison →
🏘️Coogee
View comparison →

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,673
Born Overseas 2,195

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 581
  • 2. New Zealand 184
  • 3. United States 129
  • 4. South Africa 117
  • 5. Ireland 82
  • 6. France 74
  • 7. Germany 62
  • 8. Italy 56
  • 9. Brazil 53
  • 10. Greece 45
  • 11. Canada 44
  • 12. Scotland 36
  • 13. Singapore 36
  • 14. Chile 30
  • 15. China 28

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,798
Australian 2,004
Irish 1,138
Scottish 734
Italian 360
German 330
Greek 226
Chinese 187
French 170
Dutch 111

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,774
Both parents born in Australia
2,649
Both parents born overseas
1,330
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
48.4%
Christianity
38.8%
Judaism
3.6%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
375 (5.2%)
5-14 years
949 (13.2%)
15-19 years
401 (5.6%)
20-24 years
312 (4.4%)
25-34 years
1,175 (16.4%)
35-44 years
1,066 (14.9%)
45-54 years
1,076 (15.0%)
55-64 years
811 (11.3%)
65-74 years
513 (7.2%)
75-84 years
297 (4.1%)
85+ years
185 (2.6%)

Nearby Suburbs