How far is Darling Point from Sydney CBD?

Darling Point is approximately 4 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 15-25 min in peak hour and 8-12 min off-peak.

Does Darling Point have public transport?

The nearest train station is Edgecliff (0.6 km away, approximately 8 min walk) on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line. Bus services include 328, running to Double Bay to City via Darling Point Road in approximately 15-20 min.

What is the population of Darling Point?

According to the 2021 Census, Darling Point has a population of 3,977 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Darling Point a good place to live?

Darling Point is well-suited to those seeking an upmarket lifestyle, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The historic St Mark's Anglican Church, designed by Edmund Blacket in 1852, is an iconic landmark and sought-after wedding venue.

What is the postcode for Darling Point?

The postcode for Darling Point is 2027. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Darling Point?

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Darling Point is about $1,799 per week (around $93,500 per year). The median household income is $3,219 per week and the median family income is $4,620 per week.

What is the median house price in Darling Point?

As of 2025, the median house price is $8,100,000, down 42.1% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $2,700,000, up 16.9% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Darling Point?

The median age in Darling Point is 49. The largest age group is 25–34 (588 residents, around 15%). Around 14% of residents are under 20 and about 31% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Darling Point a safe area?

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Darling Point is part of the Woollahra 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 Darling Point?

In Darling Point, the median weekly rent is $825, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,900 (2021 Census).

Darling Point

NSW 2027 • Greater Sydney

3,977

Population (2021)

$167,388

Median Household Income

0.67 km²

Area

$825/wk

Median Rent

AffluentHarboursideHistoricPrestigeQuiet

About Darling Point

Darling Point is one of Australia's most exclusive and prestigious harbourside suburbs, situated just 4 kilometres east of the Sydney CBD in the Municipality of Woollahra. With a population of approximately 3,977 (2021 Census), it is a compact, primarily residential enclave renowned for its stunning harbour views and heritage mansions. The suburb is bounded by Sydney Harbour to the north, Double Bay to the east, Edgecliff to the south, and Rushcutters Bay to the west. Darling Point has a notably older demographic, with around 34% of residents aged over 60, and attracts affluent professionals and long-term residents.

Darling Point offers a serene, leafy lifestyle with McKell Park providing panoramic harbour views and serving as a popular picnic and wedding destination. The historic St Mark's Anglican Church, designed by Edmund Blacket in 1852, is an iconic landmark and sought-after wedding venue. Residents enjoy harbour access via Darling Point ferry wharf, connecting to Double Bay services and Circular Quay. The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia is headquartered here, reflecting the suburb's strong maritime heritage and affluent character.

Darling Point falls under postcode 2027 and is governed by Woollahra Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Vaucluse electorate.

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📍 Location

State

New South Wales

Postcode

2027

Urban Area

Woollahra

LGA / Council

Woollahra

Federal Electorate

Wentworth

State Electorate

Vaucluse

Type

Major Urban

Timezone

Sydney (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-33.87°, 151.24°

Statistical Area

Greater Sydney

Area

0.67 km²

Elevation

10m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House

$8.1M

10 sales · ▼ 42.1% vs 2024

🏢Unit / Apartment

$2.7M

133 sales · ▲ 16.9% 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)

$825

Median Mortgage (monthly)

$3,900

Avg Household Size

1.9 people

Median Age

49 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Edgecliff

0.6 km

8 min

Kings Cross

1.5 km

18 min

Martin Place

3.2 km

N/A

Bondi Junction

2.5 km

N/A

Bus Services

328 — Double Bay to City via Darling Point Road 15-20 min
324, 325 — Watsons Bay to City via Edgecliff 20-25 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance

4 km

By Train

10-12 min from Edgecliff Station

By Bus

15-20 min via route 328

By Car (Peak)

15-25 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

8-12 min

🛣️ Darling Point ferry wharf provides harbour access. Limited street parking.

Walkability Very Walkable

Pleasant walking environment with harbour foreshore paths and quiet residential streets. Edgecliff Station and Double Bay shops are within walking distance, though some hilly terrain.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

📚

Ascham School

188 New South Head Road

IndependentPrimary/Secondary CombinedGirlsNon-Denominational

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 4 heritage-listed places in or near Darling Point, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Babworth House

103 Darling Point Road Darling Point • SHR #01300

Bishopscourt

11-21 Greenoaks Avenue Darling Point • SHR #00362

Lindesay

1a Carthona Avenue Darling Point • SHR #00686

Swifts

68 Darling Point Road Darling Point • SHR #00146

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)

148.6 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.5%

Motor vehicle theft

108.7 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Stable

Non-DV assault

224.7 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Stable

Robbery (unarmed)

1.8 / 100k

2yr — 10yr —

Steal from vehicle

143.2 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.3%

View all 62 offence types for Woollahra →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

4,190

Census 2021

3,977

▼ 5.1% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

$83,096

Personal Income 2021

$93,548

▲ 12.6% 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

$93,548 / yr

$1799/wk

Household

$167,388 / yr

$3219/wk

Family

$240,240 / yr

$4620/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,368

Born Overseas 1,354

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

1. England 243
2. South Africa 131
3. New Zealand 124
4. China 69
5. United States 62
6. Germany 40
7. Hong Kong 40
8. Singapore 34
9. Italy 30
10. Canada 27
11. France 26
12. Ireland 26
13. Malaysia 23
14. Philippines 22
15. India 20

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,441

Australian 930

Irish 538

Scottish 442

Chinese 229

German 196

Italian 182

Polish 112

Greek 91

South African 79

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,473

Both parents born in Australia

1,625

Both parents born overseas

628

One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity

43.8%

No Religion

34.7%

Judaism

10.5%

Buddhism

1.4%

Islam

0.8%

Hinduism

0.3%

Sikhism

0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years

156 (3.9%)

5-14 years

274 (6.9%)

15-19 years

126 (3.2%)

20-24 years

141 (3.5%)

25-34 years

588 (14.8%)

35-44 years

516 (13.0%)

45-54 years

453 (11.4%)

55-64 years

522 (13.1%)

65-74 years

565 (14.2%)

75-84 years

484 (12.2%)

85+ years

169 (4.2%)