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Dawes Point

NSW 2000 • New South Wales

385
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.15 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Inner CityHistoricAffluent
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About Dawes Point

Dawes Point is a small but historically significant suburb of inner Sydney, located on the north-western edge of the CBD at the southern foot of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, adjacent to The Rocks. Covering just 0.15 square kilometres, it is one of the smallest suburbs in New South Wales, with a 2021 Census population of around 385 residents. The suburb takes its name from Lieutenant William Dawes, an early colonial officer who established an observatory here in 1788. Dawes Point is renowned as the anchoring point of the Sydney Harbour Bridge's southern pylon, and its foreshore Park is one of the most photographed locations in Australia.

Living in Dawes Point places residents at the absolute heart of Sydney's most iconic precinct — within walking distance of the Opera House, Circular Quay, Walsh Bay arts venues, and the vibrant dining and bar scene of The Rocks. The suburb is heavily oriented toward tourism and hospitality, yet a small community of apartment dwellers enjoys premium waterfront living with unmatched views of Sydney Harbour. Public transport is outstanding, with Circular Quay train and ferry services just minutes away. Dawes Point attracts professionals and inner-city enthusiasts who value history, culture, and immediate access to Sydney's best.

Dawes Point falls under postcode 2000 and is governed by the Sydney Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Sydney, while state elections fall under the Sydney electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2000
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Sydney
Federal Electorate
Sydney
State Electorate
Sydney
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.86°, 151.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.15 km²
Population Density
2,541 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$3.7M
5 sales · vs 2024 n/a
🏢Unit / Apartment
$3.7M
8 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2000

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2000, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$32,033
Median 2023–24
$40,697
▲ 27.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$96,404

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2000; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Circular Quay Station
0.5 km
6 min
Wynyard Station
0.8 km
10 min

Bus Services

  • 324, 325, 333, 380 — Circular Quay / Bondi Beach / Coogee Various

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
0.5 km
By Train
2 min to Circular Quay, City Circle
By Car (Peak)
5–10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 min

🛣️ Effectively within the CBD; ferries also depart Circular Quay to Manly, Parramatta, and other destinations

Walkability Walker's Paradise

Everything within walking distance — Circular Quay, The Rocks, Opera House, CBD, and harbour foreshore

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
385
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
267.2 / 100k
2yr Up 14.4% 10yr Down 2.6%
Motor vehicle theft
242.8 / 100k
2yr Up 37.8% 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
1,217.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
55.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.9%
Steal from vehicle
362.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.8%
View all 62 offence types for Sydney →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dawes Point known for? +

Dawes Point is best known as the location of the southern pylon of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, as well as Dawes Point Park — one of Sydney's most iconic harbour foreshore reserves.

How close is Dawes Point to the Sydney CBD? +

Dawes Point is effectively part of the inner CBD precinct, less than 1 km from the heart of the city and a 6-minute walk from Circular Quay train station.

What suburb is the Sydney Harbour Bridge anchored to? +

The southern end of the Sydney Harbour Bridge is anchored in Dawes Point, NSW 2000, adjacent to The Rocks.

Who was Dawes Point named after? +

Dawes Point is named after Lieutenant William Dawes, a British marine officer who established one of Australia's first astronomical observatories at this location in 1788.

What public transport serves Dawes Point? +

Dawes Point is served by Circular Quay train station (City Circle line), multiple bus routes, and Circular Quay ferry wharves with services across Sydney Harbour.

What is the median house price in Dawes Point? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $3,700,000, and the median unit/apartment price is $3,700,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Dawes Point a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dawes Point is part of the Sydney 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.

What is the population of Dawes Point? +

Dawes Point had a population of 385 at the 2021 Census.