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Dover Heights

NSW 2030 • Greater Sydney

4,044
Population (2021)
$201,604
Median Household Income
0.95 km²
Area
$798/wk
Median Rent
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About Dover Heights

Dover Heights is an exclusive eastern suburbs enclave perched on the cliffs of Sydney's coastline, just 8 kilometres east of the CBD in the Waverley local government area. With a population of approximately 4,044, this tightly-knit suburb covers just 1 square kilometre and commands some of the most spectacular ocean views in Sydney. The predominant age group is 10-19 years, reflecting the family-oriented nature of this affluent community where households are primarily couples with children working in professional occupations.

Dover Heights offers a prestigious coastal lifestyle with 9 parks covering 12% of the suburb, dramatic cliff-top walks, and proximity to Bondi Beach and the famous Bondi to Bronte coastal trail. The suburb has a strong Jewish community with excellent private schools including Kesser Torah College and Moriah College nearby. Dover Heights attracts established families and professionals who value the blend of ocean panoramas, village atmosphere, top-tier schools, and easy access to both Bondi Junction's shopping precinct and the Sydney CBD.

Dover Heights falls under postcode 2030 and is governed by Waverley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Vaucluse electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2030
Urban Area
Waverley
LGA / Council
Waverley
Federal Electorate
Wentworth
State Electorate
Vaucluse
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.87°, 151.28°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.95 km²
Elevation
83m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$7.35M
41 sales · ▲ 6.5% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$2.1M
22 sales · ▲ 44.2% 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)
$798
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$4,333
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
41 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bondi Junction
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • 380 — Bondi Junction to Dover Heights via Military Road 15-20 min
  • 324 — Dover Heights to Wynyard (Sydney CBD) via Rose Bay 35-40 min
  • 381 — Bondi Junction to North Bondi via Dover Heights 20 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
8 km
By Train
25-30 min (bus to Bondi Junction then T4 Line to City)
By Bus
35-40 min (Route 324 direct to Wynyard)
By Car (Peak)
25-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ Bus 380 connects to Bondi Junction interchange for trains to CBD. Route 324 runs direct to the city via Rose Bay. Rose Bay ferry wharf is also accessible.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Hilly terrain with cliff-top walks; bus needed for shopping at Bondi Junction but local cafes and parks within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
122.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.4%
Motor vehicle theft
155.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
329.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
115.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.9%
View all 62 offence types for Waverley →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,802
Census 2021
4,044
▲ 6.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$59,540
Personal Income 2021
$73,008
▲ 22.6% 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
$73,008 / yr
$1404/wk
Household
$201,604 / yr
$3877/wk
Family
$237,744 / yr
$4572/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,251
Born Overseas 1,670

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. South Africa 578
  • 2. England 134
  • 3. China 82
  • 4. New Zealand 49
  • 5. United States 46
  • 6. France 29
  • 7. Italy 27
  • 8. Egypt 25
  • 9. Hong Kong 25
  • 10. Indonesia 24

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 816
Australian 789
South African 513
Irish 243
Chinese 225
Russian 199
Greek 187
Polish 169
Italian 160
German 142

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

848
Both parents born in Australia
2,442
Both parents born overseas
623
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Judaism
49.9%
Christianity
23.6%
No Religion
19.6%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
197 (4.9%)
5-14 years
627 (15.5%)
15-19 years
310 (7.7%)
20-24 years
248 (6.1%)
25-34 years
382 (9.4%)
35-44 years
446 (11.0%)
45-54 years
650 (16.1%)
55-64 years
512 (12.7%)
65-74 years
405 (10.0%)
75-84 years
191 (4.7%)
85+ years
67 (1.7%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dover Heights known for? +

Dover Heights offers a prestigious coastal lifestyle with 9 parks covering 12% of the suburb, dramatic cliff-top walks, and proximity to Bondi Beach and the famous Bondi to Bronte coastal trail.

How far is Dover Heights from Sydney CBD? +

Dover Heights is approximately 8 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 25-35 min in peak hour and 15 min off-peak.

Does Dover Heights have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Bondi Junction (2.5 km away, approximately 30 min walk) on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line. Bus services include 380, running to Bondi Junction to Dover Heights via Military Road in approximately 15-20 min.

What is the population of Dover Heights? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dover Heights has a population of 4,044 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Dover Heights a good place to live? +

Dover Heights is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The suburb has a strong Jewish community with excellent private schools including Kesser Torah College and Moriah College nearby.

What is the postcode for Dover Heights? +

The postcode for Dover Heights is 2030. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Dover Heights? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Dover Heights is about $1,404 per week (around $73,000 per year). The median household income is $3,877 per week and the median family income is $4,572 per week.

What is the median house price in Dover Heights? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $7,350,000, up 6.5% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $2,105,000, up 44.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Dover Heights? +

The median age in Dover Heights is 41. The largest age group is 45–54 (650 residents, around 16%). Around 28% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Dover Heights a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dover Heights is part of the Waverley 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 Dover Heights? +

In Dover Heights, the median weekly rent is $798, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $4,333 (2021 Census).