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Forest Lodge

NSW 2037 • Greater Sydney

4,965
Population (2021)
$126,724
Median Household Income
0.45 km²
Area
$590/wk
Median Rent
Inner CityHeritageStudent-FriendlyWalkableCafe Culture

About Forest Lodge

Forest Lodge is a small, densely populated inner-west suburb of Sydney, located just 4 kilometres south-west of the CBD within the City of Sydney local government area. With a population of around 4,965 packed into just 0.45 square kilometres, it is one of Sydney's most compact neighbourhoods. The median age of 34 reflects a young, educated population with a high proportion of university students and professionals. The suburb is notably diverse, with significant Chinese, English, and New Zealand-born communities alongside Australian-born residents.

Forest Lodge is centred on Ross Street and St Johns Road, home to a collection of bars, cafes, and antique stores that give the area its village character. Popular with students from the nearby University of Sydney and UTS, it offers a quieter alternative to neighbouring Glebe while sharing many of its bohemian features. The housing stock is predominantly Victorian-era terrace houses, lending the suburb considerable heritage charm. Residents enjoy easy access to Glebe Point Road's dining scene, Jubilee Park, and the Glebe foreshore walk along Blackwattle Bay.

Forest Lodge falls under postcode 2037 and is governed by Sydney Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Balmain electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2037
Urban Area
Glebe - Prymont - The Rocks
LGA / Council
Sydney
Federal Electorate
Sydney
State Electorate
Balmain
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.88°, 151.18°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.45 km²
Elevation
16m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$2.56M
34 sales · ▲ 25% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.09M
126 sales · ▼ 9.7% 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)
$590
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,033
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
34 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
5.8%

76 state housing + 58 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Glebe (light rail)
0.5 km
6 mins
Jubilee Park (light rail)
0.7 km
9 mins
Central Station
2 km
25 mins

Bus Services

  • 431, 433 — Railway Square to Balmain via Glebe Point Rd 10-15 mins
  • 370 — Leichhardt to Coogee via Glebe 15 mins to Newtown

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
4 km
By Train
15-20 mins (light rail to Central)
By Bus
15-20 mins
By Car (Peak)
15-25 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
10 mins

🛣️ Highly accessible; many residents walk or cycle to the CBD

Walkability Walker's Paradise

Cafes, restaurants, university, parks, and light rail all within easy walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Forest Lodge, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Hereford House
53 Hereford Street Glebe • SHR #00460

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Sydney Local Government Area, which contains Forest Lodge. 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)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,583
Census 2021
4,965
▲ 8.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$55,276
Personal Income 2021
$76,388
▲ 38.2% 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
$76,388 / yr
$1469/wk
Household
$126,724 / yr
$2437/wk
Family
$190,528 / yr
$3664/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,764
Born Overseas 2,055

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 350
  • 2. England 293
  • 3. New Zealand 161
  • 4. United States 66
  • 5. India 65
  • 6. Malaysia 65
  • 7. Philippines 52
  • 8. Hong Kong 50
  • 9. South Korea 49
  • 10. Germany 43

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,557
Australian 1,105
Chinese 726
Irish 615
Scottish 498
German 207
Italian 200
Indian 124
Greek 91
Filipino 86

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,537
Both parents born in Australia
2,527
Both parents born overseas
737
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
62.2%
Christianity
25.2%
Buddhism
3.3%
Hinduism
1.7%
Islam
1.0%
Judaism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
277 (5.6%)
5-14 years
341 (6.9%)
15-19 years
133 (2.7%)
20-24 years
452 (9.1%)
25-34 years
1,281 (25.8%)
35-44 years
1,040 (20.9%)
45-54 years
571 (11.5%)
55-64 years
466 (9.4%)
65-74 years
264 (5.3%)
75-84 years
103 (2.1%)
85+ years
26 (0.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Forest Lodge known for? +

Forest Lodge is centred on Ross Street and St Johns Road, home to a collection of bars, cafes, and antique stores that give the area its village character.

How far is Forest Lodge from Sydney CBD? +

Forest Lodge is approximately 4 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 15-25 mins in peak hour and 10 mins off-peak.

Does Forest Lodge have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Glebe (light rail) (0.5 km away, approximately 6 mins walk) on the L1 Dulwich Hill Line. Bus services include 431, 433, running to Railway Square to Balmain via Glebe Point Rd in approximately 10-15 mins.

What is the population of Forest Lodge? +

According to the 2021 Census, Forest Lodge has a population of 4,965 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Forest Lodge a good place to live? +

Forest Lodge is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Popular with students from the nearby University of Sydney and UTS, it offers a quieter alternative to neighbouring Glebe while sharing many of its bohemian features.

What is the postcode for Forest Lodge? +

The postcode for Forest Lodge is 2037. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Forest Lodge? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Forest Lodge is about $1,469 per week (around $76,400 per year). The median household income is $2,437 per week and the median family income is $3,664 per week.

What is the median house price in Forest Lodge? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,562,500, up 25% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,088,000, down 9.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Forest Lodge? +

The median age in Forest Lodge is 34. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,281 residents, around 26%). Around 15% of residents are under 20 and about 8% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Forest Lodge a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Forest Lodge 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.

How much is rent in Forest Lodge? +

In Forest Lodge, the median weekly rent is $590, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,033 (2021 Census).