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Mosman

NSW 2088 • Greater Sydney

28,329
Population (2021)
$77,324
Median Income
8.65 km²
Area
26m
Elevation
Harbour ViewsPrestigeVillage ShoppingHeritage Homes

About Mosman

Mosman is one of Sydney's most prestigious suburbs, where harbour views, heritage homes, and old money combine in a pocket of exceptional privilege. With over 28,000 residents and the highest median income in this cohort, it represents the pinnacle of Sydney's lower North Shore lifestyle. Ferries connect to the CBD via the harbour's most scenic route, while buses serve those preferring road transport.

Military Road serves as the commercial spine, lined with upmarket boutiques, quality restaurants, and excellent cafes. Balmoral Beach provides perhaps Sydney's most beautiful harbour beach, while Taronga Zoo and Bradley's Head offer recreation and bushland. Mosman attracts established wealth—executives, professionals, and families who value prestige schooling, harbour proximity, and community exclusivity. It's old Sydney at its most refined.

Mosman falls under postcode 2088 and is governed by Mosman Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the North Shore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2088
Urban Area
Mosman - North Sydney
LGA
Mosman
Federal Electorate
Warringah
State Electorate
North Shore
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.83°, 151.25°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
8.65 km²
Elevation
26m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • ALDI
    3 / 1 Brady Street, Mosman NSW 2088
  • Harris Farm Markets
    Bridgepoint Shopping Centre-1-3 Brady St, Mosman NSW 2088

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 13 heritage-listed places in or near Mosman, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Mosman Bay Sewage Aqueduct
Avenue Road, Mosman • SHR #01328
Woolley House
34 Bullecourt Avenue Mosman • SHR #01514
Georges Head Military Fortifications
Chowder Bay Roads, Georges Heights • SHR #00987
Building
42 Cowles Road Mosman • SHR #00430
Igloo House, The
65 Parriwi Road Mosman • SHR #01652
Alma House
114 Belmont Road Mosman • SHR #00070
Balmoral Bathers Pavilion
The Esplanade, Balmoral • SHR #00760
Monterey, residential apartments
1 Avenue Road Mosman • SHR #00367
Middle Head Military Fortifications
Middle Head Road, Middle Head • SHR #00999
Residence
28 Mistral Avenue Mosman • SHR #00210
Boronia
624-632 Military Road Mosman • SHR #00069
The Barn - Scout Hall
3a Avenue Road Mosman • SHR #00188
Bradleys Head Forts and HMAS Sydney 1 Mast and Associated Memorials
Bradleys Head Road (within Sydney Harbour NP), Mosman • SHR #01838

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$590
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,870
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
28,475
Census 2021
28,329
▼ 0.5% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$67,340
Income 2021
$77,324
▲ 14.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

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🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 17,429
Born Overseas 10,011

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 2,416
  • 2. China 719
  • 3. New Zealand 719
  • 4. South Africa 509
  • 5. United States 496
  • 6. Hong Kong 248
  • 7. India 234
  • 8. Scotland 232
  • 9. Germany 220
  • 10. Brazil 199
  • 11. Ireland 195
  • 12. France 182
  • 13. Philippines 174
  • 14. Italy 167
  • 15. Malaysia 162

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 11,622
Australian 7,582
Irish 4,045
Scottish 3,522
Chinese 1,765
German 1,152
Italian 1,152
Greek 538
French 465
Dutch 454

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

11,230
Both parents born in Australia
11,551
Both parents born overseas
4,508
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.8%
No Religion
40.7%
Buddhism
1.4%
Hinduism
1.0%
Judaism
0.8%
Islam
0.5%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
1,220 (4.3%)
5-14 years
3,391 (12.0%)
15-19 years
1,619 (5.7%)
20-24 years
1,346 (4.8%)
25-34 years
2,935 (10.4%)
35-44 years
3,649 (12.9%)
45-54 years
4,238 (15.0%)
55-64 years
3,727 (13.2%)
65-74 years
3,073 (10.8%)
75-84 years
2,216 (7.8%)
85+ years
916 (3.2%)

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