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Point Piper

NSW 2027 • Greater Sydney

1,334
Population (2021)
$235,560
Median Household Income
0.39 km²
Area
$900/wk
Median Rent
HarboursidePrestigeAffluentEstablished

About Point Piper

Point Piper is one of Australia's most prestigious and sought-after harbour-side suburbs, located approximately 4 kilometres east of the Sydney CBD within the Woollahra Council area. The suburb spans just 0.39 square kilometres of prime Sydney Harbour waterfront, housing a population of 1,334 residents in an enclave of remarkable exclusivity. With a median household income of $4,530 per week — among the highest in the country — Point Piper attracts high-net-worth individuals drawn to its iconic water views and grand residences. The median age of 52 reflects a mature, established resident base, with the majority of households owner-occupied.

The suburb is defined by its spectacular Sydney Harbour frontage, with waterfront mansions and luxury apartment buildings overlooking Rose Bay and beyond to the Harbour Bridge. Residents enjoy proximity to the boutique shopping and dining precincts of Double Bay and Rose Bay, as well as the prestigious Sydney Grammar and Scots College nearby. City buses connect Point Piper to the CBD and surrounding Eastern Suburbs, while the nearby Edgecliff station on the Eastern Suburbs Railway offers rail access. The suburb's unmatched combination of harbour views, privacy, and proximity to the city makes it a perennial favourite among Sydney's elite.

Point Piper 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°, 151.25°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.39 km²
Elevation
11m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏢Unit / Apartment
$6.46M
16 sales · ▲ 60.5% 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)
$900
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$5,000
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
52 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Edgecliff
1.8 km
22 min
Kings Cross
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • Route 325, 326 — Sydney CBD (Circular Quay) 20-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
4 km
By Train
No direct train; bus to Edgecliff then T4 to City (~20 min total)
By Car (Peak)
15-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10-15 min

🛣️ Well-served by city buses along New South Head Road; Edgecliff station 1.8km away

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Walkable to Rose Bay and Double Bay amenities, but car or bus generally preferred for CBD commuting

🛒 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 3 heritage-listed places in or near Point Piper, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Dunara
10 Dunara Gardens Point Piper • SHR #00539
Bradleys Head Light Tower
Bradleys Head, Port Jackson • SHR #01430
Walter McGrath House
4 Dunara Gardens, Point Piper • SHR #02109

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Woollahra Local Government Area, which contains Point Piper. 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
1,424
Census 2021
1,334
▼ 6.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$88,816
Personal Income 2021
$95,420
▲ 7.4% 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
$95,420 / yr
$1835/wk
Household
$235,560 / yr
$4530/wk
Family
$255,892 / yr
$4921/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 780
Born Overseas 455

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 73
  • 2. China 53
  • 3. New Zealand 38
  • 4. South Africa 36
  • 5. United States 26
  • 6. Singapore 22
  • 7. Hong Kong 19
  • 8. Malaysia 15
  • 9. Canada 13
  • 10. India 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 428
Australian 277
Irish 152
Chinese 133
Scottish 124
German 54
Italian 54
Greek 44
Russian 38
Polish 35

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

475
Both parents born in Australia
587
Both parents born overseas
165
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
41.9%
No Religion
32.5%
Judaism
13.6%
Hinduism
1.0%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
46 (3.4%)
5-14 years
100 (7.5%)
15-19 years
67 (5.0%)
20-24 years
74 (5.5%)
25-34 years
137 (10.3%)
35-44 years
137 (10.3%)
45-54 years
160 (12.0%)
55-64 years
194 (14.5%)
65-74 years
228 (17.1%)
75-84 years
145 (10.9%)
85+ years
43 (3.2%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Point Piper known for? +

Point Piper is best known as one of Australia's most expensive and exclusive suburbs, famous for its spectacular Sydney Harbour waterfront mansions, breathtaking water views, and high-profile residents. It consistently ranks among the highest median property prices in the country.

How far is Point Piper from Sydney CBD? +

Point Piper is approximately 4 kilometres east of the Sydney CBD, typically a 10–30 minute drive depending on traffic, or around 20–30 minutes by city bus.

Does Point Piper have public transport? +

Point Piper is served by city bus routes along New South Head Road connecting to the CBD and surrounding Eastern Suburbs. The nearest train station is Edgecliff (T4 Eastern Suburbs Line), approximately 1.8 kilometres away.

What is the population of Point Piper? +

According to the 2021 Census, Point Piper has a population of approximately 1,334 residents, making it one of Sydney's smallest suburbs by area at just 0.39 square kilometres.

Is Point Piper a good place to live? +

Point Piper offers unrivalled harbour views, exclusivity, and proximity to Sydney's best dining and shopping precincts. It is ideally suited to those seeking prestige waterfront living with easy access to the CBD, though property prices are among the highest in Australia.

What is the postcode for Point Piper? +

The postcode for Point Piper is 2027, shared with parts of Darling Point and Edgecliff.

What is the average income in Point Piper? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Point Piper is about $1,835 per week (around $95,400 per year). The median household income is $4,530 per week and the median family income is $4,921 per week.

What is the median house price in Point Piper? +

As of 2025, the median unit/apartment price is $6,460,000, up 60.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Point Piper? +

The median age in Point Piper is 52. The largest age group is 65–74 (228 residents, around 17%). Around 16% of residents are under 20 and about 31% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Point Piper a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Point Piper 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 Point Piper? +

In Point Piper, the median weekly rent is $900, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $5,000 (2021 Census).