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The Rocks (Sydney - NSW)

NSW 2000 • New South Wales

629
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.20 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HistoricInner CityAffluentMulticultural
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About The Rocks (Sydney - NSW)

The Rocks is one of Australia's most historically significant precincts, nestled at the southern foot of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in Sydney's inner city. Established as the site of the first European settlement in Australia in 1788, the area is defined by beautifully preserved colonial-era sandstone buildings, cobblestone laneways, and a rich convict and maritime heritage. Today it has a residential population of around 630, though its character is far more shaped by its global tourism profile and heritage-listed streetscapes. It is managed under the City of Sydney Council.

Living in The Rocks offers an unparalleled inner-city lifestyle with Sydney Harbour on the doorstep, world-class dining, galleries, boutique hotels, and the iconic weekend markets drawing visitors year-round. Residents enjoy walking distance access to Circular Quay, the Sydney Opera House, the CBD, and ferry connections across the harbour. The area attracts professionals and downsizers who value heritage charm, cultural vibrancy, and effortless urban connectivity. Despite its tourist-heavy profile, The Rocks maintains a genuine neighbourhood feel through its residents' association and community events.

The Rocks (Sydney - NSW) 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.

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📍 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
0.20 km²
Population Density
3,080 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏢Unit / Apartment
$2.33M
39 sales · ▼ 19.8% 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.

💰 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
0.4 km
5 min
Wynyard Station
0.7 km
9 min

Bus Services

  • 339, 343 — Central Station / Eastern Suburbs 15-25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
1 km
By Train
5 min to Wynyard / Martin Place
By Car (Peak)
10-15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 min

🛣️ Walkable to most of CBD; Circular Quay is on the doorstep

Walkability Walker's Paradise

One of Sydney's most walkable locations — the CBD, Opera House, and harbour foreshore are all on foot

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
629
▲ 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 The Rocks (Sydney - NSW). 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%
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Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Rocks known for? +

The Rocks is Australia's oldest European settlement, famous for its colonial sandstone architecture, cobblestone laneways, weekend markets, heritage pubs, and proximity to the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.

Is The Rocks a good place to live? +

Yes — residents enjoy world-class harbour views, walkable access to the CBD and Circular Quay, excellent dining and culture, and a strong neighbourhood character despite the tourist activity.

What train stations serve The Rocks? +

Circular Quay Station (5 min walk) and Wynyard Station (9 min walk) are the closest, served by T1, T2, T3, T4 and T8 lines with direct access to Central, Town Hall and beyond.

What is the population of The Rocks? +

The 2021 Census recorded a residential population of 629 in The Rocks — small, given the area is largely commercial, heritage and tourism-focused.

What LGA is The Rocks in? +

The Rocks falls within the City of Sydney local government area.

What is the median house price in The Rocks? +

As of 2025, the median unit/apartment price is $2,325,000, down 19.8% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is The Rocks a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. The Rocks 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.