Ultimo
NSW 2007 • Greater Sydney
About Ultimo
Ultimo is a compact inner-city suburb in the City of Sydney, nestled between Darling Harbour and Chippendale approximately 1.5 kilometres from the CBD. With 7,410 residents packed into just 0.56 square kilometres, it is one of Sydney's most densely populated suburbs, dominated by apartment living. The median age of just 30 reflects a young, cosmopolitan community — over two-thirds of residents were born overseas, with Chinese ancestry the most common background, making Ultimo one of the most internationally diverse suburbs in New South Wales.
Ultimo is anchored by the Powerhouse Museum on Harris Street, one of Australia's foremost museums of science, technology, and design, while the Chinese Garden of Friendship and Darling Harbour's restaurants and entertainment precincts are moments away. The suburb is home to TAFE NSW's Ultimo campus and is adjacent to the University of Technology Sydney, driving its high student population. Light rail, frequent buses, and proximity to Central Station ensure excellent connectivity, with a lively mix of cafés, creative industries, and inner-city energy that draws young professionals and international students from across the globe.
Ultimo falls under postcode 2007 and is governed by Sydney Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Balmain electorate.
Location
Property Prices 2025
Median sale prices in Ultimo for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.
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
96 state housing + 95 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 501, 503 — Sydney CBD / Glebe 5-10 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Inner-city suburb immediately south of Sydney CBD; excellent light rail and bus connections; highly walkable
Daily errands easily done on foot with excellent access to shops, cafes, markets, and universities
Supermarkets Nearby
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Harris Farm Markets1 Bay St, Broadway NSW 2007
Schools
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8 Kelly Street
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Ultimo Public School ICSEA 108853 Jones Street
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 8 heritage-listed places in or near Ultimo, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest 2025 rates for the Sydney Local Government Area, which contains Ultimo. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.
Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
2021 Census income breakdown
Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.
Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. China 1,247
- 2. Thailand 529
- 3. India 324
- 4. Indonesia 295
- 5. Malaysia 184
- 6. England 147
- 7. Hong Kong 143
- 8. Vietnam 130
- 9. South Korea 124
- 10. New Zealand 117
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)