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Undercliffe

NSW 2206 • New South Wales

27
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
39.83 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HistoricFamily-FriendlyInner City
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About Undercliffe

Undercliffe is a small enclave within the broader Earlwood locality in Sydney's inner south-west, situated approximately 10 kilometres from the Sydney CBD within the City of Canterbury-Bankstown. Named after the prominent sandstone outcrops that define the area, Undercliffe sits between Wolli Creek and the Cooks River and covers a compact residential footprint. The suburb's history traces back to the 1840s when the quarrying of Sydney sandstone formed the foundation of its earliest industry.

Today Undercliffe is a quiet residential pocket characterised by Federation-era and post-war homes set among leafy streets close to the Cooks River parklands. Waterworth Park provides a velodrome and open recreation space that serves the local community. Its proximity to Wolli Creek and Earlwood shops ensures residents enjoy a relaxed suburban lifestyle with easy access to public transport corridors heading into the city.

Undercliffe falls under postcode 2206 and is governed by the Canterbury-Bankstown Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Barton, while state elections fall under the Canterbury electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2206
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Canterbury-Bankstown
Federal Electorate
Barton
State Electorate
Canterbury
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.93°, 151.12°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
39.83 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2206

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2206, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$54,848
Median 2023–24
$66,471
▲ 21.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$89,840

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2206; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wolli Creek Station
1.5 km
18 min
Bardwell Park Station
1.8 km
22 min

Bus Services

  • 418, 423 — Rockdale & Sydenham via Earlwood 20–30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
10 km
By Train
20 min from Wolli Creek to Central
By Car (Peak)
25–40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15–20 min

🛣️ Wolli Creek provides T8 and T3 line access to Central Station

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Flat streets near Cooks River with footpaths; Earlwood shops within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
27
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Canterbury-Bankstown Local Government Area, which contains Undercliffe. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
130.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.3%
Motor vehicle theft
167.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
311.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
10.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
Steal from vehicle
289.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.6%
View all 62 offence types for Canterbury-Bankstown →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What LGA is Undercliffe in? +

Undercliffe is part of the City of Canterbury-Bankstown local government area in Sydney's inner south-west.

What train stations are closest to Undercliffe? +

Wolli Creek Station (T8/T3 lines) and Bardwell Park Station are both around 1.5–1.8 km away, providing frequent services to Sydney's CBD.

What is Undercliffe known for? +

Undercliffe is known for its historic sandstone outcrops (from which it takes its name), the Cooks River parklands, and the velodrome at Waterworth Park.

Is Undercliffe a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Undercliffe is part of the Canterbury-Bankstown 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.

What is the population of Undercliffe? +

Undercliffe had a population of 27 at the 2021 Census.