Alexandria
NSW 2015 • Greater Sydney
About Alexandria
Alexandria is a dynamic inner-southern suburb of Sydney, located just 4-5 kilometres from the CBD within the City of Sydney council area. With nearly 10,000 residents, this former industrial heartland — once known as the 'Birmingham of Australia' — has transformed into a trendy urban village. The suburb blends converted warehouses, modern apartments, and creative spaces, attracting a young, professional demographic with high median incomes.
Modern Alexandria offers an enviable lifestyle combining urban convenience with creative edge. The area features Sydney Park's green spaces, boutique cafes, and excellent transport links including Green Square station. It attracts young professionals, couples, and creatives who appreciate warehouse conversions, proximity to the airport, and easy CBD access. The suburb has retained some industrial character while embracing its new identity as a sought-after residential hotspot.
Alexandria falls under postcode 2015 and is governed by Sydney Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Heffron electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 308, 309, 310 — Central, Marrickville 10-20 min
- 343, 348 — CBD, Kingsford 15-25 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Excellent train access; most journeys under 20 min to CBD
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Supermarkets Nearby
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Coles23 O'Riordan Street Alexandria 2015 NSW
Schools
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Alexandria Park Community School ICSEA 10529869 9800 Park Rd
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Alexandria, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Alexandria by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Alexandria Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Alexandria" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
54 state housing + 37 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
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Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 492
- 2. New Zealand 315
- 3. China 248
- 4. United States 137
- 5. Indonesia 117
- 6. India 105
- 7. Ireland 104
- 8. Malaysia 97
- 9. Thailand 95
- 10. Philippines 94
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)