Camperdown
NSW 2050 • Greater Sydney
About Camperdown
Camperdown is a vibrant inner-western suburb of Sydney, located just 4 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD within the Inner West Council area. With a population of around 9,381 residents (2021 Census), it is one of the densest suburbs in the country, packed into just 1.5 square kilometres. The suburb straddles the boundary between the City of Sydney and Inner West Council, and is defined by its proximity to the University of Sydney and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital — two of Australia's most prominent institutions.
Life in Camperdown revolves around its eclectic mix of students, healthcare workers, young professionals and long-term residents. Parramatta Road is a major commercial artery lined with cafés, restaurants and small businesses, while quieter residential streets offer a mix of Victorian terraces and modern apartment buildings. Nearby Newtown and Glebe provide easy access to an abundance of nightlife, live music venues, and weekend markets. Camperdown Memorial Rest Park is a beloved green space in the heart of the suburb, popular with dog walkers and picnicking families.
Camperdown falls under postcode 2050 and is governed by Inner West Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newtown electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 412, 413, 422, 423, 426, 428 — Sydney CBD / Leichhardt 15-25 min
- 370 — Coogee via Glebe 30 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Very well served by buses along Parramatta Rd; Newtown and Macdonaldtown stations nearby
Extremely walkable — daily errands can be accomplished on foot; dense urban grid with excellent footpaths
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bridge Road School ICSEA 9779519 8389 127 Parramatta Rd
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 4 heritage-listed places in or near Camperdown, 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 Camperdown by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Camperdown Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Camperdown" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
130 state housing + 68 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 472
- 2. China 349
- 3. New Zealand 280
- 4. India 168
- 5. United States 152
- 6. Philippines 118
- 7. Malaysia 101
- 8. Hong Kong 88
- 9. South Africa 79
- 10. Canada 74
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)