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Clovelly

NSW 2031 • Greater Sydney

4,887
Population (2021)
$84,916
Median Income
0.79 km²
Area
$700/wk
Median Rent
CoastalBeachsideAffluentFamily-FriendlyInner City

About Clovelly

Clovelly is a compact beachside suburb in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, located approximately 8 kilometres south-east of the CBD within the Randwick City local government area. Home to around 4,887 residents, it is best known for the sheltered Clovelly Beach — a narrow ocean inlet popular with swimmers and snorkellers due to its calm, protected waters. The suburb sits between Randwick to the west and Bronte to the north, giving it an intimate coastal character with striking sandstone cliffs and ocean pool facilities.

Clovelly attracts a mix of young professionals, families, and long-term residents drawn to its relaxed beachside lifestyle and strong community feel. The suburb boasts excellent cafés and restaurants along Clovelly Road, two local primary schools, and easy access to the Bondi to Coogee coastal walk. With a median weekly rent of $700 and high household incomes, Clovelly is one of Sydney's more desirable — and competitive — coastal addresses.

Clovelly falls under postcode 2031 and is governed by Randwick Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Coogee electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2031
Urban Area
Randwick
LGA / Council
Randwick
Federal Electorate
Wentworth
State Electorate
Coogee
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.91°, 151.26°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.79 km²
Elevation
28m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bondi Junction Station
3.5 km
N/A (bus/drive)

Bus Services

  • 339 — Central Station (via Randwick) 35-45 min
  • 350, 353 — Bondi Junction 15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
8 km
By Train
Bus to Bondi Junction, then T4 train (~30 min total)
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ No direct train — bus route 339 direct to Central, or bus to Bondi Junction then T4 train

Walkability Very Walkable

Beach, shops and cafés easily accessible on foot; coastal walk links to Bondi and Coogee

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Clovelly, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Cliffbrook
45-51 Beach Street Coogee • SHR #00609

🔍 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 Clovelly by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Clovelly Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Clovelly" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$700
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$4,333
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1%

19 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,736
Census 2021
4,887
▲ 3.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$67,236
Income 2021
$84,916
▲ 26.3% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,376
Born Overseas 1,370

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 389
  • 2. New Zealand 126
  • 3. United States 93
  • 4. Ireland 83
  • 5. South Africa 83
  • 6. France 49
  • 7. Germany 32
  • 8. Canada 31
  • 9. Scotland 30
  • 10. Italy 27

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,938
Australian 1,442
Irish 892
Scottish 537
Italian 243
German 222
Greek 146
Chinese 105
French 97
South African 80

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,131
Both parents born in Australia
1,749
Both parents born overseas
836
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
50.1%
Christianity
38.1%
Judaism
5.5%
Buddhism
1.1%
Islam
0.6%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
305 (6.2%)
5-14 years
669 (13.7%)
15-19 years
235 (4.8%)
20-24 years
207 (4.2%)
25-34 years
823 (16.8%)
35-44 years
777 (15.9%)
45-54 years
752 (15.4%)
55-64 years
543 (11.1%)
65-74 years
367 (7.5%)
75-84 years
160 (3.3%)
85+ years
43 (0.9%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a train station in Clovelly? +

No, Clovelly does not have a train station. Residents use bus routes (339 to Central, 350/353 to Bondi Junction) or drive to Bondi Junction station (T4 line) approximately 3.5 km away.

What is Clovelly Beach like? +

Clovelly Beach is a narrow, sheltered ocean inlet — ideal for swimming, snorkelling, and families with young children due to its calm, net-enclosed waters. It's part of the scenic Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk.

What is the median rent in Clovelly? +

According to the 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Clovelly is $700, reflecting its desirable beachside location in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs.

What schools are in Clovelly? +

Clovelly has two primary schools: Clovelly Public School (government) and St Anthony's Catholic Primary School. For high school, students typically attend Randwick Boys or Girls High School or nearby independent schools.