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Dawes Point

NSW 2000 • New South Wales

385
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
0.15 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Inner CityHistoricAffluent

About Dawes Point

Dawes Point is a small but historically significant suburb of inner Sydney, located on the north-western edge of the CBD at the southern foot of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, adjacent to The Rocks. Covering just 0.15 square kilometres, it is one of the smallest suburbs in New South Wales, with a 2021 Census population of around 385 residents. The suburb takes its name from Lieutenant William Dawes, an early colonial officer who established an observatory here in 1788. Dawes Point is renowned as the anchoring point of the Sydney Harbour Bridge's southern pylon, and its foreshore Park is one of the most photographed locations in Australia.

Living in Dawes Point places residents at the absolute heart of Sydney's most iconic precinct — within walking distance of the Opera House, Circular Quay, Walsh Bay arts venues, and the vibrant dining and bar scene of The Rocks. The suburb is heavily oriented toward tourism and hospitality, yet a small community of apartment dwellers enjoys premium waterfront living with unmatched views of Sydney Harbour. Public transport is outstanding, with Circular Quay train and ferry services just minutes away. Dawes Point attracts professionals and inner-city enthusiasts who value history, culture, and immediate access to Sydney's best.

Dawes Point falls under postcode 2000 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Sydney electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2000
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Sydney
State Electorate
Sydney
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.86°, 151.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.15 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Circular Quay Station
0.5 km
6 min
Wynyard Station
0.8 km
10 min

Bus Services

  • 324, 325, 333, 380 — Circular Quay / Bondi Beach / Coogee Various

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
0.5 km
By Train
2 min to Circular Quay, City Circle
By Car (Peak)
5–10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 min

🛣️ Effectively within the CBD; ferries also depart Circular Quay to Manly, Parramatta, and other destinations

Walkability Walker's Paradise

Everything within walking distance — Circular Quay, The Rocks, Opera House, CBD, and harbour foreshore

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Dawes Point by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Dawes Point Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
385
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dawes Point known for? +

Dawes Point is best known as the location of the southern pylon of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, as well as Dawes Point Park — one of Sydney's most iconic harbour foreshore reserves.

How close is Dawes Point to the Sydney CBD? +

Dawes Point is effectively part of the inner CBD precinct, less than 1 km from the heart of the city and a 6-minute walk from Circular Quay train station.

What suburb is the Sydney Harbour Bridge anchored to? +

The southern end of the Sydney Harbour Bridge is anchored in Dawes Point, NSW 2000, adjacent to The Rocks.

Who was Dawes Point named after? +

Dawes Point is named after Lieutenant William Dawes, a British marine officer who established one of Australia's first astronomical observatories at this location in 1788.

What public transport serves Dawes Point? +

Dawes Point is served by Circular Quay train station (City Circle line), multiple bus routes, and Circular Quay ferry wharves with services across Sydney Harbour.