Edgecliff
NSW 2027 • Greater Sydney
About Edgecliff
Edgecliff is a small but prestigious inner-eastern suburb of Sydney, located just 4 kilometres east of the Sydney CBD in the Municipality of Woollahra. Covering only 0.32 square kilometres, the suburb had a population of 2,499 at the 2021 census, with a high median personal income of $1,510 per week and a median age of 39. Edgecliff is flanked by Double Bay, Darling Point, Paddington and Rushcutters Bay, and is defined by its elevated position and proximity to Sydney Harbour, which gives many homes commanding views. Its name reflects its historic sandstone cliffs, which were extensively quarried in the early colonial period.
Edgecliff offers a sophisticated inner-city lifestyle anchored by New South Head Road, which runs through the suburb with boutique shops, cafés and professional services. The suburb is home to Edgecliff Centre, a multi-level retail and commercial complex connected directly to Edgecliff railway station on the Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line — providing fast 10-minute train trips to the CBD. Median rent is around $600 per week and median mortgage repayments reach $3,000 per month, reflecting the suburb's significant property values. Edgecliff attracts professionals, established couples and downsizers who value inner-city convenience, proximity to Harbour-side parks, and easy access to Double Bay's restaurant precinct.
Edgecliff falls under postcode 2027 and is governed by Woollahra Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Vaucluse electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 324, 325, 327 — Circular Quay / City via New South Head Rd ~15–20 min
- 389 — Coogee / Bondi Junction ~15 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Edgecliff station is one of Sydney's most convenient commuter locations. The Eastern Suburbs Line provides fast, frequent services to the CBD. Parking is very limited and expensive; most residents use public transport.
Edgecliff is highly walkable with New South Head Road's retail and dining strip, direct station access, and footpath connectivity throughout. The nearby Rushcutters Bay Park and harbour foreshore are easily reached on foot.
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesCnr New South Head Road & Ocean Street Edgecliff 2027 NSW
Schools
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188 New South Head Road
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Edgecliff, 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 Edgecliff by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Edgecliff Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Edgecliff" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
3 state housing + 3 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 173
- 2. New Zealand 72
- 3. South Africa 67
- 4. China 55
- 5. United States 49
- 6. Brazil 35
- 7. Ireland 32
- 8. Philippines 30
- 9. Hong Kong 29
- 10. France 24
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)