Five Dock
NSW 2046 • Greater Sydney
About Five Dock
Five Dock is a charming inner-west suburb located just 10 kilometres from Sydney CBD, nestled along the shores of Hen and Chicken Bay on the Parramatta River. With a population of nearly 10,000 residents, this established neighbourhood is part of the Canada Bay local government area and features a mix of Federation-style homes and modern apartments. The suburb has strong Italian heritage, reflected in its many cafes, restaurants, and the beloved annual Ferragosto Festival.
Life in Five Dock centres around the vibrant Great North Road shopping strip, where Italian providores sit alongside contemporary cafes and specialty stores. Families appreciate the excellent schools including Five Dock Public School and Rosebank College, while green spaces like Timbrell Park and Five Dock Park offer riverside walks and recreation. The suburb attracts professionals and families seeking village atmosphere with inner-city convenience—particularly those who appreciate good food, community spirit, and waterfront access without eastern suburbs prices.
Five Dock falls under postcode 2046 and is governed by Canada Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Drummoyne electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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Coles4-12 Garfield Street Five Dock 2046 NSW
Schools
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Lucas Gardens School ICSEA 1057Walker St
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121 First Avenue
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1 Halley Street
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Five Dock Public School ICSEA 10829713 7044 13-33 Henry St
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1A Harris Road Five Dock NSW 2046 Aust
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Russell Lea Infants School ICSEA 1140Lithgow St
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 Five Dock by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Five Dock Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Five Dock" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
160 state housing + 60 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. Italy 699
- 2. China 364
- 3. England 261
- 4. New Zealand 181
- 5. Ireland 100
- 6. India 92
- 7. Hong Kong 81
- 8. Philippines 76
- 9. Vietnam 76
- 10. South Korea 66
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)