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Haymarket

NSW 2000 • Greater Sydney

8,305
Population (2021)
$39,416
Median Income
0.52 km²
Area
$650/wk
Median Rent
Inner CityMulticulturalYoung Families

About Haymarket

Haymarket is a vibrant inner-city suburb located at the southern edge of the Sydney CBD, centred around the iconic Dixon Street precinct and Chinatown. With a population of around 8,300 residents, it is one of Sydney's most densely populated and culturally diverse neighbourhoods. The suburb borders Ultimo, Darling Harbour, and the CBD, placing it at the geographic heart of the city. Its low elevation and flat terrain make it highly accessible and walkable.

Haymarket is best known as Sydney's Chinatown, offering an extraordinary array of Asian restaurants, grocery stores, bubble tea shops, and night markets that attract visitors from across the city. Residents enjoy proximity to Paddy's Markets, the Capitol Theatre, UTS, and the bustling entertainment strips of George Street. The community skews young with a median age of 30, including students, hospitality workers, and young professionals. High-density apartment living defines the suburb, with excellent public transport connections making car ownership largely unnecessary.

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

📰 Featured In

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2000
Urban Area
Glebe - Prymont - The Rocks
LGA / Council
Sydney
Federal Electorate
Sydney
State Electorate
Sydney
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.88°, 151.20°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.52 km²
Elevation
27m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Central Station
0.5 km
7 min
Town Hall Station
0.8 km
10 min

Bus Services

  • Multiple CBD routes — City & surrounds Varies
  • 891, 893 — Newtown, Surry Hills 10-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
0.8 km
By Train
2-5 min to Town Hall or Central
By Car (Peak)
5-10 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 min

🛣️ Effectively within walking distance of the CBD; multiple train lines available

Walkability Walker's Paradise

Exceptionally walkable with dense retail, dining and transport options within steps

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    61-79 Quay Street Haymarket 2000 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Kwong War Chong Building
Haymarket • SHR #02089

🔍 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 Haymarket by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Haymarket Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$650
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
30 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.7%

5 state housing + 15 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,353
Census 2021
8,305
▲ 12.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,076
Income 2021
$39,416
▲ 63.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,076
Born Overseas 6,496

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 1,775
  • 2. Thailand 1,452
  • 3. Indonesia 931
  • 4. Malaysia 246
  • 5. South Korea 235
  • 6. Vietnam 179
  • 7. Hong Kong 169
  • 8. India 162
  • 9. Taiwan 131
  • 10. Japan 102

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 3,399
English 726
Australian 318
Korean 256
Vietnamese 212
Indian 170
Italian 115
Irish 114
Filipino 105
Scottish 95

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

330
Both parents born in Australia
6,986
Both parents born overseas
193
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
40.5%
Buddhism
27.7%
Christianity
16.5%
Hinduism
2.1%
Islam
1.9%
Judaism
0.0%
Sikhism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
191 (2.3%)
5-14 years
184 (2.2%)
15-19 years
222 (2.7%)
20-24 years
1,449 (17.4%)
25-34 years
3,571 (43.0%)
35-44 years
1,521 (18.3%)
45-54 years
489 (5.9%)
55-64 years
351 (4.2%)
65-74 years
232 (2.8%)
75-84 years
77 (0.9%)
85+ years
25 (0.3%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Haymarket famous for? +

Haymarket is best known as Sydney's Chinatown, home to Dixon Street's restaurants, Paddy's Markets, and a lively Asian food and culture scene.

What train stations are near Haymarket? +

Central Station (about 500m away) and Town Hall Station (about 800m) both serve Haymarket, providing access to nearly every Sydney train line.

What is the median rent in Haymarket? +

According to the 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Haymarket is approximately $650 per week, reflecting its inner-city location.

Is Haymarket a good place to live? +

Haymarket suits those who want an urban lifestyle with walkable access to restaurants, entertainment, and public transport. It's popular with students and young professionals.

What LGA is Haymarket in? +

Haymarket is part of the City of Sydney local government area.