🔍

La Perouse

NSW 2036 • New South Wales

366
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
1.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalHistoricMulticulturalInner City

About La Perouse

La Perouse is a historically significant suburb on the northern headland of Botany Bay in Sydney's eastern suburbs, approximately 14 kilometres south-east of the Sydney CBD. It sits within the Randwick local government area and is named after French explorer Jean-François de Galaup, comte de Lapérouse, whose expedition anchored in Botany Bay in January 1788 — just days after the First Fleet's arrival. The suburb is home to one of Sydney's oldest continuous Aboriginal communities, the La Perouse Local Aboriginal Land Council, which maintains strong cultural ties to the land.

La Perouse offers a unique blend of Indigenous heritage, colonial history, and coastal recreation. The area features the La Perouse Museum (housed inside Bare Island Fortress), dramatic cliff-top walking trails, and sweeping views across Botany Bay toward Kurnell. Congwong Bay and Frenchmans Bay provide sheltered swimming spots, while the headland is popular with anglers, photographers, and history enthusiasts. The community retains a tight-knit, multicultural character and is well served by bus connections to Bondi Junction and the CBD.

La Perouse falls under postcode 2036 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Maroubra electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2036
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Barton
State Electorate
Maroubra
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.97°, 151.24°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.75 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Eastgardens (no train; nearest rail)
5.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • 394 — Circular Quay via Bondi Junction 60-75 min
  • 393 — Circular Quay via Maroubra 65 min
  • 891 — Bondi Junction 40 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
14 km
By Train
No direct train; bus to Central ~65 min
By Car (Peak)
30-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Bus-only connection to CBD; Eastern Distributor and Anzac Parade are main routes

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Walkable around the headland and foreshore trails; limited local shops require bus or car

🛒 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 La Perouse by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View La Perouse Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
366
▲ 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 La Perouse known for? +

La Perouse is known for its rich Indigenous heritage, the historic Bare Island Fortress, the La Perouse Museum, and its scenic coastal headland overlooking Botany Bay. It was also the site visited by French explorer Lapérouse in 1788.

How do I get to La Perouse from Sydney CBD? +

Take bus route 394 from Circular Quay to La Perouse. The journey takes approximately 60–75 minutes. By car, it's about 20–25 minutes via the Eastern Distributor off-peak.

Is there swimming at La Perouse? +

Yes — Congwong Bay and Frenchmans Bay are both popular sheltered swimming spots within the La Perouse headland area.

What LGA is La Perouse in? +

La Perouse falls within the Randwick City Council local government area in Sydney's eastern suburbs.