Mortlake
NSW 2137 • Greater Sydney
About Mortlake
Mortlake is a small, leafy suburb in Sydney's Inner West, located 10 kilometres west of the CBD on the southern bank of the Parramatta River. With a population of around 1,950, it is one of the smallest suburbs in the City of Canada Bay. The area is characterised by its high-density living, with a median weekly personal income of $1,321 reflecting its affluent demographic. Mortlake is notable for being home to the historic Putney Punt, the last surviving cable ferry service in Sydney.
Mortlake offers a quiet, riverside lifestyle with parks and waterfront walks along the Parramatta River. The suburb appeals to professionals and families who value proximity to the CBD with a village feel. Local amenities include the nearby Rhodes Shopping Centre and Concord West shops. The area features a mix of older houses and modern apartment developments, particularly around the Breakfast Point precinct.
Mortlake falls under postcode 2137 and is governed by Canada Bay Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Drummoyne electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 459 — Burwood to Mortlake via Concord West 15 min to Burwood
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Limited direct public transport; most residents drive or connect via Concord West station
Basic errands can be done on foot but most residents rely on a car for shopping and commuting
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Concord High School ICSEA 1068Stanley St
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Concord Public School ICSEA 10719744 8427 Burwood Rd
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Mortlake Public School ICSEA 10819743 3001 Brays Rd
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60 Burton Street
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17 George Street
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Strathfield North Public School ICSEA 11129743 2126 251 Concord Rd
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 Mortlake by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Mortlake Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Mortlake" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
0 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. China 149
- 2. South Korea 49
- 3. Italy 37
- 4. England 35
- 5. New Zealand 35
- 6. Hong Kong 33
- 7. India 26
- 8. Malaysia 22
- 9. Sri Lanka 18
- 10. Brazil 15
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)