Redfern
NSW 2016 • Greater Sydney
About Redfern
Redfern is Sydney's most dramatically transformed inner-city suburb, where over 13,000 residents now live in a gentrified neighbourhood with deep Aboriginal significance. The train station is one of Sydney's busiest, providing exceptional connectivity. The high median income reflects complete gentrification while the Block maintains cultural importance.
The dining and cafe scene is excellent, particularly around Redfern Street. The National Centre of Indigenous Excellence serves Aboriginal community, while converted warehouses house creative businesses. Redfern attracts young professionals, creatives, and those wanting inner-city living with edge. It's gentrification's ground zero—transformed but not forgotten.
Redfern falls under postcode 2016 and is governed by Sydney Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Newtown electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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Woolworths261-265 Chalmers Street Redfern 2016 NSW
Schools
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122 Little Eveleigh Street
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117 Redfern Street
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 9 heritage-listed places in or near Redfern, 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 Redfern by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Redfern Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Redfern" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
964 state housing + 113 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Compare Redfern With
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 627
- 2. China 559
- 3. New Zealand 388
- 4. India 187
- 5. United States 179
- 6. Thailand 159
- 7. Philippines 122
- 8. Ireland 117
- 9. Malaysia 117
- 10. France 113
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)