St Peters
NSW 2044 • Greater Sydney
About St Peters
St Peters is an inner-west suburb of Sydney located approximately 7 kilometres south of the CBD, bordered by Newtown, Marrickville, Sydenham, and Alexandria. As of the 2021 census it had a population of 3,629 with a notably young median age of 35, reflecting its strong appeal to young professionals and couples. The suburb sits within the Inner West Council and features a mixed-use character shaped by its industrial heritage, with warehouses and factories progressively converted into apartments, studios, and creative spaces. High-density residential development has accelerated significantly in recent years, contributing to a diversifying demographic.
St Peters retains a gritty, authentic inner-city character that attracts those who prefer an alternative to more gentrified neighbouring suburbs. Sydney Park — one of Sydney's largest inner-city parks at 44 hectares — forms the suburb's northern boundary and provides extensive green space, cycling paths, and wetlands enjoyed by locals year-round. The Princes Highway corridor offers cafés, small bars, and independent retailers, while larger precincts in Newtown and Marrickville are just a short walk away. St Peters railway station provides direct access to the CBD in around 12 minutes, making it a practical choice for city commuters.
St Peters falls under postcode 2044 and is governed by Inner West Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Heffron electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 422,423 — Marrickville to City (via Newtown) 20–25 min to CBD
- M50 — Burwood to Central Station (Metro bus) 15 min to Central
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ St Peters Station offers a fast and frequent rail link to Central. Sydenham Station (nearby) also connects to the Airport Line for travel to Mascot and the airport.
St Peters scores well for walkability, with Sydney Park, the Princes Highway retail strip, and rail stations all accessible on foot. Daily errands, parks, and most amenities can be reached without a car.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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St Peters Public School ICSEA 10999519 6307 Church St
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Tempe High School ICSEA 10969558 2336 119 Unwins Bridge Rd
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near St Peters, 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 St Peters by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View St Peters Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "St Peters" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
0 state housing + 11 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. England 200
- 2. New Zealand 77
- 3. Vietnam 59
- 4. Philippines 54
- 5. China 53
- 6. United States 48
- 7. India 46
- 8. Ireland 38
- 9. South Africa 30
- 10. Italy 29
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)