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Sylvania Waters

NSW 2224 • Greater Sydney

3,200
Population (2021)
$47,840
Median Income
1.06 km²
Area
$600/wk
Median Rent
WaterfrontAffluentPrestigeFamily-FriendlyEstablished

About Sylvania Waters

Sylvania Waters is a prestigious waterfront suburb within the Sutherland Shire, situated approximately 25 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD. With a population of 3,200 and a median household income well above the national average at $2,371 per week, the suburb is characterised by a network of man-made canals lined with contemporary homes and private boat moorings. The community skews slightly older with a median age of 43, reflecting the established, affluent families and professionals drawn to waterfront living in Sydney's south.

Sylvania Waters is best known for its striking canal estate, reminiscent of waterfront precincts in Florida and the Gold Coast, and gained international recognition through the 1992 BBC documentary series filmed in the suburb. Residents are well served by local bus routes connecting to Miranda railway station on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line, and the Miranda Westfield shopping complex is just minutes away by car. The nearby Georges River National Park and local foreshore offer walking trails and recreational boating, while Port Hacking to the south provides additional coastal lifestyle appeal.

Sylvania Waters falls under postcode 2224 and is governed by Sutherland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Miranda electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2224
Urban Area
Sutherland Shire - East
LGA / Council
Sutherland Shire
Federal Electorate
Cook
State Electorate
Miranda
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.02°, 151.11°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.06 km²
Elevation
1m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Miranda
2 km
N/A (bus recommended)
Sutherland
4 km
N/A (bus recommended)

Bus Services

  • Route 976, 977 — Miranda Station / Cronulla 10-15 min to Miranda

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
25 km
By Train
~45 min to Central via T4 from Miranda Station
By Car (Peak)
40-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-35 min

🛣️ Canal estate layout; car or bus to Miranda station recommended

Walkability Car-Dependent

Residential canal estate with limited walkable amenities; most errands require driving or catching a bus to Miranda

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🔍 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 Sylvania Waters by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Sylvania Waters Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$600
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,000
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
43 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,169
Census 2021
3,200
▲ 1.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,572
Income 2021
$47,840
▲ 20.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,080
Born Overseas 1,009

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 198
  • 2. Hong Kong 66
  • 3. Greece 60
  • 4. England 57
  • 5. Egypt 55
  • 6. Italy 38
  • 7. New Zealand 37
  • 8. North Macedonia 37
  • 9. Lebanon 28
  • 10. Philippines 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 699
Australian 633
Greek 443
Chinese 431
Irish 213
Italian 211
Scottish 150
Macedonian 129
Lebanese 98
German 80

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,118
Both parents born in Australia
1,572
Both parents born overseas
383
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
64.9%
No Religion
22.8%
Buddhism
3.3%
Islam
2.8%
Hinduism
1.1%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
161 (5.0%)
5-14 years
377 (11.8%)
15-19 years
218 (6.8%)
20-24 years
198 (6.2%)
25-34 years
333 (10.4%)
35-44 years
359 (11.2%)
45-54 years
480 (15.0%)
55-64 years
436 (13.6%)
65-74 years
311 (9.7%)
75-84 years
241 (7.5%)
85+ years
87 (2.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sylvania Waters known for? +

Sylvania Waters is famous for its network of canals lined with waterfront homes and private boat moorings, earning comparisons to Florida-style estates. It gained international recognition through the 1992 BBC documentary series 'Sylvania Waters', which followed a local family and introduced the suburb to global audiences.

How far is Sylvania Waters from Sydney CBD? +

Sylvania Waters is approximately 25 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD. The journey takes around 45 minutes by train via T4 from nearby Miranda station, or 30–55 minutes by car depending on traffic.

Does Sylvania Waters have public transport? +

The suburb is served by local bus routes connecting to Miranda railway station on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line. There is no train station within Sylvania Waters itself, so residents typically drive or catch a bus to Miranda for train access.

What is the population of Sylvania Waters? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sylvania Waters has a population of 3,200 with a median age of 43. The community is established and relatively stable, with a multicultural mix including significant Greek, Chinese, and Anglo-Australian backgrounds.

Is Sylvania Waters a good place to live? +

Sylvania Waters is highly sought after for its unique canal-front lifestyle, prestige housing, and proximity to the Georges River National Park. It suits affluent professionals and families who value waterfront living and reasonable access to Sydney's south and airport, though it comes at a premium price point.

What is the postcode for Sylvania Waters? +

The postcode for Sylvania Waters is 2224.