Woollahra

NSW 2025 • Greater Sydney

7,189
Population (2021)
$85,176
Median Income
1.23 km²
Area
45m
Elevation

About Woollahra

Woollahra is an upscale, prestigious suburb in New South Wales, located within the Woollahra (Area) area. With a population of 7,189 and a median income of $85,176, the suburb attracts established professionals, executives, and affluent families. Covering 1.23 km² at an elevation of 45m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Woollahra delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Woollahra falls under postcode 2025 and is governed by Woollahra Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Vaucluse electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2025
Urban Area
Woollahra
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.89°, 151.24°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.23 km²
Elevation
45m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Woollahra, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

14 Rosemont Avenue Woollahra • SHR #00294
Waimea Avenue, Woollahra • SHR #00226
172 -178 Oxford Street Woollhara • SHR #02124

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$670
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$4,000
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,405
Census 2021
7,189
2.9% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$71,500
Income 2021
$85,176
19.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

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🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,539
Born Overseas 2,384

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 484
  • 2. New Zealand 207
  • 3. South Africa 204
  • 4. United States 125
  • 5. China 117
  • 6. Hong Kong 56
  • 7. Philippines 55
  • 8. France 54
  • 9. Singapore 52
  • 10. Italy 51
  • 11. Ireland 45
  • 12. India 43
  • 13. Germany 42
  • 14. Malaysia 39
  • 15. Japan 36

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,654
Australian 1,853
Irish 1,053
Scottish 809
Chinese 409
German 299
Italian 270
Greek 167
Polish 153
Indian 130

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,901
Both parents born in Australia
2,765
Both parents born overseas
1,123
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
41.9%
Christianity
40.0%
Judaism
7.7%
Buddhism
1.4%
Hinduism
0.7%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
357 (5.0%)
5-14 years
744 (10.3%)
15-19 years
294 (4.1%)
20-24 years
351 (4.9%)
25-34 years
1,143 (15.9%)
35-44 years
983 (13.7%)
45-54 years
886 (12.3%)
55-64 years
768 (10.7%)
65-74 years
789 (11.0%)
75-84 years
589 (8.2%)
85+ years
284 (4.0%)

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