BALMAIN
BALMAIN Property Overview
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BALMAIN Neighbouring Suburbs
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About BALMAIN
Balmain is located in Eastern Sydney, approximately 5.6km from CBD, about 36 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 10,454 with a density of 6798 people/km².
Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $3,025,000, above Sydney average; unit median $1,470,000, above Sydney average.
Education: No high schools in this suburb.
Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 7739 per 100,000, 1.17x the NSW average, safety level close to NSW average.
Demographics: English comprises 40.81%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (27.64%) and Irish (18.25%).
Transport: No train station coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Balmain has a house median of $3,025,000 and unit median of $1,470,000. Property prices are about 50% above Sydney median, a quality residential area.
According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Balmain has a crime rate of 7739 per 100,000, which is 1.17x the NSW average (6635). Close to NSW average, moderate safety.
Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Independent schools: None in this suburb or neighbouring areas.
According to ABS 2021 Census, Balmain has a population of 10,454, with Chinese comprising 4.30%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (40.81%), Aust (27.64%), Irish (18.25%), Scottish (13.00%), Italian (4.73%).
Balmain is approximately 5.6km from Sydney CBD, about 14 minutes by car or 36 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Close to city centre, very convenient commute.