BIRCHGROVE

Sydney East
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House Median
This suburb $3,025,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $1,470,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 2,664
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 4.6%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 3,228
Density 5,510.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney East
State New South Wales

BIRCHGROVE Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $3,025,000
House Sales Volume 32 sales
Unit Median $1,470,000
Unit Sales Volume 32 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $905/wk
3 Bed House $1,350/wk
2 Bed Unit $850/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

BIRCHGROVE Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Very Safe
Crime rate: 2,664 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.40x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

BIRCHGROVE 2,664/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

BIRCHGROVE has a crime rate below the NSW average, indicating generally good safety conditions. However, it's still advisable to maintain basic safety awareness and secure personal belongings.

BIRCHGROVE Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

3,228
Total Population
5,510
people/km² density
4.6%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
1,427 people
44.2%
2
Australia
947 people
29.3%
3
Ireland
599 people
18.6%
4
Scotland
433 people
13.4%
5
Italy
150 people
4.7%

Transport

6.5 km
to Sydney CBD
17 min
drive to CBD
41 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools

No school data available for this area

BIRCHGROVE Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 1 neighbouring suburbs

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About BIRCHGROVE

Birchgrove is located in Eastern Sydney, approximately 6.5km from CBD, about 41 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 3,228 with a density of 5510 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 2664 per 100,000, 0.40x the NSW average, an extremely safe area.

Demographics: English comprises 44.21%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (29.34%) and Irish (18.56%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Birchgrove 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), Birchgrove has a crime rate of 2664 per 100,000, which is 0.40x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Independent schools: None in this suburb or neighbouring areas.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Birchgrove has a population of 3,228, with Chinese comprising 4.60%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (44.21%), Aust (29.34%), Irish (18.56%), Scottish (13.41%), Italian (4.65%).

Birchgrove is approximately 6.5km from Sydney CBD, about 17 minutes by car or 41 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Close to city centre, very convenient commute.