CARLTON

Sydney South
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House Median
This suburb $1,775,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $823,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 2,624
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 21.9%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 10,631
Density 5,208.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney South
State New South Wales

CARLTON Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,775,000
House Sales Volume -
Unit Median $823,000
Unit Sales Volume 65 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $680/wk
3 Bed House No data
2 Bed Unit $680/wk
3 Bed Unit $800/wk
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

CARLTON Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Very Safe
Crime rate: 2,624 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.40x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

CARLTON 2,624/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

CARLTON 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.

CARLTON Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

10,631
Total Population
5,208
people/km² density
21.9%
Chinese Population
Well above average

Major Ethnicities

1
China
2,328 people
21.9%
2
Australia
1,330 people
12.5%
3
England
1,303 people
12.3%
4
Greece
901 people
8.5%
5
Macedonian
611 people
5.8%

Transport

20.1 km
to Sydney CBD
30 min
drive to CBD
38 min
transit to CBD
Has Station
in this suburb

Local Schools

No school data available for this area

CARLTON Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 9 neighbouring suburbs

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About CARLTON

Carlton is located in Southern Sydney, approximately 20.1km from CBD, about 38 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 10,631 with a density of 5208 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,775,000, on par with Sydney average; unit median $823,000, on par with Sydney average.

Education: No high schools in this suburb.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 2624 per 100,000, 0.40x the NSW average, an extremely safe area.

Demographics: Chinese comprises 21.90%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (12.51%) and English (12.26%), has a significant Chinese community.

Transport: Has a train station.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Carlton has a house median of $1,775,000 and unit median of $823,000. Property prices are close to Sydney median levels.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Carlton has a crime rate of 2624 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. Catholic schools: Bethany College, 2024 HSC results: 190 Distinguished Achievers, 2 All Rounders, 6 Top Achievers, 5 First in Course, AU Guide Score 86.5 (neighbouring suburb). Independent schools: Danebank - An Anglican School for Girls, 2024 HSC results: 95 Distinguished Achievers, 2 All Rounders, AU Guide Score 73.7 (neighbouring suburb).

According to ABS 2021 Census, Carlton has a population of 10,631, with Chinese comprising 21.90%. Significant Chinese community with comprehensive amenities. Main ethnic groups: Chinese (21.90%), Aust (12.51%), English (12.26%), Greek (8.48%), Macedonian (5.75%).

Carlton is approximately 20.1km from Sydney CBD, about 30 minutes by car or 38 minutes by public transport. This suburb has a train station on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line line(s). Outer ring suburb, moderate commute time.