DAPTO

Wollongong Region
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House Median
This suburb $850,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $703,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 7,760
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 0.9%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 10,954
Density 1,486.0/km²
Region Info
Region Wollongong Region
State New South Wales

DAPTO Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $850,000
House Sales Volume 122 sales
Unit Median $703,000
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $540/wk
3 Bed House $650/wk
2 Bed Unit $520/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

DAPTO Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Slightly Above Average
Crime rate: 7,760 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.17x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

DAPTO 7,760/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

DAPTO has a crime rate above the NSW average. It's recommended to be mindful of personal and property security, avoid walking alone late at night, and keep valuables secured.

DAPTO Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

10,954
Total Population
1,486
people/km² density
0.9%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
4,609 people
42.1%
2
Australia
4,491 people
41.0%
3
Scotland
1,150 people
10.5%
4
Ireland
1,055 people
9.6%
5
Australia
519 people
4.7%

Transport

95.3 km
to Sydney CBD
89 min
drive to CBD
110 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Public (1)

Dapto High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About DAPTO

Dapto is located in Wollongong Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 10,954 with a density of 1486 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $850,000, below Sydney average; unit median $703,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Dapto High School has 1 Distinguished Achievers.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 7760 per 100,000, 1.17x the NSW average, safety level close to NSW average.

Demographics: English comprises 42.08%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (41.00%) and Scottish (10.50%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Dapto has a house median of $850,000 and unit median of $703,000. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Dapto has a crime rate of 7760 per 100,000, which is 1.17x the NSW average (6635). Close to NSW average, moderate safety.

Government schools: Dapto High School, 2024 HSC results: 1 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Dapto has a population of 10,954, with Chinese comprising 0.90%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (42.08%), Aust (41.00%), Scottish (10.50%), Irish (9.63%), Aust_Abor (4.74%).

Dapto is approximately 95.3km from Sydney CBD, about 89 minutes by car or 110 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.