DOONSIDE

Sydney Inner
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House Median
This suburb $1,010,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
No data available
Safety Index
Crime rate 7,838
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 3.3%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 13,614
Density 2,285.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney Inner
State New South Wales

DOONSIDE Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,010,000
House Sales Volume 41 sales
Unit Median No data
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $550/wk
3 Bed House $650/wk
2 Bed Unit No data
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

DOONSIDE Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Slightly Above Average
Crime rate: 7,838 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.18x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

DOONSIDE 7,838/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

DOONSIDE 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.

DOONSIDE Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

13,614
Total Population
2,285
people/km² density
3.3%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
2,558 people
18.8%
2
England
2,283 people
16.8%
3
Philippines
1,783 people
13.1%
4
India
1,124 people
8.3%
5
Australia
570 people
4.2%

Transport

40.9 km
to Sydney CBD
44 min
drive to CBD
50 min
transit to CBD
Has Station
in this suburb

Local Schools (2)

Public (1)

Doonside High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Independent (1)

Mountain View Adventist College

Details
K-12 Co-ed

DOONSIDE Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 7 neighbouring suburbs

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About DOONSIDE

Doonside is located in Central Sydney, approximately 40.9km from CBD, about 50 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 13,614 with a density of 2285 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,010,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, independent school Mountain View Adventist College has 2.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 7838 per 100,000, 1.18x the NSW average, safety level close to NSW average.

Demographics: Australian comprises 18.79%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (16.77%) and Filipino (13.10%).

Transport: Has a train station.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Doonside has a house median of $1,010,000. Limited unit data available. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Doonside has a crime rate of 7838 per 100,000, which is 1.18x the NSW average (6635). Close to NSW average, moderate safety.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Catholic schools: Nagle College, 2024 HSC results: 32 Distinguished Achievers, 1 All Rounders, AU Guide Score 54.4 (neighbouring suburb). Independent schools: Mountain View Adventist College, 2024 HSC results: 2 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Doonside has a population of 13,614, with Chinese comprising 3.30%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (18.79%), English (16.77%), Filipino (13.10%), Indian (8.26%), Aust_Abor (4.19%).

Doonside is approximately 40.9km from Sydney CBD, about 44 minutes by car or 50 minutes by public transport. This suburb has a train station on the T1 North Shore & Western Line line(s). Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.