DOONSIDE
DOONSIDE Property Overview
Local Schools (2)
Public (1)
Doonside High School
DetailsIndependent (1)
Mountain View Adventist College
DetailsDOONSIDE 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.