HEATHCOTE

Sydney South
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House Median
This suburb $1,500,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $1,000,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 3,123
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.3%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 6,148
Density 604.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney South
State New South Wales

HEATHCOTE Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,500,000
House Sales Volume 83 sales
Unit Median $1,000,000
Unit Sales Volume 41 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House No data
3 Bed House $848/wk
2 Bed Unit $650/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

HEATHCOTE Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Very Safe
Crime rate: 3,123 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.47x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

HEATHCOTE 3,123/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

HEATHCOTE 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.

HEATHCOTE Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

6,148
Total Population
604
people/km² density
1.3%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
2,697 people
43.9%
2
Australia
2,685 people
43.7%
3
Ireland
837 people
13.6%
4
Scotland
690 people
11.2%
5
Germany
208 people
3.4%

Transport

47.8 km
to Sydney CBD
48 min
drive to CBD
55 min
transit to CBD
Has Station
in this suburb

Local Schools (1)

Public (1)

Heathcote High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

HEATHCOTE Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 3 neighbouring suburbs

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About HEATHCOTE

Heathcote is located in Southern Sydney, approximately 47.8km from CBD, about 55 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 6,148 with a density of 604 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,500,000, below Sydney average; unit median $1,000,000, above Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Heathcote High School has 8 Distinguished Achievers.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 3123 per 100,000, 0.47x the NSW average, an extremely safe area.

Demographics: English comprises 43.87%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (43.67%) and Irish (13.61%).

Transport: Has a train station.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Heathcote has a house median of $1,500,000 and unit median of $1,000,000. Property prices are close to Sydney median levels.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Heathcote has a crime rate of 3123 per 100,000, which is 0.47x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: Heathcote High School, 2024 HSC results: 8 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Heathcote has a population of 6,148, with Chinese comprising 1.30%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (43.87%), Aust (43.67%), Irish (13.61%), Scottish (11.22%), German (3.38%).

Heathcote is approximately 47.8km from Sydney CBD, about 48 minutes by car or 55 minutes by public transport. This suburb has a train station on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line line(s). Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.