HILLSDALE

Sydney East
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House Median
This suburb $2,595,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $890,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 3,595
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 10.2%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 5,647
Density 10,341.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney East
State New South Wales

HILLSDALE Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $2,595,000
House Sales Volume 56 sales
Unit Median $890,000
Unit Sales Volume 73 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House No data
3 Bed House $1,250/wk
2 Bed Unit $1,050/wk
3 Bed Unit $1,380/wk
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

HILLSDALE Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Safe
Crime rate: 3,595 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.54x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

HILLSDALE 3,595/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

HILLSDALE 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.

HILLSDALE Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

5,647
Total Population
10,341
people/km² density
10.2%
Chinese Population
Well above average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
866 people
15.3%
2
England
845 people
15.0%
3
China
577 people
10.2%
4
Ireland
507 people
9.0%
5
Philippines
266 people
4.7%

Transport

12.0 km
to Sydney CBD
20 min
drive to CBD
52 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools

No school data available for this area

HILLSDALE Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 4 neighbouring suburbs

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About HILLSDALE

Hillsdale is located in Eastern Sydney, approximately 12.0km from CBD, about 52 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 5,647 with a density of 10341 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $2,595,000, above Sydney average; unit median $890,000, on par with Sydney average.

Education: No high schools in this suburb.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 3595 per 100,000, 0.54x the NSW average, a very safe area.

Demographics: Australian comprises 15.34%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (14.96%) and Chinese (10.22%), notable Chinese community.

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Hillsdale has a house median of $2,595,000 and unit median of $890,000. Property prices are slightly above Sydney median, an upper-middle market area.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Hillsdale has a crime rate of 3595 per 100,000, which is 0.54x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Catholic schools: Corpus Christi College Maroubra, 2024 HSC results: 33 Distinguished Achievers, 1 All Rounders, AU Guide Score 56.6 (neighbouring suburb). Independent schools: St Spyridon College, 2024 HSC results: 71 Distinguished Achievers, 1 All Rounders, 2 Top Achievers, AU Guide Score 71.2 (neighbouring suburb).

According to ABS 2021 Census, Hillsdale has a population of 5,647, with Chinese comprising 10.20%. Moderate Chinese population with established community presence. Main ethnic groups: Aust (15.34%), English (14.96%), Chinese (10.22%), Irish (8.98%), Filipino (4.71%).

Hillsdale is approximately 12.0km from Sydney CBD, about 20 minutes by car or 52 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Middle ring suburb, reasonably convenient commute.