THE ROCKS
THE ROCKS Property Overview
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THE ROCKS Neighbouring Suburbs
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About THE ROCKS
The Rocks is located in Eastern Sydney, approximately 3.2km from CBD, about 19 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 629 with a density of 3080 people/km².
Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), unit median $1,225,000, above Sydney average.
Education: No high schools in this suburb.
Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 68045 per 100,000, 10.25x the NSW average, a high crime area.
Demographics: English comprises 25.44%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (14.63%) and Chinese (13.83%), notable Chinese community.
Transport: Neighbouring suburb has a train station.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), The Rocks has a unit median of $1,225,000. Limited house data available. Property prices are slightly above Sydney median, an upper-middle market area.
According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), The Rocks has a crime rate of 68045 per 100,000, which is 10.25x the NSW average (6635). High crime area, particular attention to safety required.
Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Catholic schools: St Mary's Cathedral College, 2024 HSC results: 93 Distinguished Achievers, 3 All Rounders, AU Guide Score 73.4 (neighbouring suburb). Independent schools: St Andrew's Cathedral School, 2024 HSC results: 148 Distinguished Achievers, 4 All Rounders, 3 Top Achievers, AU Guide Score 80.4 (neighbouring suburb).
According to ABS 2021 Census, The Rocks has a population of 629, with Chinese comprising 13.80%. Moderate Chinese population with established community presence. Main ethnic groups: English (25.44%), Aust (14.63%), Chinese (13.83%), Irish (11.45%), Scottish (8.43%).
The Rocks is approximately 3.2km from Sydney CBD, about 15 minutes by car or 19 minutes by public transport. No train station in this suburb, but neighbouring suburbs have stations available. Close to city centre, very convenient commute.