WAVERLEY

Sydney East
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House Median
This suburb $4,700,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $1,700,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 8,824
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 3.8%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 4,216
Density 7,018.0/km²
Region Info
Region Sydney East
State New South Wales

WAVERLEY Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $4,700,000
House Sales Volume -
Unit Median $1,700,000
Unit Sales Volume 33 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House No data
3 Bed House $1,700/wk
2 Bed Unit $968/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

WAVERLEY Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Above Average
Crime rate: 8,824 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.33x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

WAVERLEY 8,824/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

WAVERLEY 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.

WAVERLEY Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

4,216
Total Population
7,018
people/km² density
3.8%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
1,457 people
34.6%
2
Australia
957 people
22.7%
3
Ireland
649 people
15.4%
4
Scotland
392 people
9.3%
5
Italy
225 people
5.3%

Transport

6.4 km
to Sydney CBD
18 min
drive to CBD
34 min
transit to CBD
Nearby Station
in adjacent suburb

Local Schools (3)

Independent (2)

St Catherine's School

Details
83.5 score K-12 Girls

Waverley College

Details
79.5 score Year 5-12 Boys

Catholic (1)

St Clare's College

Details
74.7 score Year 7-12 Girls

WAVERLEY Neighbouring Suburbs

Property data: © NSW Government (2025 Q2) | 6 neighbouring suburbs

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About WAVERLEY

Waverley is located in Eastern Sydney, approximately 6.4km from CBD, about 34 minutes by public transport. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 4,216 with a density of 7018 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $4,700,000, above Sydney average; unit median $1,700,000, above Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, Catholic school St Clare's College has 133; independent school St Catherine's School has 233.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 8824 per 100,000, 1.33x the NSW average, safety level close to NSW average.

Demographics: English comprises 34.56%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (22.70%) and Irish (15.39%).

Transport: Neighbouring suburb has a train station.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Waverley has a house median of $4,700,000 and unit median of $1,700,000. Property prices are significantly above Sydney median, a premium residential area.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Waverley has a crime rate of 8824 per 100,000, which is 1.33x the NSW average (6635). Slightly above NSW average, recommend understanding specific conditions.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Catholic schools: St Clare's College, 2024 HSC results: 133 Distinguished Achievers, 4 All Rounders, AU Guide Score 74.7. Independent schools: St Catherine's School, 2024 HSC results: 233 Distinguished Achievers, 8 All Rounders, 3 Top Achievers, AU Guide Score 83.5.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Waverley has a population of 4,216, with Chinese comprising 3.80%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (34.56%), Aust (22.70%), Irish (15.39%), Scottish (9.30%), Italian (5.34%).

Waverley is approximately 6.4km from Sydney CBD, about 18 minutes by car or 34 minutes by public transport. No train station in this suburb, but neighbouring suburbs have stations available. Close to city centre, very convenient commute.