Point Piper
NSW 2027
Where Sydney Harbour meets unparalleled exclusivity
Perched on a harbourside peninsula just 6 km east of the Sydney CBD, Point Piper is consistently recognised as Australia's most expensive suburb. Home to Wolseley Road, ranked the 9th most expensive street in the world, and the site of the nation's three highest-ever residential sales.
Market Snapshot
$29.75M
House Median
3 sold last year
$5.50M
Unit Median
19 sold last year
+26.09%
Unit Growth (12m)
Avg. annual: +8.60%
$1,350
Unit Weekly Rent
2.31% gross yield
Data from Allhomes, realestateinvestar.com.au, YIP Magazine • Last 12 months • Updated Feb 2026
Market Trends
Point Piper is one of Australia's most tightly held suburbs, with extremely low annual sales volumes. The median house price reflects just 3 sales in 12 months, making it highly volatile. Unit data from 19 sales provides a more reliable market indicator.
Houses
All Houses
3 sold (12 months)
$29.75M
Source: Allhomes (last 12 months)
House data is based on an extremely small sample size (3 sales). Individual transactions can significantly shift the median. Historical record sales in Point Piper include $130M, $100M (Fairwater), and $95M.
Units
All Units
19 sold (12 months)
$5.50M
Source: realestateinvestar.com.au
12-Month Growth
YIP Magazine data
+26.09%
Avg. annual: +8.60%
Weekly Rent (Units)
Median rental
$1,350
2.31% gross yield
Unit sales (19 in 12 months) provide a more statistically meaningful indicator of the Point Piper market than the house median.
Data Sources: Allhomes suburb profile, realestateinvestar.com.au, Your Investment Property Magazine. Median prices based on sales within the last 12 months. Note: Significant variation exists between data providers due to low transaction volumes and different data collection methodologies.
Who Lives in Point Piper
Demographics from the ABS Census 2021. Point Piper is an exclusive enclave of affluent professionals and established families, with one of the highest median incomes in Australia.
1,334
Population
52
Median Age
69.4%
Owners
28.2%
Renters
67.5%
Families
26.7%
Singles
$4,530
Median Household Income (weekly)
48.3%
Bachelor Degree or Above
2.2
Avg. Household Size
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Census 2021, QuickStats for Point Piper (SAL13245)
Local Schools
Point Piper is within the catchment of excellent government schools and surrounded by some of Sydney's most elite private institutions. Rose Bay Secondary College also offers a selective stream with approximately 60 places in Year 7 annually (Source: Rose Bay Secondary College enrolment page).
Double Bay Public School
K-6
Co-educational
Woollahra Public School
K-6
Co-educational
Rose Bay Secondary College
7-12
Co-educational
Cranbrook School
K-12
Single-sex
Kambala School
K-12
Single-sex
Ascham School
K-12
Single-sex
School data verified via NSW Department of Education school finder and School Catchment website. Private school fees vary; Kambala is reported as one of Sydney's most expensive at approximately $51,703/year for Year 12 (Source: SuperProf).
Why Choose Point Piper
Point Piper is a tiny peninsula covering just 0.4 square kilometres, yet it commands some of the highest property values on the planet. Here is what makes it Australia's most coveted address.
Wolseley Road
Ranked the 9th most expensive street in the world, home to some of Australia's most valuable properties (Source: Wikipedia/Point Piper)
Lady Martins Beach
Secluded harbour beach in Felix Bay, accessed via a narrow laneway off Wolseley Road (Source: Woollahra Council)
Record-Breaking Sales
Home to Australia's three most expensive residential sales, including Fairwater at $100M (Source: Domain/media reports)
Royal Motor Yacht Club
Exclusive waterfront members' club with fine dining by head chef Kazu Iketani (Source: RMYC website)
Duff Reserve
Deep-water harbourside reserve with views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Garden Island (Source: Woollahra Council)
Harbour Proximity
Just 6 km east of the Sydney CBD, offering uninterrupted panoramic harbour views (Source: Wikipedia/Point Piper)
Getting Around
Bus
Bus routes 324 and 325 run along New South Head Road, connecting Point Piper to the city via Edgecliff and Kings Cross. The nearest bus stop (New South Head Rd opp Wolseley Rd) is approximately a 5-minute walk. The journey to the CBD takes around 30 minutes and costs $1-$3. (Source: Transport NSW, Moovit, Rome2Rio)
Train
The nearest train station is Edgecliff on the T4 Eastern Suburbs line, approximately 2 km west of Point Piper. From Edgecliff, it is a short ride to Martin Place, Town Hall, and Central. (Source: Transport NSW)
Ferry
Rose Bay Wharf, serving the F7 ferry route, is accessible from Point Piper. The F7 ferry runs to Circular Quay approximately every 20 minutes, with the crossing taking about 20 minutes and costing $4-$7. (Source: Transport NSW, Rome2Rio)
Driving
New South Head Road connects Point Piper westward through Double Bay and Edgecliff to the Sydney CBD, a drive of approximately 15-30 minutes depending on traffic. (Source: Rome2Rio, Wikipedia)
Distance to CBD
Source: Transport NSW, Rome2Rio, Wikipedia
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living and buying in Point Piper.
What is the median house price in Point Piper?+
The median house sale price in Point Piper is approximately $29.75M, based on just 3 house sales in the past 12 months. Due to the extremely low volume of house transactions, this figure can be highly volatile year to year. The median unit price is $5.50M based on 19 sales. Source: Allhomes, realestateinvestar.com.au
Why is Point Piper so expensive?+
Point Piper is consistently ranked as Australia's most expensive suburb due to its exclusive harbourfront location just 6 km from the Sydney CBD, uninterrupted panoramic harbour views, extremely limited housing stock (only around 716 private dwellings total), and its status as home to some of Australia's wealthiest residents. Wolseley Road was ranked the 9th most expensive street in the world. Source: ABS Census 2021, Wikipedia/Point Piper
What schools serve the Point Piper area?+
Point Piper is served by Double Bay Public School and Woollahra Public School (K-6) for government primary education, and Rose Bay Secondary College for government high school. Elite private schools nearby include Cranbrook School (boys, K-12), Kambala School (girls, K-12), and Ascham School (girls, K-12). Source: School Catchment, NSW Department of Education
How do I get to the Sydney CBD from Point Piper?+
Bus routes 324 and 325 run along New South Head Road connecting Point Piper to the CBD via Edgecliff station. The bus journey to the city takes approximately 30 minutes and costs $1-$3. The closest train station is Edgecliff on the T4 line. By car, the CBD is approximately 15-30 minutes via New South Head Road. The Rose Bay ferry wharf is nearby, with the F7 service reaching Circular Quay in about 20 minutes. Source: Transport NSW, Rome2Rio
What is the demographic profile of Point Piper?+
Point Piper has a population of 1,334 with a median age of 52 years, making it one of Sydney's more mature suburbs. Owner-occupiers make up 69.4% of households (50.4% owned outright, 19.0% with a mortgage). The median household income is $4,530 per week, median personal income is $1,835 per week, and 48.3% of residents hold a bachelor degree or above. Source: ABS Census 2021
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