Vaucluse
NSW 2030
Where harbour grandeur meets historic prestige
One of Sydney's most exclusive harbourside enclaves. Home to Nielsen Park, Shark Beach, the historic Vaucluse House estate, and breathtaking panoramas spanning the harbour to the Pacific Ocean.
Market Snapshot
$9.50M
House Median
115 sold last year
$1.61M
Unit Median
92 sold last year
40
Days on Market
Houses avg.
10.47%
Annual Growth
Houses
Data from YourInvestmentPropertyMag.com.au • Last 12 months • Updated Feb 2026
Market Trends
Current median prices and market activity for Vaucluse, based on sales in the last 12 months. Vaucluse is consistently ranked among Sydney's most expensive suburbs, with properties regularly exceeding eight figures in the prestige market.
Houses
Overall Median
115 sold
$9.50M
40 days avg.
Annual Growth
Year-on-year
+10.47%
Capital growth
Median Rent
Weekly
$2,100/wk
1.39% yield
Units
Overall Median
92 sold
$1.61M
30 days avg.
Annual Growth
Year-on-year
+0.29%
Capital growth
Median Rent
Weekly
$968/wk
3.27% yield
Units sell faster (30 days avg.) than houses (40 days avg.), reflecting strong demand for entry-level access to this ultra-premium suburb.
Data Sources: YourInvestmentPropertyMag.com.au and RealEstateInvestar.com.au for Vaucluse NSW 2030. Based on sales within the last 12 months. Bedroom-level median breakdowns are not publicly available for this suburb from major data providers. View on YIP
Who Lives in Vaucluse
Demographics from ABS Census 2021 via YourInvestmentPropertyMag.com.au and Microburbs. Vaucluse is an affluent, family-oriented suburb with a high proportion of owner-occupiers and a culturally diverse population. The dominant age group is 10-19 years, reflecting the suburb's appeal to established families. (Source: ABS Census 2021)
9,510
Population
43
Median Age
72%
Owners
22%
Renters
75%
Families
25%
Singles
$3,481/wk
Median Household Income (Postcode 2030, Source: ABS Census 2021)
43%
Born Overseas (Source: LocalStats.com.au / ABS Census)
35.3%
Professionals (Top Occupation, Source: LocalStats.com.au / ABS Census)
Source: ABS Census 2021 / YourInvestmentPropertyMag.com.au / LocalStats.com.au / Microburbs
Local Schools
Schools in and near the Vaucluse catchment area. Vaucluse Public School (est. 1858) is the local government primary school, while several prestigious independent schools operate in neighbouring Rose Bay and Dover Heights.
Vaucluse Public School
K-6
Co-educational
Rose Bay Secondary College
7-12
Co-educational
Kincoppal-Rose Bay School of the Sacred Heart
K-12
Single-sex (Girls)
Kambala
K-12
Single-sex (Girls)
Kesser Torah College
K-12
Co-educational
School data verified via GoodSchools.com.au, school websites, and Wikipedia. Kincoppal-Rose Bay has co-educational Junior School (K-6) and single-sex (girls) Senior School (7-12). Compare schools on Good Schools Guide
Why Choose Vaucluse
Vaucluse occupies a privileged position on Sydney's south-eastern harbour foreshore, combining natural beauty, heritage significance, and ultra-prestige real estate in one of Australia's most coveted addresses.
Nielsen Park & Shark Beach
Heritage-listed harbour beach with shark-netted swimming inside Sydney Harbour National Park
Vaucluse House
Historic 1803 Gothic Revival estate with 11 hectares of gardens, managed by Museums of History NSW
Harbour & Ocean Views
Panoramic vistas spanning Sydney Harbour to the west and the Pacific Ocean to the east
Coastal Walks
Rose Bay to Watsons Bay harbour walk and Bondi to South Head coastal trail pass through the suburb
Prestige Real Estate
One of Sydney's most expensive suburbs with properties regularly exceeding eight figures
Heritage & History
Home to Strickland House, The Hermitage, South Head fortifications, and Macquarie Lighthouse nearby
Getting Around
Ferry
The F9 ferry from nearby Watsons Bay Wharf reaches Circular Quay in approximately 23 minutes, departing every 30 minutes throughout the day. This scenic harbour route is operated by Sydney Ferries. (Source: Transport NSW)
Bus
Route 325 runs from Watsons Bay to Walsh Bay via Vaucluse Road, with weekday peak services through to Barangaroo and Sydney Metro connections. Routes 380 and 386 connect Vaucluse to Bondi Junction via New South Head Road. (Source: Transport NSW)
Driving
New South Head Road connects Vaucluse to Double Bay, Edgecliff, and the CBD via the Eastern Distributor. The suburb sits at the eastern terminus of the road network, providing a quiet, low-traffic residential environment.
Distance to CBD
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living and buying in Vaucluse.
What is the median house price in Vaucluse?+
The median house price in Vaucluse is $9.5M based on 115 house sales in the last 12 months, with an average of 40 days on market and annual growth of 10.47%. Source: YourInvestmentPropertyMag.com.au, 2025.
Is Vaucluse a good area for families?+
Vaucluse is well-suited for families, with 75% family households (Source: Microburbs/ABS Census 2021). It offers Vaucluse Public School (K-6) and nearby private schools including Kambala and Kincoppal-Rose Bay. Nielsen Park, Shark Beach, and Parsley Bay provide family-friendly outdoor spaces.
How do I get to the Sydney CBD from Vaucluse?+
The F9 ferry from nearby Watsons Bay Wharf reaches Circular Quay in approximately 23 minutes, departing every 30 minutes. Bus route 325 runs via Vaucluse Road to Walsh Bay and Barangaroo. Routes 380 and 386 connect to Bondi Junction. By car, the CBD is approximately 10 km via New South Head Road. Source: Transport NSW.
What is the demographic profile of Vaucluse?+
Vaucluse has a population of 9,510 with a median age of 43 years and 72% owner-occupier rate. The median weekly household income for the postcode 2030 area is $3,481, significantly above the NSW median. 43% of residents were born overseas. Source: ABS Census 2021 / YourInvestmentPropertyMag.com.au.
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