Balmain is a lively suburb just outside of the Sydney CBD with easy access to the CBD by bus and ferry. Originally home to many maritime industries including shipyards, the streets now have a village-like, feel some with waterfront views. There is a vibrant café culture and great gastro pubs as well as some boutique shops along the main street, Darling Street.

ABS data shows that the majority of residents have Anglo-Celtic backgrounds with a median age of 42. Households tend to small (as are many of the homes!) with above average incomes.

Real estate is tightly held in Balmain with the average hold time of 11 years. At March 2026, the median house price is $2.975m and the median unit price $1.452m and rental yields of 3.30%.

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