Bondi Beach
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Bondi Beach, NSW 2026.
About Bondi Beach
Welcome to Bondi Beach
Bondi Beach needs almost no introduction — its long crescent of sand sits about seven kilometres east of the Sydney CBD and has become shorthand, worldwide, for the Australian coastal lifestyle. But beyond the postcard image, it's also a genuine residential community, home to just over 11,500 people with a median age of 33, wedged between Bondi, North Bondi, Tamarama, Bronte and Bellevue Hill.
The suburb suits people who want to live close to the water and don't mind paying for the privilege, along with renters, young professionals and downsizers drawn to apartment living over the classic Bondi backdrop of ocean, cliffs and cafés. Families are here too, but this is fundamentally a high-density, high-energy suburb built around beach culture rather than quarter-acre blocks.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Bondi Beach revolves around the beach itself and the promenade that runs behind it, where the coastal walk to Bronte and Tamarama draws joggers, swimmers and dog walkers from early morning onward. Campbell Parade and the streets running off it are lined with cafés, juice bars, restaurants and swimwear boutiques, and the mix of backpacker energy and long-term local residents gives the suburb a distinctive, slightly chaotic charm that regulars are fiercely loyal to.
Weekends bring the Bondi Beach Markets and a steady flow of visitors, so locals tend to know the quieter corners — the northern end near North Bondi, or the early sunrise slot before the crowds arrive. It's a suburb where a coffee run doubles as a social occasion and where outdoor living, from beach volleyball to ocean swimming, is simply part of daily routine.
Shopping
Campbell Parade and the surrounding grid handle most day-to-day needs, with a supermarket, bakeries, delis and speciality food shops within easy walking distance of most homes. For bigger shopping trips, residents typically head to Bondi Junction, whose Westfield centre and department stores are only a few minutes away and give the area access to major retail without losing its own strip-shopping feel.
Getting around
Bondi Beach has no train station of its own — the nearest heavy rail is at Bondi Junction, reached via frequent bus services along Campbell Parade and Bondi Road — but those buses make the CBD commute straightforward without a car. Parking can be tight, especially near the beach on weekends, which is part of why many residents rely on buses, bikes or simply walking for local trips.
The coastal walk provides an easy, car-free link to Bronte and beyond, while the short drive or bus trip to Bondi Junction opens up onward rail connections across the eastern suburbs and into the city.
Schools & families
Family life here centres on a handful of well-regarded local options, including Bondi Beach Public School and Galilee Catholic Primary School, both within the suburb, plus Wairoa School nearby. While Bondi Beach's dwelling stock leans heavily toward apartments rather than large family homes, plenty of households with young children make it work, trading on space in exchange for the beach, the walkability and the community feel of the local schools.
The property market
Bondi Beach's property market reflects its scarcity and its lifestyle premium. The median house price sits at $4.79 million, while units — which dominate the market — carry a median of $1.80 million. Current listings show just how apartment-driven the suburb is: 79% are apartments or units, 18% houses, with land and other listings making up the remainder.
Recent house price growth has been flat at 0.0%, suggesting a market that has plateaued after earlier gains rather than one in retreat. Rental demand remains strong, with median rent at $2,900 per week, underlining Bondi Beach's position as one of Sydney's most sought-after — and most expensive — addresses to either buy into or rent.
Market snapshot
Bondi Beach property market
Median sale price
$4.79m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$2,900
per week
Gross rental yield
3.1%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$4.14m
Median
$4.79m
Premium
$10.24m
Days on market
—
Auction clearance
73%
Sold this year
18
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +3.3% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Bondi Beach by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Bondi Beach, NSW 2026.
Population
11,513
residents (2021)
Median age
33
years
Household income
$2,795
median, per week
Median rent
$675
per week
Median mortgage
$3,033
per month
Mortgage / income
25%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Bondi Beach
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Bondi Beach
$981k
10/10 Warners Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$945k
2/118 Curlewis Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.95m
2/22-28 O'Brien Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.51m
1/3 Sir Thomas Mitchell Road
Sold ~July 2026
$4.15m
9 Cox Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.67m
4/22-28 O'Brien Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.37m
9/128 Francis Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.65m
5/57-57A O'Brien Street
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Bondi Beach suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Bondi Beach?
The median unit price in Bondi Beach, NSW is $1.80m for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 12.5%.
How much is rent in Bondi Beach?
The median weekly rent in Bondi Beach is around $1,188 per week.
Is Bondi Beach a good place to live?
Bondi Beach is a beach and the surrounding suburb in Sydney, Australia. Bondi Beach is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 11,513 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Bondi Beach?
Bondi Beach has a population of 11,513 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 33.
What schools are in Bondi Beach?
There are 3 schools in or near Bondi Beach, including Wairoa School, Bondi Beach Public School and Galilee Catholic Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Bondi Beach?
Properties in Bondi Beach take around 40 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 78%.
How much do you need to buy in Bondi Beach?
Entry-level properties in Bondi Beach start around $1.15m, while premium homes reach $2.94m.
What suburbs are near Bondi Beach?
Suburbs near Bondi Beach include Bondi, Bronte, North Bondi, Bellevue Hill and Tamarama.
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