Five Dock
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Five Dock, NSW 2046.
About Five Dock
Welcome to Five Dock
Five Dock sits on the Bay side of Sydney's Inner West, about eight kilometres from the CBD, bordered by Concord, Wareemba, Canada Bay, Croydon and Cabarita. It's long been one of the Inner West's more understated addresses — less bohemian than Leichhardt, less harbourside-flashy than the eastern suburbs, but with its own quietly confident identity built on a strong Italian heritage, a busy main street and easy access to the water.
With a population of just under 9,900 and a median age of 41, Five Dock tends to attract established families, professionals and downsizers who want space, good schools and a sense of community without giving up proximity to the city. It's a suburb that rewards people who value a proper local high street over shopping centres, and who don't mind paying for the privilege of living close in.
Lifestyle & dining
Great North Road is the heart of Five Dock's social life, lined with cafes, bakeries, delis and restaurants that reflect the suburb's long-standing Italian influence alongside newer Asian and modern Australian openings. It has the feel of a genuine village strip rather than a designed retail precinct, with an all-day coffee culture and a steady weekend crowd. The suburb's proximity to the Parramatta River foreshore also means residents can easily swap a café breakfast for a waterfront walk or picnic at nearby Cabarita or Canada Bay.
Shopping
Beyond the Great North Road strip, Five Dock functions well as a self-contained shopping destination, with everyday grocery needs, specialty food stores, homewares and services all within walking distance for most residents. For bigger shopping trips, Rhodes and Burwood are a short drive or bus ride away, giving locals access to major retail centres without needing to leave the local area for day-to-day essentials.
Getting around
Five Dock isn't on a train line, which shapes daily life here — buses along Great North Road and Lyons Road are the main public transport link, connecting residents to the CBD, Burwood and neighbouring suburbs like Concord and Croydon. Light rail extensions and ferry access at nearby Cabarita give alternative options for those willing to travel a little further to the water. For most households, a car remains the practical choice, and the suburb's location off the City West Link means the CBD, Parramatta and the Inner West are all readily accessible by road.
Schools & families
Family life in Five Dock is well served by a handful of well-regarded schools. Five Dock Public School is the local public option, while All Hallows Catholic Primary School caters to younger years with a Catholic education. Older students have access to Domremy Catholic College and Rosebank College, both known within the area, giving families a reasonably full run of schooling options without needing to leave the neighbourhood.
Housing & architecture
The streetscape is a mix of Federation and California bungalow homes, post-war brick houses and a growing number of architect-designed renovations and townhouse developments, reflecting decades of steady, incremental change rather than wholesale redevelopment. Current listings show houses still make up around 49% of the market, with apartments and units at 43% and townhouses filling the remaining 8% — a spread that suits both families after a classic Inner West home and buyers seeking lower-maintenance living close to the shops.
The property market
Five Dock's median house price sits at $2.35 million, with units and apartments at a median of $1.13 million, underlining the suburb's position as one of the pricier pockets of the Inner West. Recent figures show house prices have eased by 5.0%, a pullback that may offer a window of opportunity for buyers who have been priced out during earlier growth cycles. Median rent of $1,100 a week reflects continued strong demand from tenants, even as purchase prices adjust, and points to the suburb's enduring appeal as both a place to live and an investment target.
Market snapshot
Five Dock property market
Median sale price
$2.35m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$1,100
per week
Gross rental yield
2.4%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.65m
Median
$2.35m
Premium
$3.61m
Days on market
38
Auction clearance
61%
Sold this year
33
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth -0.2% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Five Dock by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Five Dock, NSW 2046.
Population
9,823
residents (2021)
Median age
41
years
Household income
$2,328
median, per week
Median rent
$570
per week
Median mortgage
$3,000
per month
Mortgage / income
30%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Five Dock
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Five Dock
$1.50m
2/42 Waterview Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.82m
521 Lyons Road West
Sold ~July 2026
$910k
531/3 McKinnon Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$2.65m
16 James Street
Sold ~July 2026
$830k
204/50-52 East Street
Sold ~June 2026
$2.89m
16 Elizabeth Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.65m
104/50-52 East Street
Sold ~June 2026
$800k
2/23 Charles Street
Sold ~June 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
Five Dock suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Five Dock?
The median unit price in Five Dock, NSW is $1.13m for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 2.8%.
How much is rent in Five Dock?
The median weekly rent in Five Dock is around $820 per week.
Is Five Dock a good place to live?
Five Dock is a suburb in the Inner West of Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Five Dock is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 9,823 and 4 schools in the area.
What is the population of Five Dock?
Five Dock has a population of 9,823 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 41.
What schools are in Five Dock?
There are 4 schools in or near Five Dock, including All Hallows Catholic Primary School, Five Dock Public School and Domremy Catholic College.
How long do homes take to sell in Five Dock?
Properties in Five Dock take around 27 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 84%.
How much do you need to buy in Five Dock?
Entry-level properties in Five Dock start around $956k, while premium homes reach $1.35m.
What suburbs are near Five Dock?
Suburbs near Five Dock include Concord, Wareemba, Canada Bay, Croydon and Cabarita.
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