Chippendale Property Investment Overview

Suburb research data for Chippendale, NSW 2008 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.

Government Public Data Price 2026 Rent 2026
Median House Price
$888,000
2026 data
Gross Rental Yield
3.0%
Weekly Rent
$520
Renter Demand
90%
of residents rent
Vacancy Rate
3.2%
Rental market indicator
Population
7,803
Suburb residents

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📍 Suburb Overview

State NSW
Postcode 2008
Median house price $888,000
Median unit price
Weekly rent (median) $520/wk (unlock cashflow model)
Gross yield 3.0% (unlock risk & score)
Renter % 89.6%
Vacancy rate 3.22%
Population 7,803
Median household income $83,512/yr
Owner-occupied 10.4%
Median age 28 yrs
Total dwellings 3,174

🛡️ Safety & Crime

Reported crime level Higher reported crime
Incidents / 1,000 residents 89

Chippendale shows above-average reported crime compared with other NSW suburbs, based on 2024 state police data.

Source: NSW police / crime statistics. Reported offences vary by category and reporting practices — check current local figures before deciding.

Investment Signals

Confidence: High High

Multiple core metrics are available, including price, rent/yield and population or demand indicators.

Last updated: 2026 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.

🔵 Vacancy 3.2% — balanced rental market
High renter proportion (90%) — strong rental demand base
⚠️ Higher reported crime (89 incidents/1,000 residents) — NSW reported data 2024
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Price History

Source: NSW_FairTrading_BondLodgements. Suburb-level medians — not individual sale prices.

🏫 Schools

Schools in suburb 1
Primary 1
Secondary 0
Schools in Chippendale
Darlington Public School Primary · Government
School locations from state education departments / ACARA. List reflects schools located within the suburb.

🏷️ Recent Sales

Actual settled transactions — the most recent sales recorded in this suburb.

Address Sold Price Type Land
1 Chippendale Way, Chippendale NSW 2008 2026-06-11 $940,000 Residence 90 m²
82 Abercrombie St, Chippendale NSW 2008 2026-06-10 $910,000 Residence 65 m²
1 Chippendale Way, Chippendale NSW 2008 2026-06-10 $790,000 Residence 65 m²
3 Carlton St, Chippendale NSW 2008 2026-06-04 $765,000 Residence 97 m²
36 Regent St, Chippendale NSW 2008 2026-06-03 $3,075,000 Commercial 246 m²
47 Chippen St, Chippendale NSW 2008 2026-06-01 $485,000 Residence 45 m²
33 Goold St, Chippendale NSW 2008 2026-05-22 $675,000 Residence
8 Park Lane, Chippendale NSW 2008 2026-05-22 $75,000 Residence 15 m²
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Source: NSW Valuer-General. Individual settled sales, most recent first.

💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice
Purchase price $888,000
Deposit (20%) $177,600
Loan (80% LVR) $710,400
Weekly rent $520/wk
Annual rent income $27,040/yr
Est. annual interest -$••,•••
Mgmt fees + costs -$•,•••
Est. net cashflow +/- $••,•••/yr
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chippendale a good suburb to invest in?

Chippendale has a high renter proportion (90%). Use this data as a research signal only. Always conduct property-level due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making any investment decision.

What is the median house price in Chippendale?

The median house price in Chippendale is approximately $888,000 based on 2026 public data.

What is the rental yield in Chippendale?

The indicative gross rental yield in Chippendale is 3.0%, based on a median weekly rent of $520 against a median price of $888,000. This is general data only — actual yields vary by property, condition and market timing.

How does Chippendale compare to other suburbs?

Use the suburb comparison tool to compare Chippendale against other Australian suburbs by price, yield, vacancy and renter demand.

Is Chippendale a safe suburb?

Chippendale shows above-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in NSW, based on 2024 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 89 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.

What schools are in Chippendale?

Chippendale has 1 known school, including Darlington Public School. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.

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