Chatswood
Chatswood stands out as a prime investment location, situated just 10km from Sydney’s CBD with excellent transport connections and comprehensive amenities including shopping centers, schools, and hospitals. The suburb’s strong market fundamentals are evidenced by its consistent capital growth of 5.5% annually, high rental yields of 3.8% for units, and low vacancy rate of 2.1%, making it an attractive choice for property investors seeking long-term value growth in a vibrant, multicultural community.
Chatswood
Suburb Profile Checklist
1. Basic Information
| Suburb Name | Chatswood |
|---|---|
| Postcode | 2067 |
| Local Government Area (LGA) | City of Willoughby |
| Distance from Sydney CBD | 10km (20 minutes by train) |
| Nearby suburbs | Roseville, Artarmon, Lane Cove, Willoughby |
2. Demographics & Lifestyle
✅ Population size: Approximately 25,000 residents
✅ Median age: 34 years
✅ Household types: Young professionals (45%), Families (35%), Students (20%)
✅ Languages spoken: English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean
✅ Education levels: Bachelor degree or higher (60%), Diploma/Certificate (25%), High school (15%)
✅ Lifestyle appeal: Vibrant CBD living, multicultural hub, shopping destination
3. Transport & Accessibility
✅ Train stations: Chatswood Station (T1 North Shore Line, Metro North West Line)
✅ Major bus routes: Multiple routes connecting to CBD, North Shore, and Northern Beaches
✅ Road access: Pacific Highway, direct access to M2 Motorway
✅ Commute time: 20 minutes to CBD via train
✅ Walkability score: 95/100 – Excellent walkability
✅ Bike infrastructure: Connected cycling network
4. Property Market Insights
✅ Median house price: $2.8M
✅ Median unit price: $950,000
✅ Rental yield: Houses 2.5%, Units 3.8%
✅ Annual price growth rate: 5.5%
✅ Vacancy rate: 2.1%
✅ Average days on market: 30 days
5. Education & Facilities
✅ Schools: Chatswood Public School, Chatswood High School, St Pius X College
✅ TAFE NSW Chatswood Campus
✅ Chatswood Library
✅ Multiple childcare centers and early learning facilities
6. Lifestyle & Amenities
✅ Westfield Chatswood, Chatswood Chase Shopping Centre
✅ The Concourse – performing arts venue and cultural hub
✅ Extensive Asian dining precinct
✅ Multiple fitness centers and gyms
✅ Chatswood Oval and sports facilities
✅ Beauchamp Park and other green spaces
7. Healthcare
✅ Royal North Shore Hospital (nearby)
✅ Multiple medical centers and specialist clinics
✅ Extensive allied health services
8. Safety & Liveability
✅ Below average crime rates
✅ Well-lit streets and public areas
✅ 24/7 security in major commercial areas
✅ High street activation and foot traffic
9. Development & Future Growth
✅ Ongoing high-rise residential developments
✅ Commercial office expansion
✅ Transport infrastructure improvements
✅ Retail precinct upgrades
10. Buyer Demand & Investment Appeal
✅ Strong demand from Asian investors
✅ High appeal to young professionals
✅ Premium location for property investment
✅ Consistent capital growth history
