Dolls Point
Apartment density is the defining fact of Dolls Point: 1,633 residents occupy just 0.22 square kilometres, producing 7,412.6 people per square kilometre. The suburb is older than the national profile, with a median age of 44, or 4.0 years above national, while 35.3% of residents were born overseas, 13.7 percentage points above national. Its 69.7% apartment share creates a compact housing pattern compared with the lower-rise feel associated with nearby Sans Souci and Ramsgate. A 42.2% work-from-home rate and mortgage payments equal to 32.2% of household income reinforce the suburb's established, apartment-focused character.
Local council: Bayside (NSW)
Population
1,633
Median Age
44.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,708/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
3
Homebuyers need to start with dwelling type rather than a generic suburb median. Apartments account for 69.7% of homes, while separate houses are only 15.5% and semi-detached dwellings 14.8%; 60.0% of occupied dwellings have two bedrooms. Weekly rent is $451 and the monthly mortgage figure is $2,383, with mortgage repayments taking 32.2% of household income versus 26.4% for rent. Outright owners make up 30.9%, compared with 27.6% paying a mortgage and 40.1% renting. That mix suits buyers prioritising apartment choice and smaller floorplans, while households seeking detached homes face a narrower market than in lower-density suburbs.
For Buyers
Homebuyers need to start with dwelling type rather than a generic suburb median. Apartments account for 69.7% of homes, while separate houses are only 15.5% and semi-detached dwellings 14.8%; 60.0% of occupied dwellings have two bedrooms. Weekly rent is $451 and the monthly mortgage figure is $2,383, with mortgage repayments taking 32.2% of household income versus 26.4% for rent. Outright owners make up 30.9%, compared with 27.6% paying a mortgage and 40.1% renting. That mix suits buyers prioritising apartment choice and smaller floorplans, while households seeking detached homes face a narrower market than in lower-density suburbs.
For Investors
Investor conditions are shaped by a sizeable tenant base and a compact physical market. Renting households represent 40.1% of tenure, compared with 30.9% owning outright, creating a meaningful pool of potential tenants. Weekly rent is $451 and vacancy is 9.7%, so leasing demand should be tested against apartment-specific competition rather than assumed from density alone. The suburb recorded 5 development matters over 12 months, including a dual-occupancy proposal for 2 dwellings, indicating selective change rather than a large construction pipeline. Healthcare leads local employment at 17.1%, or 102 workers, ahead of Professional/Tech at 11.4%, or 68, supporting a service-oriented tenant base.
Development Activity
Total DAs
32
Last 12 Months
3
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-70.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
Dolls Point has an older and more internationally connected profile than national benchmarks. Median age is 44, 4.0 years above national, while 35.3% of residents were born overseas, 13.7 percentage points higher than national. University attainment is 36.4%, 6.3 points above national, and average household size is 2.1, or 0.4 below national, helping explain the apartment-heavy pattern. Greek ancestry is recorded for 257 people and Greek is the leading listed non-English language at 94, alongside Christianity at 993 and no religion at 350. Couples without children represent 42.4% of families, compared with 34.2% couples with children, while 21.3% are one-parent families.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
15.5%
Houses
14.8%
Townhouse
69.7%
Apartment
Tenure
The housing structure is strongly apartment-led: 69.7% of dwellings are apartments, versus 15.5% separate houses and 14.8% semi-detached homes. Two-bedroom dwellings account for 60.0%, while 26.0% have three bedrooms and 10.2% have four or more, so the stock is better suited to singles, couples and smaller households than to large families. Tenure is mixed, with 40.1% renting, 30.9% owning outright and 27.6% paying a mortgage. The $451 weekly rent sits alongside a 9.7% vacancy rate. Mortgage repayments reach $2,383 monthly and equal 32.2% of household income, higher than the 26.4% rent-to-income measure. Compared with nearby Sans Souci and Ramsgate, Dolls Point's 0.22 square kilometre footprint creates a more concentrated housing experience.
Mortgage / mo
$2,383
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $451.
$800
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $1,125 · units $700
HH Size
2.1
Personal Income / wk
$996
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
9.7%
Unoccupied
79
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
26.4%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
32.2% stressed
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
34.2%
Couples with children
42.4%
Couples, no children
21.3%
Single parent
427
Total families
Economy & Employment
Dolls Point's employment base leans toward health, professional services and practical trades. Healthcare is the largest industry at 17.1%, or 102 workers, followed by Professional/Tech at 11.4%, or 68, Construction at 9.7%, or 58, Retail at 8.6%, or 51, and Education at 8.1%, or 48. Occupations mirror that spread: Professionals number 221, Clerical/Admin 138, Managers 117, Trades 85 and Sales 80. The labour force totals 854 people, with a 60.4% participation rate and 5.4% unemployment; 59.3% of employed residents work full time. Household income is $1,708 weekly and sits at the 59.8th percentile. The 42.2% work-from-home rate adds support for apartments with practical home-office space.
Unemployment
5.4%
Labour Force
854
Unemployed
46
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
59.3%
Part-time
29.8%
Participation
60.4%
Employed
808
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
36.4%
Postgraduate
8.6%
Born Overseas
35.3%
Dwellings
736
Transport to Work
Daily convenience is likely to be car and home based. A 52.8% share of residents drove to work, compared with only 1.6% using public transport and 0.4% walking or cycling, while 42.2% worked from home. That pattern fits a compact but apartment-dominant suburb where residents may value local errands and private parking, yet should test commute routes rather than assume strong transit access. At 7,412.6 people per square kilometre across 0.22 square kilometres, the setting is much denser than a low-rise housing pattern. The median age of 44, 4.0 years above national, points to a more mature household profile. Families should check nearby school enrolment zones against the exact address.
Drive
52.8%
Public Transport
1.6%
Walk / Cycle
0.4%
Work from Home
42.2%
Growth Outlook
Growth appears incremental rather than redevelopment-led. Dolls Point recorded 5 development matters in the last 12 months, including a dual-occupancy proposal for 2 dwellings and a separate 1-dwelling alteration project. Against a population of 1,633 in only 0.22 square kilometres, even small projects can affect the local housing mix, although the volume is modest compared with a broad expansion area. Residential continuity is also notable: 74.0% of residents stayed at the same address, while turnover was 26.0%, suggesting change is more likely to come through apartment transactions, renovations and selective infill than wholesale churn. The 69.7% apartment share reinforces that pattern.
Population trend: Bayside (NSW) council area
Dolls Point sits in the Bayside (NSW) council area. These are the council area's residents, not Dolls Point's.
Residents 2025
187,770
Growth, 5 yr average
+1.3%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+0.9%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Dolls Point compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dolls Point a good suburb to live in?
Dolls Point can suit buyers wanting a dense apartment setting, with 69.7% apartments, 42.2% working from home and a median age of 44. It is less suitable for households seeking a broad detached-house choice, since separate houses account for only 15.5% of dwellings.
What is the median house price in Dolls Point?
Use recent settled sales for a current figure because Dolls Point is 69.7% apartments and only 15.5% separate houses. A house-only median may describe a smaller part of the market. The weekly rent benchmark is $451, but that is not a sale price.
What schools are in Dolls Point?
School planning should start with the exact address and enrolment zone. Dolls Point covers just 0.22 square kilometres, so families should compare nearby government and independent options carefully. A nearby campus may sit outside the suburb boundary and have different intake rules.
Is Dolls Point safe?
Safety should be assessed street by street rather than assumed from the suburb name. Dolls Point's compact 0.22 square kilometre area makes it practical to inspect locations in daylight and after dark, review recent local incidents, and speak with nearby residents before renting or buying.
Is Dolls Point good for property investment?
Dolls Point may suit an investor targeting apartment tenants: 40.1% of households rent, weekly rent is $451 and vacancy is 9.7%. Compared with the 30.9% owning outright, the renter share is substantial, but investors should allow for strata and mortgage costs. Five development matters in 12 months suggest selective infill.
How is Dolls Point's population changing?
Dolls Point currently has 1,633 residents. Population stability appears stronger than rapid churn, with 74.0% staying at the same address and turnover of 26.0%. Change is likely to be gradual and linked to apartment sales, renovations and small-scale development, including a 2-dwelling dual-occupancy proposal.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).
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