Mosman
NSW 2088 · Mosman
28,329 (2021) → 28,950 est. (2025) · Stable
Based on transport, liveability & education. Safety is scored separately below.
Mosman is a stable suburb in Mosman, NSW 2088, about 6km from Sydney CBD. Its median house price of $6.00M is more expensive than the NSW average. The suburb has 10 schools, a transport score of 76/100, and is a short drive from the coast. Mosman has an overall score of 88/100, based on transport, liveability and education, plus a separate residential safety score of 100/100.
Demographics
Age distribution
ATO 2023-24, postcode 2088 area — postcode-level, not suburb-specific.
Top countries of birth: England (8.53%), China (2.54%), New Zealand (2.54%), South Africa (1.8%), USA (1.75%)
Top languages: Mandarin (2.95%), Spanish (1.15%), French (1.06%), Cantonese (1.04%), Italian (0.78%)
Source: ABS Census 2021
Property
Median price history
Source: NSW Valuer General · Updated Q1 2026
Residential Safety
Recorded residential incidents (latest year), with rate per 100,000 residents:
Includes street and public-place assaults — supplementary context, not part of the safety score.
Residential incidents over time
Sum of the five residential categories above — not all recorded crime.
Area crime context
An independent score — crime data quality varies by state, so safety is shown separately and is not part of the overall score.
Source: BOCSAR · Updated March 2026
Schools
Outstanding school access
Top 20% nationally — strong, high-ICSEA schools nearby with genuine choice. An excellent suburb for families prioritising education.
Average ICSEA of schools within 10km 1129 (above the national average of 1000).
In suburb
- Mosman Church of England Preparatory SchoolPrimary · IndependentICSEA 1206
- Sacred Heart Catholic Primary SchoolPrimary · CatholicICSEA 1189
- Blessed Sacrament Catholic Primary SchoolPrimary · CatholicICSEA 1188
- QueenwoodCombined · IndependentICSEA 1172
- Middle Harbour Public SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1162
- Mosman Public SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1157
- Beauty Point Public SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1154
- Mosman High SchoolSecondary · GovernmentICSEA 1126
- Queenwood, Art and Design CampusCombined · Independent
- Queenwood Junior SchoolPrimary · Independent
Nearby (within 10km)
- SCECGS Redlands - Murdoch campusCombined · Independent · 1.6km
- SCECGS RedlandsCombined · Independent · 1.6kmICSEA 1190
- Neutral Bay Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.3kmICSEA 1169
- Cameragal Montessori School, Neutral Bay CampusPrimary · Independent · 2.7km
- Balgowlah Heights Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 2.9kmICSEA 1177
- Northbridge Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 3kmICSEA 1181
- Anzac Park Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 3.1kmICSEA 1147
- Cammeray Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 3.2kmICSEA 1168
- Loreto KirribilliCombined · Independent · 3.3kmICSEA 1189
- Wenona SchoolCombined · Independent · 3.3kmICSEA 1187
- North Sydney Boys High SchoolSecondary · Government · 3.4kmICSEA 1195
- St Philip Neri Catholic Primary SchoolPrimary · Catholic · 3.4kmICSEA 1170
Source: ACARA MySchool · Updated 2025
Transport
Source: TfNSW GTFS
Employment & Economy
Top local industries
Source: DEWR SALM / ABS Census 2021 · Updated SALM Mar 2026 / 2021 Census
Liveability
Amenities within 2–3km
Counted within a short distance of the suburb centre (so nearby facilities count), with the in-boundary count shown beneath.
In this suburb
Source: Bureau of Meteorology · OpenStreetMap · Healthdirect NHSD (via Geoscience Australia)
Fitness
Limited facilities
Below average — fewer fitness options nearby, so you may need to travel to a gym or pool.
Facilities within 3km of the suburb centre. The Fitness Score is a national percentile of these counts per resident.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Outdoors
Mostly urban
Very little parkland or outdoor recreation in and around this suburb.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Outdoor Score is a national percentile led by parks and green space.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Culture
Some cultural venues
Around the national average — a handful of cultural venues, with more on offer a short trip away.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Culture Score is a national percentile weighting theatres, museums, galleries, libraries and arts centres most heavily.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Entertainment Scene
Quiet area
Pretty light on licensed venues. Good for peace and quiet; less so for spontaneous nights out.
View nearby venues on the Entertainment Map →
Source: Liquor & Gaming NSW · Updated June 2024
Childcare
Limited options
Below average for childcare access — fewer services nearby, and families may need to travel further for preferred options.
View childcare centres on the map →
Source: ACECQA National Quality Framework Register · Updated July 2026
Aged Care
Government-subsidised aged care services located in this suburb. Star Ratings are the official ratings for residential aged care homes.
Source: Dept of Health, Disability and Ageing · Updated May 2026 Star Ratings
Places of Worship
Mapped places of worship within 3km of the suburb centre, grouped by religion where recorded. Community mapping may not capture every congregation.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Population & Growth
StableSource: ABS ERP & NSW DPHI
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Frequently asked questions about Mosman
Is Mosman safe?
Mosman has a residential safety score of 100/100, based on residential crime (break-ins, theft from dwellings, vehicle theft, domestic assault and robbery) per resident relative to the NSW median. Its total recorded incident rate is 2,499 per 100,000 across all categories.
What are property prices in Mosman?
In Mosman, the median house price is $6.00M and the median unit price is $1.31M. Median weekly house rent is $2,100.
How far is Mosman from Sydney CBD?
Mosman is about 6.0 km from Sydney CBD, an estimated 30 minutes by public transport.
What schools are in Mosman?
Mosman has 10 schools, with an average ICSEA of 1169 (the national average is 1000). Schools are listed factually, not ranked.
What is public transport like in Mosman?
Mosman has a transport score of 76/100 and 204 bus stops.