Waverley
Waverley is one of NSW's top-performing councils, ranking =1st of 128 and strongest on community services.
"Bondi and beyond — Sydney's most iconic beachside municipality"
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New South Wales · metro council · Pop. 72,857
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
74 out of 100
#1 of 34 metro councils in NSW
#1 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 66/100 |
| Community Services | 93/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 67/100 |
| Core Operations | 72/100 |
What This Means For You
Among metropolitan councils, Waverley performs strongest in Community Services (scoring 93 out of 100 against peers). Performance in Sustainability is moderate, scoring 66 out of 100 against peers.
What Makes This Place Unique
Bondi and beyond — Sydney's most iconic beachside municipality
Waverley covers Bondi Beach, Bronte, Tamarama, and the surrounding eastern suburbs clifftop communities. Bondi is globally famous, but the quieter beaches and cliff walks between them are the real treasure.
Known For
- Bondi Beach — Australia's most famous beach
- Bondi to Coogee coastal walk
- Bronte Beach and its ocean pool
- Bondi Markets and vibrant café culture
Living Here
Waverley offers a unique blend of beach culture and inner-city proximity. It's expensive, parking is painful, and Bondi gets crowded — but the coastal lifestyle is genuinely world-class.
Hidden Gem
Tamarama Beach — locals call it 'Glamarama' — a tiny, beautiful cove between Bondi and Bronte that's far less crowded.