Oatley, Sydney

Oatley · 17.5 km to the city center (Sydney)

Oatley, St George, Sydney, Georges River Council, New South Wales, 2223, Australia

Scores

Overall8.2Excellent

Located far from the city of Sydney, this address is a leafy suburban enclave. It is very safe, highly walkable, and offers excellent public transport options.

Walkability8.3/10 Excellent
Public transport8.1/10 Excellent
Safety8.7/10 Excellent
Nightlife1.0/10 Very little
Quiet6.0/10 Fair

Safety by day 8.8/10, at night 8.7/10.

About Oatley

Leafy suburban enclave on the Georges River with a village-style center, waterfront reserves, and bushland around Oatley Park. Streets feel residential and calm, with local cafes and restaurants rather than a big commercial strip.

Good for

  • families
  • couples
  • quiet seekers
  • nature lovers
  • foodies

Less suited to

  • nightlife seekers
  • business travelers
  • budget travelers
  • students
  • digital nomads

Watch out for

  • Train and car access are useful; check commute times if you rely on frequent trips to the CBD.
  • Foreshore and park areas are pleasant but can feel isolated after dark.
  • Shopping and nightlife are limited compared with inner Sydney.

Sources

Getting around

  • Mulga Rd before Woronora Pde Bus, 190 m
  • Mulga Rd at Waratah St Bus, 230 m
  • Mulga Rd at Myall St Bus, 260 m
  • Douglas Haig St at Gungah Bay Rd Bus, 330 m
  • Mulga Rd at River Rd Bus, 350 m

17.5 km to the city center (Sydney).

What's nearby

Groceries

  • Coles Oatley West 190 m
  • Oatley Village Pie Shop 550 m
  • Oatley Clock Butchery 560 m
  • IGA 580 m

Restaurants

  • Lee Hing Chinese Restaurant 560 m
  • CJ's Tasty Chickens 570 m

Cafés

  • Edmonds and Greer 160 m
  • Avenue Cafe 550 m

Bars and pubs

  • Oatley Hotel 580 m

Health

  • Mullanes Pharmacy 230 m

Parks

  • Myrtle Street Road Closure Reserve 250 m
  • Boongarra Reserve 390 m
  • Stevens Reserve 440 m
  • Boorea Reserve 440 m