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The Rocks
City in New South Wales, Australia
Overview
The Rocks is a lively, historic district on Sydney's harborfront, known for its preserved sandstone buildings, lively markets, and cultural attractions. Its cobblestoned lanes, pubs, and proximity to the city's greatest landmarks make it a must-visit for anyone in Sydney.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
New South Wales
Population
629
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-33.86°, 151.21°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
92
Female Safety
92
LGBTQ+ Safety
95
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$4,475
Local Cost
$3,133
Local Income
$4,300
Cashless
97
English
99
Temperature
18.7°C
Summer Avg
22.4°C
Winter Avg
14.5°C
Record High
39.9°C
Record Low
6.0°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
887 mm
Internet Speed
89 Mbps
Upload
74 Mbps
Latency
10 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
2565.0
Airport
RSE
Distance
5 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 176 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 92/100.
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