Sydney

🇦🇺Australia•Oceania

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living85

Safety76

Healthcare82

Career Opportunities86

Climate78

Transport91

Air Quality74

Family Friendliness79.33

Education86

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Sydney a good place to live?

Sydney scores 82/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 85/100), very safe (safety: 76/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 82/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Sydney?

Sydney has a cost of living score of 85/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Sydney?

Sydney has a transport score of 91/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Sydney?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Sydney are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Sydney safe for expats?

Sydney has a safety score of 76/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 74/100.

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