Chippendale, New South Wales — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Chippendale, in the Council Of The City Of Sydney local government area.
| Locality | Chippendale |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Council Of The City Of Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -33.88621 |
| Longitude | 151.2001 |
| Population | 7,803 |
| Density | 16963.0 /km² |
| Area | 0.5 km² |
| Elevation | 21 m |
| Postcode | 2008 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 2 km south-southwest |
Chippendale is a locality in the Council Of The City Of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 7,803. The locality covers an area of 0.5 km², giving a population density of about 16963.0 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 21 m above sea level. It lies approximately 2 km south-southwest of Sydney. Chippendale is located at 33.8862°S, 151.2001°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2008.
Chippendale, a Sydney suburb, hums with a quiet intensity, its terraces and warehouses now housing a vibrant mix of residents and businesses. It lies 2.2 km south-south-west of Sydney, NSW (from Sydney, NSW: bearing 204°T), and is situated 7.7 km north-north-west of Maroubra. The landscape here is a gentle descent from the city's higher reaches, a tapestry of brick and concrete softened by the occasional splash of green from pocket parks and the dappled sunlight that filters through the leaves of mature street trees. The air often carries the faint, salty tang of the harbour, a constant reminder of its proximity to the vast expanse of water that defines Sydney, and the terracotta roofs, when caught by the late afternoon sun, glow with a warmth that seems to hold the day's accumulated light.
Once the domain of industry and commerce, Chippendale's character has been profoundly reshaped by waves of urban renewal and a burgeoning creative spirit. Its history is etched in the sturdy bones of its Victorian-era buildings, many of which once served the city's burgeoning manufacturing and warehousing needs, their imposing facades now repurposed into trendy apartments, galleries, and bustling eateries. The local economy has shifted from its industrial past to one driven by knowledge work, arts, and hospitality, attracting a diverse population drawn to its walkable streets and the palpable sense of urban energy. A notable feature is the enduring presence of established institutions, contributing to Chippendale's reputation as a hub for learning and culture, creating a lively, intellectual atmosphere that permeates the neighbourhood.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Chippendale, New South Wales with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Chippendale, in the Council Of The City Of Sydney local government area.
Detailed location data for Chippendale includes the postcode (2008), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Council Of The City Of Sydney), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Chippendale is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |