Darlinghurst, 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 Darlinghurst, in the Council Of The City Of Sydney local government area.
| Locality | Darlinghurst |
| 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 | -33.8794 |
| Longitude | 151.21899 |
| Population | 12,073 |
| Density | 13877.0 /km² |
| Area | 0.9 km² |
| Elevation | 53 m |
| Postcode | 2010 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 2 km southeast |
Darlinghurst is a locality in the Council Of The City Of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of 12,073. The locality covers an area of 0.9 km², giving a population density of about 13877.0 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 53 m above sea level. It lies approximately 2 km southeast of Sydney. Darlinghurst is located at 33.8794°S, 151.2190°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2010.
Darlinghurst rises from the eastern edge of Sydney's central business district, a vibrant tapestry of terraces and bustling streets that spill towards the shimmering waters of the harbour. It lies 1.5 km south-south-east of Sydney, NSW (from Sydney, NSW: bearing 147°T), and is situated 7.7 km north-north-west of Maroubra. The terrain here is a gentle, undulating rise, a series of slopes that offer glimpses of the vast blue expanse and the iconic bridge arching across it. Sunlight, particularly in the late afternoon, casts a warm, honeyed glow on the sandstone facades and wrought-iron lacework of its older buildings, imbuing the neighbourhood with a timeless elegance. The air, even far from the immediate coast, carries a faint, salty tang, a whisper of the ocean that shapes so much of this city's character. Pedestrian traffic flows with a lively, purposeful cadence, a constant hum of activity that speaks of a place alive and ever-moving.
This locality, historically a gateway for migrants and a crucible of artistic and bohemian expression, retains a distinctive cultural character. Its streets echo with the stories of generations who have made Darlinghurst their home, drawn by its proximity to work and its burgeoning social scene. Once a district of grand Victorian homes, many have been meticulously restored, while others have been sensitively redeveloped to accommodate the demands of modern living. The local economy thrives on a diverse mix of retail, hospitality, and creative industries, with independent boutiques, lively cafes, and intimate performance spaces contributing to its unique flavour. Darlinghurst’s close proximity to major cultural institutions and its reputation for fostering innovation have cemented its place as a dynamic and essential part of Sydney's urban heart.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Darlinghurst, 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 Darlinghurst, in the Council Of The City Of Sydney local government area.
Detailed location data for Darlinghurst includes the postcode (2010), 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 Darlinghurst 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. |