Vaucluse, 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 Vaucluse, in the Woollahra Municipal Council local government area.
| Locality | Vaucluse |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Woollahra Municipal Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -33.85577 |
| Longitude | 151.27649 |
| Population | 9,205 |
| Density | 2998.4 /km² |
| Area | 3.1 km² |
| Elevation | 58 m |
| Postcode | 2030 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 6 km east-northeast |
Vaucluse is a locality in the Woollahra Municipal Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 9,205. The locality covers an area of 3.1 km², giving a population density of about 2998.4 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 58 m above sea level. It lies approximately 6 km east-northeast of Sydney. Vaucluse is located at 33.8558°S, 151.2765°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2030.
Vaucluse unfolds as a sculpted haven where the land meets the sea, its character defined by sweeping harbour vistas and the dappled sunlight filtering through mature trees. It lies 4.4 km south-east of Mosman, NSW (from Mosman, NSW: bearing 134°T), and is situated 6.3 km east-north-east of Sydney. The terrain, a gentle undulation of sandstone ridges, gives way to sheltered coves and dramatic cliff faces that plunge towards the restless blue of the Pacific. A palpable sense of calm pervades the air, a quiet dignity that whispers of established homes and gardens overflowing with native and exotic flora. Even the breeze carries a salty tang, a constant reminder of the ocean's proximity, while the distant hum of city life is softened to a murmur, a counterpoint to the closer sounds of bird song and the lapping of waves.
The history of Vaucluse is deeply entwined with the early colonial aspirations of Sydney, its land once part of vast pastoral estates that stretched towards the coast. The imposing Vaucluse House stands as a magnificent testament to the ambition of its former occupants, an elegant gothic revival mansion that now serves as a window into a bygone era of landed gentry and grand living. The local economy, long since shifted from its agricultural roots, now centres on its desirability as a prestigious residential enclave, its value amplified by its proximity to the city and its unparalleled natural beauty. Small pockets of commerce cater to the neighbourhood's needs, but the enduring allure of Vaucluse lies in its serene atmosphere, its well-preserved heritage, and the enduring draw of its magnificent harbour frontage, a precious inheritance for those who call it home.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Vaucluse, 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 Vaucluse, in the Woollahra Municipal Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Vaucluse includes the postcode (2030), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Woollahra Municipal Council), 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 Vaucluse 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. |