Dover Heights Suburb Profile

Perched on a clifftop above the Pacific Ocean, Dover Heights has spectacular views of Sydney Harbour and the city skyline. This coastal suburb is one of the most affluent and desirable in the Eastern Suburbs. Locals love the leisurely, peaceful pace of life and being just a hop, skip and a jump from Bondi, Rose Bay and Vaucluse.
Dover Heights Suburb Profile
Living in Dover Heights
The Locals

Living in Dover Heights offers a prime, private location with breathtaking views, making it a true gem of the Eastern Suburbs. It provides a laid-back lifestyle, away from the crowds that fill other coastal areas—residents appreciate coming home to the peace and quiet. Those living in Dover Heights take full advantage of the stunning surroundings, enjoying long, leisurely coastal walks and relaxing or exercising in the suburb’s green spaces. Raleigh Reserve is dog-friendly, while Dudley Page Reserve, with its panoramic views, is especially popular at sunrise and sunset. 

Dover Heights may have limited shopping and dining options, but that adds to its charm. The suburb is bordered by Rose Bay, Vaucluse, and lively Bondi Beach, so residents don’t have to travel far for a great meal. It’s a safe, friendly haven with a strong community spirit, which is why so many families choose to call Dover Heights home. For professionals, the CBD is just eight kilometers away, accessible by buses and trains from Bondi Junction, while the airport is a 30-minute drive, and Circular Quay is a 20-minute ferry ride from Rose Bay. 

Area Features

Federation Cliff Walk

Stretching five kilometres from Dover Heights to Watsons Bay, the Federation Cliff Walk is a scenic trail with views of the ocean and the sandstone cliffs that line the coast. It also takes walkers past parklands and the Macquarie Lighthouse before ending at Robertson Park, a popular picnic spot.

Dudley Page Reserve

When it comes to parks, Dudley Page Reserve has it all a playground, bike track, cricket pitch, outdoor gym area and plenty of green space. Its main calling card is uninterrupted views of the Sydney skyline – a reminder of how lucky we are to live in this city!

Dover Heights is a popular spot for couples and families with school - age children to settle down. There’s a community preschool, and a thriving Jewish community, which is supported by the two Jewish schools in the suburb. There are other schooling options in nearby suburbs like Rose Bay and Bondi. Kids aside, Dover Heights is also home to many older families, empty nesters and a smattering of retirees who enjoy the suburb’s convenient location as well as its leisurely lifestyle. 

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