Darling Street

584 votes

Running from Rozelle to Balmain East, tree-lined Darling Street packs artisan bakeries, small-bar nightlife and Federation shopfronts into one walkable strip. Saturday markets, live-music pubs and heritage terraces draw foodies and creatives, ensuring properties near this beloved high street rarely linger on the market.

2

Bay Run

264 votes

The 7-kilometre harbourside loop around Iron Cove buzzes dawn to dusk with joggers, cyclists and dog-walkers chasing water views minus traffic lights. Fitness stations, playgrounds and cafés at both ends make healthy living effortless and lift the appeal of homes fronting the foreshore.

3

Booth Street

209 votes

Centred on the Annandale village crossroads, Booth Street blends specialty grocers, vintage vinyl and brunch hot-spots in heritage façades. Frequent buses and wide bike lanes give residents a car-free commute to the CBD while weekend street festivals keep community vibes high.

4

Sydney Harbour Bridge

148 votes

Iconic steel arches sit five minutes away via the City West Link, gifting locals postcard vistas on the daily commute. The BridgeClimb experience, New Year’s fireworks and harbourside cycleway add world-class recreation to Leichhardt’s doorstep without the tourist crowds at home.

5

Leichhardt Green

124 votes

This master-planned precinct off Norton Street combines contemporary apartments with landscaped courtyards, rooftop BBQ decks and on-site childcare. Walk-through laneways link directly to cafés, gyms and express city buses, making it a magnet for young professionals and downsizers seeking low-maintenance Inner West living.

6

Mort Bay Park

71 votes

Converted from a former shipyard, this harbourside green frames sweeping Harbour Bridge views, off-leash lawns and a nautical-themed playground. Sunrise boot-camps meet sunset picnic rugs here, reinforcing Balmain’s coveted balance of village charm and sparkling waterfront recreation.

7

Rozelle Bay

65 votes

Kayakers glide past working wharves while dogs splash in shallow coves at Rozelle Bay’s revitalised foreshore. The nearby light-rail stop and freshly planted Glebe Foreshore Walk stitch together multiple suburbs, offering active transport links and prized water views without Eastern Suburbs price tags.

8

Parramatta Road

58 votes

Love it or leave it, Parramatta Road delivers big-box retail, trade supplies and bus lanes whisking commuters to Central in ten minutes. Ongoing revitalisation plans promise new cycle paths, tree plantings and mixed-use precincts, hinting at capital-growth upside for adjoining character terraces.

9

Anzac Bridge

56 votes

The cable-stay gateway to the Inner West offers panoramic harbour sunsets for cyclists and motorists alike. Dedicated bike lanes and 24-hour bus priority shrink the CBD commute to under eight minutes, giving Leichhardt residents location bragging rights without inner-city density.

10

White Bay

48 votes

Set to transform from industrial docks to a new Metro-linked tech precinct, White Bay promises waterfront promenades, jobs and eateries minutes from Balmain’s pubs. Early buyers eye the long-term uplift as disused wharves morph into Sydney’s next innovation hub.

11

Callan Park

45 votes

Hundreds of heritage-listed buildings dot 60 hectares of rolling lawns and riverfront ovals at Callan Park. Community gardens, dog-friendly paths and weekend art classes give locals a vast backyard, while upcoming restoration works will further cement its status as the Inner West’s green heart.

12

Punch Park

45 votes

Tucked behind Darling Street, Punch Park’s floodlit courts host social netball and twilight basketball beneath grand fig trees. Kids’ playgrounds, BBQ shelters and community herb beds turn quick visits into neighbourhood gatherings, fostering the strong sense of local connection Balmain is famous for.

13

Rozelle Village

36 votes

Antique emporiums, foodie-loved pubs and the bustling weekend markets give Rozelle Village a bohemian pulse. Proximity to Victoria Road bus corridors and the proposed Metro West station hint at future convenience boosts alongside already excellent coffee credentials.

14

Birchgrove Oval

35 votes

Birthplace of rugby league in 1908, Birchgrove Oval now hosts junior footy, sunset boot-camps and dog meet-ups under towering eucalypts. Adjoining pocket beaches, ferry wharf and charcoal BBQs make it a weekend staple for families craving open space with postcard harbour views.

15

Mort Bay

28 votes

Calm waters sheltered from ferry wash make Mort Bay ideal for paddle-boarding and learner sailing. Quarry-hewn cliffs and converted shipyard walls tell maritime stories, while the adjacent Balmain Wharf delivers 12-minute ferry rides to Barangaroo—harbour living without the CBD noise.

16

Leichhardt Marketplace

27 votes

Anchored by two majors and 60 specialty stores, this convenient centre covers mid-week essentials in one undercover swoop. A medical hub, pilates studio and ample parking reduce weekday stress, freeing residents to enjoy Norton Street’s restaurants when the weekend rolls in.

17

City West Link

25 votes

Acting as Leichhardt’s fast lane to the CBD and Parramatta, the City West Link halves peak-hour drives compared with Victoria Road. Upcoming WestConnex surface upgrades promise quieter local streets and better cycling connections, likely lifting liveability and long-term property values.

18

Whites Creek Valley Park

25 votes

Once a concrete stormwater channel, Whites Creek now flows through community gardens, wetlands and an off-leash dog corridor. Boardwalks teach kids about urban ecology, while the adjoining skate bowl and BBQs create a relaxed meeting spot for all ages.

19

Victoria Road

25 votes

Main thoroughfare and 24-hour bus artery, Victoria Road guarantees express links to Parramatta and the city. New dedicated cycleways and tree planting plans aim to soften its traffic footprint, offering residents speedy connectivity alongside improving streetscape appeal.

20

Balmain Village

20 votes

Heritage cottages, hip wine bars and cosy bookstores cram the peninsula’s ridgeline, where harbour glimpses peek between terrace roofs. Annual festivals spill live music and food stalls onto the streets, underscoring Balmain’s enviable mix of history, community and culinary flair.

Area Hotlist — Leichhardt NSW