Living and Studying in Alexandria

Alexandria is an industrial-residential suburb located south of Sydney, around 5 kilometres from the central business district. There are many prominent buildings, tourist attractions and things to see here including the Sydney Corporate Park. While a major part of the suburb is industrial, there is plenty of residential area with affordable accommodation options for students. The suburb is rather peaceful yet trendy and has many beautiful parks and recreational facilities for students to unwind when not studying or attending classes.

Living in Alexandria, NSW

Alexandria, situated south of Sydney’s CBD, blends history with contemporary charm. While most of the industrial suburb is filled with car dealerships, shops, warehouses, and offices, a separate part of it has leafy lanes containing beautiful terraced row houses and quaint apartments. The neighbourhood boasts many exciting culinary gems like The Grounds at Alexandria as well as stunning natural gardens like Sydney Park, a sprawling green space with a tranquil atmosphere and diverse recreational facilities. Alexandria Park has sports fields and playgrounds for kids. With proximity to the CBD and a friendly community, Alexandria is a wonderful place for young professionals, students and families seeking an affordable yet trendy lifestyle. It’s bordered by Redfern, Zetland, Mascot, Beaconsfield, St. Peters, Erskineville and Waterloo suburbs.

The suburb is around 4.3 km from the Sydney CBD, a 15-30 minute drive by car or 15-20 minutes by bus or train.

Schools & Colleges in and around Alexandria

Many top schools, colleges and institutions are located within a 10-kilometre radius of Alexandria, including the famous University of Sydney, which is only around 4 kilometres from the suburb. Some popular institutions near Alexandria include

Alexandria Park Community School – a government-controlled school offering secondary and primary education, located at Park Road, Alexandria.

NATIONAL FASHION COLLEGE – 1 kilometre from Sydney Park

Coco Republic Design School – a prominent design school and store offering classes for people of all ages – located at O’Riordan St, Alexandria

Scots English College – one of the best English language schools in Sydney, located at Central Ave, Eveleigh NSW

Sydney University – Top university in Sydney and Australia, offering 450+ courses across 10+ disciplines. About 3 kilometres from Sydney Park

Other local schools and training centres include Endota Wellness College, William Angliss Institute, Village Nation and Australasian College of Asian Aesthetics Pty Ltd

Things to do and places to see

Alexandria is a vibrant neighbourhood with a friendly community and great historical significance. Whether you’re a history buff looking to explore some heritage buildings or a foodie looking for exciting cafes, restaurants and pubs to satisfy your tastebuds, Alexandria has you covered.

The Grounds of Alexandria: A wonderful place to eat, shop and socialise. Explore its organic gardens and an animal farm.

Mecca Alexandria: One of the few places to find freshly roasted coffee in Alexandria.

Three Blue Ducks – A popular fine-dining restaurant

Shop antiques at Lunatiques

Shop gourmet at Simon Johnson Providore

Unwind, picnic or play at Sydney Park. One of the Best Parks in Alexandria, it encompasses a 40-hectare green space with walking trails, wetlands, fitness facilities, barbecues, and a kids’ playground.

Explore heritage-listed sites and landmarks such as Green Square Library, Yiu Ming Temple and Sydney Corporate Park.

Accommodation and Community

Alexandria has a variety of houses and accommodation options suitable for everyone. Depending on your budget and preferences, you can choose from shared houses, apartments, flats, cottages, or college hostels.

Rent depends on the type of the property and its location, but it’s much more affordable than Sydney Centre and still very accessible from all parts of the city. (see transportation)

The top residential areas include Belmont St, Henderson Rd, Phillips Street & Wyndham Street, as per ratings by locals. Sydney Park hosts many community events throughout the year.