Suburb comparison
Drummoyne vs Five Dock — which Sydney suburb suits you?
The key differences: Drummoyne commands a $249K premium on median property price over Five Dock; Five Dock has more schools within the postcode. The table below covers all available metrics.
Last refreshed April 2026 (most cards). Per-card sources show exact dates.
Canada Bay
Drummoyne
2047
Canada Bay
Five Dock
2046
Choose Drummoyne if...
- You are renting first and want lower weekly outgoings
- Drummoyne leads on 3 of the 5 head-to-head metrics
Choose Five Dock if...
- You want a lower entry price for a house
- School options within walking distance matter
Common questions
- Is Drummoyne or Five Dock more expensive?
- Drummoyne has the higher median house price ($2.85M) compared with $2.60M in Five Dock.
- Which is better for renters — Drummoyne or Five Dock?
- Median weekly rent is $820/wk in Drummoyne and $850/wk in Five Dock, making Drummoyne the more affordable rental market.
- Is Drummoyne or Five Dock at higher flood risk?
- Flood mapping coverage varies by postcode — see the flood risk pages for both suburbs for authoritative NSW data.
- How many schools are in Drummoyne vs Five Dock?
- Drummoyne has 1 school in the postcode, and Five Dock has 4. Note that school catchments can extend across postcode boundaries.
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