Pyrmont sits at the edge of the Sydney CBD, located just 2 kilometres south-west, and is one of four suburbs around the CBD that have the highest population densities in Australia - more than 13,000 residents per square kilometre. This area also boasts 3,458 businesses according to the Australian Bureau of Statistic.
Formerly an industrial waterfront with wharves, shipbuilding yards, factories and wool stores, Pyrmont in now a thriving hub for the tech and entertainment industries with an accompanying strong residential sector.
Sitting at about 100 hectares in size, Pyrmont offers a thriving mix of densely populated residential areas and commercial businesses. Destinations such as the Star Casino, Sydney’s historic fish market, Powerhouse Museum and the National Maritime Museum are all located next door in the famous Darling Harbour tourist precinct.
Some of Sydney’s best restaurants and bars are also found in Pyrmont, including the Harlequin Inn, Sugaroom, Baraka, Flying Fish, and Gallon. For those looking to set up shop here, a large number of advertising, digital and radio companies have offices in Pyrmont. Companies like Google, Accenture Technology Solutions, Fairfax Media, Channel 7, Network 10, Nova, Nickelodeon all call this area home. Some of the other industries that have a strong presence there are financial and professional services.
If you are considering a move to Pyrmont, you and your staff can use Dulwich Hill line on Sydney’s Light Rail or Pyrmont Bay Ferry Wharf to access Pyrmont. You can also take advantage of close proximity to the famous Pyrmont Bridge, a swing bridge for pedestrians and cyclists or the Western Distributor which passes through the suburb and provides a connection to the city and then to the North Shore via the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Your business and suppliers will also be able to park in one of 7 parking stations.
If you are interested in moving your business here or investing, Commercial Property Guide has a large range of properties available to buy or rent in Pyrmont.
Note: The information provided above is true and accurate at the time of publishing.