Summer Hill, NSW 2130

It’s a lovely community with few exceptions. I live in the Flour Mill development and what a joy it’s been. Our strata fees fund and maintain a picturesque playground/park called Harvest Park that way too many of the local
snobs/NIMBYs seem to particularly enjoy frequenting. I make a point of pointing this out when I come across those who, almost without exception, seem to live in small, damp, mouldy terraces or old worker’s cottages which are in need of demolishing or proper TLC. The Flour Mill development has made a 120sqm, 3-bed, 2-bath unit with a secure car park in a location that’s desirable affordable to buy for average families. In our building, there are a few of us whose children attend elite private schools (PLC, SCEGGS, Newington, Sydney Grammar) so perhaps the local fake-woke snobs should wake up to themselves. 😂. I mean, we see you using our taxpayers’ monies dragging yourselves off to one very over-subscribed local public school (SH Public). You ain’t got nothing to be haughty about. 🤦🏻‍♀️.

The real great pity is that some locals are real NIMBYs and snobs. They’re determined to ruin the sense of achievement and community that we all have worked hard for.

The wonderful benefits of living in here — well-connected close to various public transport modes (light rail, trains, buses). Not too far from the Sydney CBD and all the major museums, galleries, theatres. Lots of nearby parks and green spaces. The Flour Mill markets and The Little Big House (thank you to the Flour Mill development, and you’re welcome, local NIMBYs). Proximity to some of the best schools (PLC Croydon, Meriden, MLC, Newington). Lots of decent cafes and places to gather.

I’m not a local in Summer Hill but I was recommended to check out the Sunday markets. The markets had amazing food stalls and handmade accessories, and the people there were super nice and friendly. It is such a quiet and lovely community.

There was a sausage sizzle event a couple of weeks ago outside The Little Big House, which I stumbled across as I was stopping by to visit a friend in Summer Hill and I was delighted to have met the friendly people there and to my delight that there is an organisation that prompts connecting with others.

I’m a local in Summer Hill and I work from home, I needed a new space to work and out of my house and I came across The Little Big House which has co-working Mondays! The place was clean and nice, the volunteers and other WFH workers were welcoming and really nice.

I’m a local in Flour Mill Communities and I stumbled across The Little Big House in Summer Hill, I was curious as to what it was, I was greeted by people who welcomed me to join the space. The space was very nice, clean, and inviting. Everyone was really friendly, and I highly recommended that you give the house a visit.

My friend who lives in Summer Hill introduced me to Flour Mill Markets that happen every 1st and 3rd Sunday from 9am – 1pm, the markets are full of baked goods, food stalls and handmade goodies, the people there are so nice! I recommend checking out the markets in Summer Hill, it’s not far from the city.

I live in Summer Hill and it is a quiet village in the inner west of Sydney despite it being close to the city. There is a venue called The Little BIG house where locals can connect and get to know each other, I made some new friends there.

Nothing short of exceptional! The warmth and hospitality that we felt from this community made us feel right at home.

Visits to the Little BIG House are a must. The atmosphere is always cozy and inviting. Plus points on the charming ambiance that perfectly complemented the vibrant community spirit of Summer Hill. The events hosted here showcase a diverse range of activities that cater to every interest. Kudos to the volunteers who run this space!

The community's dedication to making Summer Hill a great place to live in is truly commendable and sets this suburb apart from everywhere else in NSW!

This area is a hidden gem that deserves all the praise and recognition it receives. We can't wait to return and create more cherished memories in this delightful haven.

Highly recommended!

Living in Summer Hill has been a delightful experience. This suburb in Sydney’s Inner West combines heritage charm with modern conveniences, making it perfect for families, young professionals, and retirees. It's incredibly walkable, with wide, tree-lined streets and all the cafés, restaurants, and shops just a short stroll away. The parks, like Darrell Jackson Gardens, offer beautiful spots to relax. Getting around is a breeze with the Summer Hill railway station providing frequent trains to the CBD and beyond, plus several bus routes and easy road access. The friendly community is one of Summer Hill’s best features, with welcoming neighbours and local events that bring everyone together. It’s a vibrant, inclusive place that strikes the perfect balance between historical charm and modern living, making it an ideal suburb to call home.

Lovely mix of outer CBD suburb and vibrant inner CBD suburb features, all topped off with a great local community.

Summer Hill is a charming suburb with rich history and a vibrant community spirit. One of its standout features is the Little BIG House, a beloved community hub that encourages the suburb's friendly and welcoming nature. This space hosts a variety of activities, from monthly self-care workshops, board games, yoga, beer tastings and plenty more - all to bring the community together. Summer Hillians are known for their warmth and hospitality, making it a delightful place to visit and live. Whether you're attending an event at the Little BIG House or simply strolling through the neighborhood, you'll quickly feel at home in this close-knit community.

Located close to the city, Summer Hill's village atmosphere feels a world away. It's a small charming suburb filled with heritage style homes and a friendly neighbourhood.
It boasts many restaurants and bars, where you can experience dining at its finest and relax with a glass of wine. Whether it be a meal or a drink in a sun-filled outdoor bar minus the crowds of other busier locations.
The village centre has all the conveniences including a small grocery store, essential services, and boutique shops. The surrounding suburbs are lively which makes it an oasis within a vibrant and busy area. It boasts many parks and playgrounds that are great for families.
The train from Summer Hill Railway Station travels to the CBD in no time with regular transport services with both trains and bus routes in the area. It has character and charm that makes it an appealing place to live. "Jamie Zimmermann - Sales Agent Summer Hill - Zimmermann Agency".

A village square with a fountain (and a large car park behind), a "Supa IGA" that stocks a huge variety of cheeses and imported hams, excellent independent butcher and fruit shop, Italian restaurants spilling out onto the footpath - Summer Hill is the epitome of gentrified inner west. There are enough reminders of the time when it was rougher to make it interesting, like the hulking industrial buildings facing onto the same village square. It's surrounded on three sides by less genteel suburbs (and a giant, cheap high rise development on the eastern edge), but for the most part is established enough that it does not feel under threat from them. The northern boundary with Haberfield is marked by Parramatta Road. Tiny semis, older unit blocks and new-build townhouses built on the grounds of old mansions makes it a somewhat accessible market to buy into for young families, but if you want a full sized suburban house with a yard you will need serious money.

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Beautiful, quiet yet buzzing inner west suburb - has all the pros with very very minimal cons. Easy parking, shops, wine bar, pub, brand new supermarket, restaurants, post office, wine store, hairdressers and homeware stores etc. Great schools in the area, and all modes of public public transport - trains (15min to central), buses and the tram straight into China town, the casino, exhibition centre and the Fish markets. Gorgeous homes with tree lined streets. Once in a while you will get airplane noise but its nothing like Stanmore or Leichhardt. People that live in Summer Hill frequent Summer Hill and its rare to have out of towners so to speak, so its a real bonus and not overly busy with wannabe hipsters. This isn't a "loud" suburb like Newtown, so its more relaxed and chilled -ie, for the "locals" that prefer a more relaxed lifestyle with all the convenience as almost all inner west suburbs are 5-10min drive - the city is 15 min drive.

We bought a lovely townhouse here, and though we get some train and air craft noise, its a 5 star suburb in the inner west. Great lifestyle location. Everything you could want, including a supermarket, hairdressers, dentist and several cafes and resturants. Its also feels safe and clean at night. Much safer than its neighbouring suburb. Shady characters are probably outpriced out of Summer Hill hah!

We also have great, welcoming neighbours who invite us over for drinks!

Look forward to being able to afford a big house here in 10 years when we have a growing family.

Love it. I'm early 30's and have bought and lived here for 4 years after renting across the inner west (Concord, Chippendale, Newtown, Alexandria & Lilyfield). We were wanting to buy in Alexandria / Erskineville but found better value here and do not regret it - it's better. The village has everything you could want - plenty of cafes, a pub, great shops and enough restaurants to satisfy. There really is no need to leave. All this and its only 15-20 min on the train to the city. Its also a very family friendly place and shines in summer when a typical Saturday night will see kids dancing to live jazz in the town square while the restaurants spill onto the street. Summer Hill offers a relaxed cafe-culture and is one of the best-kept secrets in the inner west. If you've ever passed-by on the train and wondered what was there, stop in and check it out. Not too busy, not to slow - its just right.

Summer Hill is a gorgeous little village in inner west Sydney. The streets are leafy tree-lined streets. Despite being so close to the city, Summer Hill has a wonderful family feel about it as well as being funky. There are a few good parks for the kids to play in.

Summer Hill village has plenty to offer everyone, There are funky cafes, beautiful restaurants, gift shops, a supermarket, fruit shops, a pub and plenty more.

Summer Hill is a delight, truly. Once the getaway place for stressed out Victorians looking for an escape from city pressures, Summer Hill now represents part of the inner western fringe lying just beyond the city centre: hardly a blissful retreat. Yet, somehow, it is more peaceful in Summer Hill than any surrounding suburbs, Filled with Victorian terraces and Art Deco blocks of 4 (two up, two down in heavy double-brick construction), it's elegant and quaint with beautiful tree lined streets and a village atmosphere.

Summer Hill has a handy train station on the all stops to Liverpool line and offers a small shopping strip, village style, with just a single cute little supermarket. Young people like the proximity to town, families the village atmosphere and older people the peacefulness.

Summer Hill is located in the inner west of Sydney. As a typical inner west suburb, the streets are very narrow and the dwellings are a combination of older style units and federation houses. Many of the houses in Summer Hill are heritage listed and very beautiful.

As compared to its neighbour, Ashfield, Summer Hill is quite a small suburb. The main street only has a handful of shops, a supermarket and one or two cafes. There is also a pub and a train station. Apart from that, it is a quiet suburb that does not evoke any excitement from its visitors.