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Whether you are looking for a new home or thinking about starting your own business in Rozelle, NSW, there are many things to consider before making the move. The following blog post will give you some insight into what it’s like living and working in Rozelle. You’ll also find out more about the factors that make this neighbourhood such an attractive place to live and work!
History
Rozella was originally called Quarry Hill when first settled by Europeans in 1837. It became Rossvale after James Ross bought land from Robert Campbell at an auction and built his estate “Rossdale” on part; with development extending southwards along Parramatta Road towards Camelia Avenue as far as what is now the intersection of Ross and Lyndhurst Streets.
Development has continued to extend southwards, with Rozelle West filling out as far as what is now Victoria Road; and then continuing westward towards the Parramatta River.
When it was first settled, Quarry Hill had a quarry on its southern side which gave the area its name. In 1864 there were plans for an extension of Sydney’s railway line from Central Station to join up with this quarry at Rozella – but instead, a new station named after nearby Annandale (which already had a rail connection) was established in Concord because of pressure from property owners who wanted their properties closer than possible city development would allow.
Is it a good place to invest?
Honestly, Rozelle is a great place to invest! The average house price in Rozelle is $600,000-700,000. You can find some cheaper homes on the outskirts of this neighbourhood though.
What does the population look like?
There are about 11,500 people living in Rozelle and it’s not uncommon for there to be little traffic or congestion because of how well planned out this community is. This place is a great place to take your kids for some fresh air.
How is life like?
It’s a very family-friendly neighbourhood with tons of parks and green spaces. It also has close proximity to the Parramatta River, which offers some amazing views and is great for walking or running along the path.
What do people like about living in Rozelle?
People love that they can find anything they need within this community: shopping centres, schools, etc. The vitality of life here makes it an attractive place to live!
In summary, Rozelle has lots of things going for it; and if you’re looking at starting a family or want somewhere quiet where the neighbours are friendly then this may be the right neighbourhood for you!
