From the CBD to sandy beaches, scenic hikes, and social events aplenty, life as a Sydney-sider is growing more and more attractive to Aussies all over the country. The bustling city is drawing in people from towns and cities across Australia, as well as the rest of the world. Whether you want to surf, hike, or stroll through Australia’s oldest street, Sydney has something for everyone.
When it’s time to head south and move to Sydney from the Gold Coast, at Allied, we are happy to lend a helping hand. You’ll have the support of both our Sydney interstate removalist team and our Gold Coast removalist team, ensuring your move is well handled from beginning to end.
Life in the Sydney
There’s nothing like that holiday feeling when you go somewhere new, but when that initial novelty wears off and real life kicks in, here’s some of what you can expect.
WORK & CAREER
Sydney is rich in employment opportunities, especially for those in the financial and professional services, as well as all things I.T.. Newcomers with experience in the health field, along with education and research should also be able to find work that’s right up their alley. It’s no surprise, too, seeing how quickly the city is growing - outwards as well as upwards - that the construction industry is another great one to be in.
For families moving together, Sydney has a number of highly-regarded public and private schools, as well as universities for anyone wanting to further their education in the Harbour City.
HOUSING
Something that’s important to bear in mind when moving from the Gold Coast to Sydney is the higher cost of living. Unfortunately, this is pretty prevalent in the housing market, whether you opt to rent or buy. While the median rental price for a three bedroom apartment in the Gold Coast CBD is around $3,600 per week, the Sydney equivalent comes in just shy of $5,000 per month. To buy outside of the city, you can expect to pay about $9,500 per square metre in Sydney, as opposed to $8,500 in the Gold Coast.
Sydney has more than 500 neighbourhoods, giving you plenty of choice in where to settle down. When it comes to where to live, Sydney is usually broken up into different areas, each with their own list of popular suburbs. Here are some of the most popular spots to live:
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Inner West- Newton, Surrey Hills, Redfern, Marrickville
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East- Bondi, Coogee, Paddington, Randwick
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West & Southwest- Liverpool, Campbelltown, Harris Park, North Parramatta, Rosehill
Pro tip: If you want to blend in with the locals, be sure to make a clear differentiation between Manly and other parts of the city!
TRANSPORTATION
Sydney’s traffic is definitely something to think about when moving from the Gold Coast. The city’s roads can get quite congested, but it has good public transport links. Buses, trains, metro, and tram services are all relatively quick and convenient. These can be paid for either through contactless payment on your phone or card, or through an Opal card, which can be bought from a lot of newsagents and convenience stores. If you do choose to drive whilst here, you’ll have three months to drive on your Queensland licence before needing to apply for a New South Wales one.
CLIMATE
Sydney has an overall milder climate than Gold Coast. While saying goodbye to toasty temperatures year-round might be tough, the lower annual rainfall is something you can welcome with open arms, not umbrellas.
In Sydney, the average mid-summer temperature sits at 26°C, with highs of 17°C in winter, versus Gold Coast’s 29°C summers and 21°C winters.
THE CULTURE & LIFESTYLE
The heritage, lifestyle, and culture of Sydney bring millions upon millions of tourists to the city every year, but what’s it like to live there? Whether you’re into history, art, music, or basically anything else, the city offers incredible diversity in terms of lifestyle. The nightlife scene is booming, with countless establishments for you to try. Not just for party animals, Sydney has many family-friendly amenities, too. Every beach here is equipped with BBQs, bathrooms, showers, and anything else you could need for a day spent by the sea. Sports fans should also brush up on their rugby knowledge before moving to Sydney, as this is the most popular sport in Sydney.
Planning your move
You’ve done your homework and you have a pretty good idea of what you have to look forward to; now it’s time to start planning your next steps. Here’s a guide with our top tips when looking at the logistics of your interstate move from the Gold Coast to Sydney.
PACK BELONGINGS AND FURNITURE
Arguably the most stressful and tedious part of an interstate move is packing up your current home. The longer you’ve lived there, the more belongings you’ve probably acquired, and going through them can be a pain. While deciding what to let go of is up to you, our professional packing service can help with getting everything else boxed up and ready to transport.
If this is something you think you can take on yourself, then be sure to get the right moving boxes for your belongings, as well as protective wrapping to keep things safe in transit.
MOVING A CAR OR VEHICLE
The drive from Gold Coast to Sydney will take around nine hours, plus rest stops and food breaks. While this is definitely doable for some, you may want to preserve your energy for the moving-in phase of your interstate relocation. If this seems like a good idea to you, our vehicle relocation services could be the answer. Our experts will move your car from the Gold Coast to Sydney, taking that added strain away.
PREPARE YOUR PET
While moving is no doubt stressful for the people involved, it can also take a pretty big toll on family pets, too. Allied’s pet transportation experts will look after your furry friend, ensuring they have the smoothest and least-stressful experience possible. Once your pet has had a visit to the vet to make sure they’re in tip-top health to travel, they’ll be good to go!
CONSIDER STORAGE
Moving can be an overwhelming process, especially if you have a house-full of things to bring with you. If it’s all a bit much, you may want to consider putting some items into secure storage. This will give you time to settle in and see what you need in your new home. We have both long term storage and short term storage facilities, where your things will be kept safe and sound until you have a plan in place for them.
REMOVALISTS VS DIY
When getting ready to move from the Gold Coast to Sydney, there are a lot of things to think about. Whether you want to tackle the move by yourself or hire the help of a professional removalist company like Allied is one of them.
There is a lot to plan and prepare for when taking on an interstate move, and having a trusted and reputable service provider can make all the difference in your overall moving experience.
Working with Allied on your interstate move from the Gold Coast to Sydney, you won’t need to worry about the logistics. Getting the right packing materials, hiring a moving van, keeping your pet content on the road, filling up on petrol, and unpacking in your new place will all be taken care of for you.
Because we have teams on both ends, our experienced removalists will be with you from start to finish, ensuring that each detail is taken care of to the highest standard. You can make the most of our services, enabling you to get the best out of your move, setting you up for success in Sydney.
Relocate to Sydney to the Gold Coast with Allied!
We have over 40 Allied locations across Australia, so no matter where exactly you are, we can have a team on hand to help you in no time. We’ll take charge of all the heavy lifting in your relocation, so you can focus on saying goodbye to the Gold Coast, and welcoming in your new chapter in Sydney.
To start planning your move to Sydney, get in touch with Allied: your specialist interstate removalists.