Direct Strata Management
Registered as: Direct Management Group Pty Ltd
Direct Strata Management manages around 70 strata schemes totalling 4,400 lots across NSW. With an average of around 63 lots per scheme, it specialises in larger buildings — more than double the state-wide average of around 20 lots. It has a broad geographic spread across 38 suburbs, with Rhodes as its largest market (10%).
Counts (~) are rounded figures sourced from the NSW StrataHub register. Figures may include duplication in staged or mixed-use developments and reflect data at the time of the last register extract.
About This Manager
From public information- Year established
- 1948
- Technology
- CommunityHub
- Fee transparency
- Transparency emphasis — no hidden costs stated; free quote available via online form
PICA Group operates at national scale, serving over 185,000 property owners across its network, and emphasises fee transparency with a stated commitment to no hidden costs. Its automated invoicing system accelerates trade payments for schemes, and its 24/7 CommunityHub portal provides on-demand access to scheme information.
Portfolio Profile
Lot Types
Scheme Size Distribution
Distribution of schemes by total lot count. Average scheme size: 63.2 lots. Most schemes fall in the 11–25 lot range, typical of small apartment blocks.
Portfolio Age
Schemes by registration decade. Oldest scheme registered 1965, newest 2024.
Suburb Coverage
| Suburb | Schemes | Lots | % of Portfolio | Market Share | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhodes 2138 | 7 | 1,270 | 10% | 8.4% | |
| Chatswood 2067 | 5 | 316 | 7% | 1.7% | |
| North Sydney 2060 | 5 | 212 | 7% | 2.1% | |
| Haymarket 2000 | 4 | 204 | 6% | 8.0% | |
| Terrigal 2260 | 4 | 180 | 6% | 1.1% | |
| Burwood 2134 | 3 | 375 | 4% | 1.3% | |
| Sydney 2000 | 3 | 759 | 4% | 0.7% | |
| Ashfield 2131 | 2 | 132 | 3% | 0.4% | |
| Rouse Hill 2155 | 2 | 188 | 3% | 3.8% | |
| Strathfield 2135 | 2 | 56 | 3% | 0.6% |
Tribunal & Court History
No NSW tribunal or court proceedings where Direct Strata Management was named as a party were found in caselaw records from 2021 onwards.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many strata schemes does Direct Strata Management manage in NSW?
- Direct Strata Management manages around 70 strata schemes (around 4,400 total lots) across 38 suburbs in New South Wales, based on the NSW StrataHub register.
- What areas does Direct Strata Management provide strata management in?
- Direct Strata Management is most active in Rhodes, Chatswood, North Sydney, covering 38 suburbs across NSW in total.
- Does Direct Strata Management specialise in residential or commercial strata?
- Direct Strata Management manages primarily residential (88% residential, 12% commercial).
- What is the average scheme size managed by Direct Strata Management?
- Direct Strata Management manages schemes averaging 63 lots each, compared to the NSW state average of approximately 20 lots per scheme.
- Is Direct Strata Management a member of Strata Community Association (SCA) NSW?
- Yes, Direct Strata Management is a member of Strata Community Association (SCA) NSW.
- Does Direct Strata Management have any NSW Fair Trading enforcement actions?
- Direct Strata Management does not appear on the NSW Fair Trading Name and Shame Register, indicating no recorded enforcement actions as of our last data update.
- Have any NCAT or court cases named Direct Strata Management as a party?
- No NSW tribunal or court proceedings naming Direct Strata Management as a party were found in caselaw records from 2021 onwards.
- What is Direct Strata Management's NSW strata management licence number?
- Direct Strata Management's NSW licence number is 10108515, issued under the Property and Stock Agents Act 2002.