BERKELEY

Wollongong Region
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House Median
This suburb $810,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
No data available
Safety Index
Crime rate 9,669
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.1%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 7,798
Density 1,065.0/km²
Region Info
Region Wollongong Region
State New South Wales

BERKELEY Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $810,000
House Sales Volume -
Unit Median No data
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House No data
3 Bed House $600/wk
2 Bed Unit No data
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

BERKELEY Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Above Average
Crime rate: 9,669 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
1.46x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

BERKELEY 9,669/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

BERKELEY has a crime rate above the NSW average. It's recommended to be mindful of personal and property security, avoid walking alone late at night, and keep valuables secured.

BERKELEY Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

7,798
Total Population
1,065
people/km² density
1.1%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
2,529 people
32.4%
2
England
2,329 people
29.9%
3
Scotland
558 people
7.2%
4
Macedonian
503 people
6.5%
5
Australia
490 people
6.3%

Transport

91.3 km
to Sydney CBD
85 min
drive to CBD
114 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Public (1)

Illawarra Sports High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About BERKELEY

Berkeley is located in Wollongong Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 7,798 with a density of 1065 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $810,000, below Sydney average.

Education: No high schools in this suburb.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 9669 per 100,000, 1.46x the NSW average, safety level close to NSW average.

Demographics: Australian comprises 32.43%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (29.87%) and Scottish (7.16%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Berkeley has a house median of $810,000. Limited unit data available. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Berkeley has a crime rate of 9669 per 100,000, which is 1.46x the NSW average (6635). Slightly above NSW average, recommend understanding specific conditions.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Independent schools: None in this suburb or neighbouring areas.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Berkeley has a population of 7,798, with Chinese comprising 1.10%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (32.43%), English (29.87%), Scottish (7.16%), Macedonian (6.45%), Aust_Abor (6.28%).

Berkeley is approximately 91.3km from Sydney CBD, about 85 minutes by car or 114 minutes by public transport. No train station coverage. Relies mainly on bus or driving. Far from city centre, suitable for families not requiring frequent commuting.