FAIRY MEADOW

Wollongong Region
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House Median
This suburb $1,348,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $765,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 7,109
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 3.6%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 7,512
Density 2,194.0/km²
Region Info
Region Wollongong Region
State New South Wales

FAIRY MEADOW Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,348,000
House Sales Volume 40 sales
Unit Median $765,000
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House No data
3 Bed House $770/wk
2 Bed Unit $550/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

FAIRY MEADOW Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Near Average
Crime rate: 7,109 per 100,000 Near NSW average (6,635)
1.07x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

FAIRY MEADOW 7,109/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

FAIRY MEADOW 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.

FAIRY MEADOW Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

7,512
Total Population
2,194
people/km² density
3.6%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
2,367 people
31.5%
2
Australia
2,326 people
31.0%
3
Italy
722 people
9.6%
4
Ireland
681 people
9.1%
5
Scotland
663 people
8.8%

Transport

82.4 km
to Sydney CBD
81 min
drive to CBD
107 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Public (1)

Wollongong High School of the Performing Arts

Details
61.4 score Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About FAIRY MEADOW

Fairy Meadow is located in Wollongong Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 7,512 with a density of 2194 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,348,000, below Sydney average; unit median $765,000, on par with Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Wollongong High School of the Performing Arts has 74 Distinguished Achievers.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 7109 per 100,000, 1.07x the NSW average, safety level close to NSW average.

Demographics: English comprises 31.51%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (30.96%) and Italian (9.61%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Fairy Meadow has a house median of $1,348,000 and unit median of $765,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Fairy Meadow has a crime rate of 7109 per 100,000, which is 1.07x the NSW average (6635). Close to NSW average, moderate safety.

Government schools: Wollongong High School of the Performing Arts, 2024 HSC results: 74 Distinguished Achievers, 1 Top Achievers, AU Guide Score 61.4.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Fairy Meadow has a population of 7,512, with Chinese comprising 3.60%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (31.51%), Aust (30.96%), Italian (9.61%), Irish (9.07%), Scottish (8.83%).

Fairy Meadow is approximately 82.4km from Sydney CBD, about 81 minutes by car or 107 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.