KANAHOOKA

Wollongong Region
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House Median
This suburb $850,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $703,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 3,299
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 0.5%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 5,698
Density 1,555.0/km²
Region Info
Region Wollongong Region
State New South Wales

KANAHOOKA Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $850,000
House Sales Volume 122 sales
Unit Median $703,000
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $540/wk
3 Bed House $650/wk
2 Bed Unit $520/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

KANAHOOKA Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Very Safe
Crime rate: 3,299 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.50x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

KANAHOOKA 3,299/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

KANAHOOKA has a crime rate below the NSW average, indicating generally good safety conditions. However, it's still advisable to maintain basic safety awareness and secure personal belongings.

KANAHOOKA Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

5,698
Total Population
1,555
people/km² density
0.5%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
2,554 people
44.8%
2
Australia
2,219 people
38.9%
3
Ireland
562 people
9.9%
4
Scotland
552 people
9.7%
5
Italy
273 people
4.8%

Transport

94.4 km
to Sydney CBD
88 min
drive to CBD
120 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Public (1)

Kanahooka High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About KANAHOOKA

Kanahooka is located in Wollongong Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 5,698 with a density of 1555 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $850,000, below Sydney average; unit median $703,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Kanahooka High School has 1 Distinguished Achievers.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 3299 per 100,000, 0.50x the NSW average, a very safe area.

Demographics: English comprises 44.82%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (38.94%) and Irish (9.86%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Kanahooka has a house median of $850,000 and unit median of $703,000. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Kanahooka has a crime rate of 3299 per 100,000, which is 0.50x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: Kanahooka High School, 2024 HSC results: 1 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Kanahooka has a population of 5,698, with Chinese comprising 0.50%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (44.82%), Aust (38.94%), Irish (9.86%), Scottish (9.69%), Italian (4.79%).

Kanahooka is approximately 94.4km from Sydney CBD, about 88 minutes by car or 120 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.