KIAMA

Wollongong Region
EN / 中文
House Median
This suburb $1,500,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $1,050,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 5,706
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.4%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 7,904
Density 807.0/km²
Region Info
Region Wollongong Region
State New South Wales

KIAMA Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,500,000
House Sales Volume 60 sales
Unit Median $1,050,000
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House No data
3 Bed House $750/wk
2 Bed Unit No data
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

KIAMA Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Relatively Safe
Crime rate: 5,706 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.86x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

KIAMA 5,706/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

KIAMA 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.

KIAMA Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

7,904
Total Population
807
people/km² density
1.4%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
3,501 people
44.3%
2
Australia
2,900 people
36.7%
3
Ireland
1,230 people
15.6%
4
Scotland
984 people
12.5%
5
Germany
319 people
4.0%

Transport

131.0 km
to Sydney CBD
103 min
drive to CBD
130 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Public (1)

Kiama High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About KIAMA

Kiama is located in Wollongong Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 7,904 with a density of 807 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,500,000, below Sydney average; unit median $1,050,000, above Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Kiama High School has 4 Distinguished Achievers.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 5706 per 100,000, 0.86x the NSW average, a safe area.

Demographics: English comprises 44.29%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (36.69%) and Irish (15.56%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Kiama has a house median of $1,500,000 and unit median of $1,050,000. Property prices are close to Sydney median levels.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Kiama has a crime rate of 5706 per 100,000, which is 0.86x the NSW average (6635). Below NSW average, a safe area.

Government schools: Kiama High School, 2024 HSC results: 4 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Kiama has a population of 7,904, with Chinese comprising 1.40%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (44.29%), Aust (36.69%), Irish (15.56%), Scottish (12.45%), German (4.04%).

Kiama is approximately 131.0km from Sydney CBD, about 103 minutes by car or 130 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.