NOWRA

Wollongong Region
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House Median
This suburb $741,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $650,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 30,675
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 1.2%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 9,956
Density 1,107.0/km²
Region Info
Region Wollongong Region
State New South Wales

NOWRA Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $741,000
House Sales Volume 120 sales
Unit Median $650,000
Unit Sales Volume 38 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $450/wk
3 Bed House $550/wk
2 Bed Unit $420/wk
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

NOWRA Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 30,675 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
4.62x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

NOWRA 30,675/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

NOWRA 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.

NOWRA Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

9,956
Total Population
1,107
people/km² density
1.2%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
Australia
3,871 people
38.9%
2
England
3,749 people
37.7%
3
Australia
1,124 people
11.3%
4
Ireland
1,048 people
10.5%
5
Scotland
831 people
8.4%

Transport

171.8 km
to Sydney CBD
131 min
drive to CBD
214 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (3)

Public (2)

Nowra High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Shoalhaven High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Catholic (1)

St John the Evangelist Catholic High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About NOWRA

Nowra is located in Wollongong Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 9,956 with a density of 1107 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $741,000, below Sydney average; unit median $650,000, below Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Nowra High School has 3 Distinguished Achievers; Catholic school St John the Evangelist Catholic High School has 20.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 30675 per 100,000, 4.62x the NSW average, a high crime area.

Demographics: Australian comprises 38.88%, the largest ethnic group, followed by English (37.66%) and Aboriginal Australian (11.29%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Nowra has a house median of $741,000 and unit median of $650,000. Property prices are significantly below Sydney median, suitable for first home buyers.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Nowra has a crime rate of 30675 per 100,000, which is 4.62x the NSW average (6635). High crime area, particular attention to safety required.

Government schools: Nowra High School, 2024 HSC results: 3 Distinguished Achievers. Catholic schools: St John the Evangelist Catholic High School, 2024 HSC results: 20 Distinguished Achievers.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Nowra has a population of 9,956, with Chinese comprising 1.20%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: Aust (38.88%), English (37.66%), Aust_Abor (11.29%), Irish (10.53%), Scottish (8.35%).

Nowra is approximately 171.8km from Sydney CBD, about 131 minutes by car or 214 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.