WEST WOLLONGONG
WEST WOLLONGONG Property Overview
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Independent (1)
Edmund Rice College
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About WEST WOLLONGONG
West Wollongong is located in Wollongong Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 5,223 with a density of 2528 people/km².
Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,200,000, below Sydney average; unit median $750,000, below Sydney average.
Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, independent school Edmund Rice College has 50.
Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 4882 per 100,000, 0.74x the NSW average, a very safe area.
Demographics: English comprises 31.53%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (30.94%) and Irish (11.01%).
Transport: No train station coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), West Wollongong has a house median of $1,200,000 and unit median of $750,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.
According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), West Wollongong has a crime rate of 4882 per 100,000, which is 0.74x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.
Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Independent schools: Edmund Rice College, 2024 HSC results: 50 Distinguished Achievers, 3 Top Achievers, AU Guide Score 58.6.
According to ABS 2021 Census, West Wollongong has a population of 5,223, with Chinese comprising 2.50%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (31.53%), Aust (30.94%), Irish (11.01%), Scottish (9.50%), Italian (5.67%).
West Wollongong is approximately 83.6km from Sydney CBD, about 80 minutes by car or 106 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.