WEST WOLLONGONG

Wollongong Region
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House Median
This suburb $1,200,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $750,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 4,882
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 2.5%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 5,223
Density 2,528.0/km²
Region Info
Region Wollongong Region
State New South Wales

WEST WOLLONGONG Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,200,000
House Sales Volume 78 sales
Unit Median $750,000
Unit Sales Volume 156 sales
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House $595/wk
3 Bed House $720/wk
2 Bed Unit $610/wk
3 Bed Unit $835/wk
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

WEST WOLLONGONG Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Relatively Safe
Crime rate: 4,882 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.74x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

WEST WOLLONGONG 4,882/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

WEST WOLLONGONG 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.

WEST WOLLONGONG Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

5,223
Total Population
2,528
people/km² density
2.5%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
1,647 people
31.5%
2
Australia
1,616 people
30.9%
3
Ireland
575 people
11.0%
4
Scotland
496 people
9.5%
5
Italy
296 people
5.7%

Transport

83.6 km
to Sydney CBD
80 min
drive to CBD
106 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Independent (1)

Edmund Rice College

Details
58.6 score Year 7-12 Boys

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

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.