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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 22,078
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 5.3%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 20,446
Density 3,547.0/km²
Region Info
Region Wollongong Region
State New South Wales

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

WOLLONGONG Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Exercise Caution
Crime rate: 22,078 per 100,000 Above NSW average (6,635)
3.33x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

WOLLONGONG 22,078/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

WOLLONGONG 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.

WOLLONGONG Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

20,446
Total Population
3,547
people/km² density
5.3%
Chinese Population
Above average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
6,228 people
30.5%
2
Australia
5,192 people
25.4%
3
Ireland
2,116 people
10.4%
4
Scotland
1,795 people
8.8%
5
Italy
1,171 people
5.7%

Transport

85.0 km
to Sydney CBD
84 min
drive to CBD
97 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (3)

Selective (1)

Smiths Hill High School

Details
80.8 score Year 7-12 Co-ed

Independent (2)

The Illawarra Grammar School

Details
76.7 score K-12 Co-ed

St Mary Star of the Sea College

Details
70.6 score Year 7-12 Girls

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About WOLLONGONG

Wollongong is located in Wollongong Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 20,446 with a density of 3547 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, selective school Smiths Hill High School has 185; independent school The Illawarra Grammar School has 120.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 22078 per 100,000, 3.33x the NSW average, a high crime area.

Demographics: English comprises 30.46%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (25.39%) and Irish (10.35%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), 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), Wollongong has a crime rate of 22078 per 100,000, which is 3.33x the NSW average (6635). Significantly above NSW average, careful consideration advised.

Government schools: No public high school in this suburb. Selective schools: Smiths Hill High School, 2024 HSC results: 185 Distinguished Achievers, 4 All Rounders, 3 Top Achievers, AU Guide Score 80.8. Independent schools: The Illawarra Grammar School, 2024 HSC results: 120 Distinguished Achievers, 3 All Rounders, 1 Top Achievers, AU Guide Score 76.7.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Wollongong has a population of 20,446, with Chinese comprising 5.30%. Chinese proportion close to NSW average. Main ethnic groups: English (30.46%), Aust (25.39%), Irish (10.35%), Scottish (8.78%), Italian (5.73%).

Wollongong is approximately 85.0km from Sydney CBD, about 84 minutes by car or 97 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.