WOONONA

Wollongong Region
EN / 中文
House Median
This suburb $1,400,000
Sydney average $1,750,000
Unit Median
This suburb $828,000
Sydney average $840,000
Safety Index
Crime rate 3,976
NSW average 6,635
Chinese Population
This suburb 0.8%
NSW average 5%
Population
Total 12,374
Density 1,820.0/km²
Region Info
Region Wollongong Region
State New South Wales

WOONONA Property Overview

Purchase Prices (2025 Q2)
House Median $1,400,000
House Sales Volume 33 sales
Unit Median $828,000
Unit Sales Volume -
Rental Prices (Weekly)
2 Bed House No data
3 Bed House $800/wk
2 Bed Unit No data
3 Bed Unit No data
Data source: NSW Rent and Sales Report 2025 Q2/Q3

WOONONA Safety Index

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) September 2025
Safe
Crime rate: 3,976 per 100,000 Below NSW average (6,635)
0.60x
vs NSW Average

Crime Rate Comparison

WOONONA 3,976/100k
NSW Average 6,635/100k

Safety Tips

WOONONA 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.

WOONONA Community Profile

Data source: Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census

Population Overview

12,374
Total Population
1,820
people/km² density
0.8%
Chinese Population
Near average

Major Ethnicities

1
England
5,242 people
42.4%
2
Australia
5,161 people
41.7%
3
Scotland
1,550 people
12.5%
4
Ireland
1,526 people
12.3%
5
Italy
609 people
4.9%

Transport

73.3 km
to Sydney CBD
77 min
drive to CBD
102 min
transit to CBD
No Station
bus/car required

Local Schools (1)

Public (1)

Woonona High School

Details
Year 7-12 Co-ed

Neighbouring Suburbs

No neighbouring suburb data available

About WOONONA

Woonona is located in Wollongong Region. According to ABS 2021 Census, the population is 12,374 with a density of 1820 people/km².

Property: According to NSW Rent and Sales Report (Nov 2025), house median $1,400,000, below Sydney average; unit median $828,000, on par with Sydney average.

Education: According to NESA 2025 HSC results, government school Woonona High School has 17 Distinguished Achievers.

Safety: According to NSW BOCSAR 2025 data, crime rate is 3976 per 100,000, 0.60x the NSW average, a very safe area.

Demographics: English comprises 42.36%, the largest ethnic group, followed by Australian (41.71%) and Scottish (12.53%).

Transport: No train station coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to NSW Government Rent and Sales Report (November 2025), Woonona has a house median of $1,400,000 and unit median of $828,000. Property prices are below Sydney median, offering good value.

According to NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (September 2025), Woonona has a crime rate of 3976 per 100,000, which is 0.60x the NSW average (6635). Significantly below NSW average, a very safe area.

Government schools: Woonona High School, 2024 HSC results: 17 Distinguished Achievers, 1 All Rounders.

According to ABS 2021 Census, Woonona has a population of 12,374, with Chinese comprising 0.80%. Lower Chinese proportion, suitable for families seeking integration into local community. Main ethnic groups: English (42.36%), Aust (41.71%), Scottish (12.53%), Irish (12.33%), Italian (4.92%).

Woonona is approximately 73.3km from Sydney CBD, about 77 minutes by car or 102 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.