Bellambi
NSW 2518 • Rest of NSW
About Bellambi
Bellambi is a coastal suburb in the northern Illawarra region, located 8 kilometres north of Wollongong and 77 kilometres south of Sydney. With a population of just over 4,000, this small beachside community sits on the flat coastal plain beneath the dramatic Illawarra escarpment, with views to Broker's Nose rising 440 metres to the west. The suburb has significant Aboriginal heritage, with Bellambi Point containing one of NSW's largest shell middens.
Beach life defines Bellambi—the sandy beach, rock pool, and lagoon reserve provide year-round recreation, while the Wollongong to Thirroul Bike Track passes through the suburb. Bellambi railway station (opened 1889) offers convenient South Coast Line services to Sydney and Wollongong. The suburb attracts families and beach lovers seeking affordable coastal living, with a relaxed village atmosphere and strong community ties. Nearby Corrimal provides comprehensive shopping while maintaining Bellambi's quiet residential character.
Bellambi falls under postcode 2518 and is governed by Wollongong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Keira electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Premier Illawarra routes — Wollongong, Corrimal 10-15 min
Commute to Sydney
🛣️ Direct train to Sydney Central via South Coast Line. 11 min to Wollongong by train.
Beach and station within walking distance; local shops limited, Corrimal nearby for retail.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
-
Bellambi Public School ICSEA 8074284 8666 Owen Park Rd
-
2 Cawley Street
-
4 Wilford Street
-
Corrimal East Public School ICSEA 10464284 4582 Duff Parade
-
Corrimal High School ICSEA 9404285 1199 Murray Rd
-
Corrimal Public School ICSEA 10134284 4231 Princes Hwy
-
109 Princes Highway
-
Tarrawanna Public School ICSEA 9824284 4399 33 Kendall St
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Bellambi by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Bellambi Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Bellambi" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
497 state housing + 7 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 161
- 2. New Zealand 62
- 3. Philippines 33
- 4. Scotland 29
- 5. Iraq 23
- 6. Vietnam 23
- 7. South Africa 21
- 8. Germany 20
- 9. Italy 19
- 10. India 18
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)