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Bombo

NSW 2533 • New South Wales

175
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
1.80 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalNatureScenicTrain AccessTourism

About Bombo

Bombo is a small coastal locality in the Kiama district of New South Wales, situated approximately 90 kilometres south of Sydney's CBD. Nestled between the Illawarra escarpment and the Tasman Sea, it covers just 1.8 square kilometres and had a population of around 175 at the 2021 census. The suburb borders Kiama to the south and Kiama Downs to the north, placing residents within easy reach of one of the Illawarra's most popular seaside communities.

Bombo is best known for its striking basalt headland quarry — now a protected geological site and popular photography spot — as well as Bombo Beach, a scenic surf break accessible directly from the train station. The area attracts nature lovers, surfers, and day-trippers, with a relaxed coastal character complemented by proximity to Kiama's cafés, restaurants, and farmers' markets. Its own railway station on the NSW TrainLink South Coast line makes it surprisingly accessible for such a quiet locality.

Bombo falls under postcode 2533 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kiama electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2533
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
Kiama
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.65°, 150.76°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.80 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bombo
0.3 km
4 min
Kiama
2.5 km
30 min walk / 5 min drive

Bus Services

  • 41B,41D — Kiama / Kiama Downs 10–15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
92 km
By Train
~2h 30min (South Coast Line, hourly services)
By Bus
~3h (limited services)
By Car (Peak)
~1h 45min via M1/Princes Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1h 20min

🛣️ Bombo Station provides direct access to Sydney Central with no changes required.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car, though the train station and beach are walkable. Kiama's town centre with shops and services is a short drive south.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Bombo by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Bombo Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Bombo" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
175
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

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