Calderwood
NSW 2527 • Rest of NSW
About Calderwood
Calderwood is a rapidly growing suburb in the City of Shellharbour in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, lying northwest of Albion Park. With a population that surged from 173 in 2016 to over 3,000 at the 2021 census, it is one of the Illawarra's fastest-growing new communities. The suburb sits at an elevation of 43 metres on gently sloping land between the Illawarra escarpment and the coastal plain, undergoing major suburban development by Lendlease.
Calderwood is being developed as a master-planned community with new homes, parks, playgrounds, and walking trails designed for young families. The Calderwood Valley estate offers a mix of housing on the edge of a scenic rural backdrop with views to the escarpment. Residents access shopping and services in nearby Albion Park and Shellharbour, while beaches at Shellharbour and Kiama are a short drive away. The suburb attracts first-home buyers and young families seeking affordable housing in the Illawarra with a modern, community-focused lifestyle.
Calderwood falls under postcode 2527 and is governed by Shellharbour Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kiama electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Premier Illawarra local routes — Albion Park / Shellharbour 15-20 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Most residents commute locally to Wollongong (35 km, 30 min drive) or Shellharbour. Sydney commute is long but possible via train from Albion Park Rail.
A new estate still developing its amenities. Some parks and paths exist but a car is needed for shopping, schools, and services.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Albion Park High School ICSEA 964Church Street
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Albion Park Rail Public School ICSEA 894Tongarra Rd
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234 Calderwood Road
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Mount Terry Public School ICSEA 982Terry St
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16 Macquarie Street
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251 Tongarra Road
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Tullimbar Public School ICSEA 1005Exeter Place
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 Calderwood by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Calderwood Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Calderwood" under Suburb
Housing 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 77
- 2. India 56
- 3. Philippines 39
- 4. New Zealand 23
- 5. South Africa 14
- 6. Ireland 13
- 7. North Macedonia 13
- 8. Netherlands 11
- 9. Fiji 10
- 10. Scotland 8
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)