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Carss Park

NSW 2221 • Greater Sydney

1,265
Population (2021)
$47,476
Median Income
0.63 km²
Area
$288/wk
Median Rent
CoastalMulticulturalFamily-Friendly

About Carss Park

Carss Park is a small, tightly settled suburb in southern Sydney, located approximately 17 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD within the Georges River Council local government area. With a population of around 1,265 (2021 Census) spread across just 0.63 square kilometres, it is one of the more densely settled localities in the St George district. The suburb is named after James Charles Carss, an early settler who established a boatshed on Kogarah Bay in the 1880s, and features the heritage-listed Carss Cottage.

Carss Park is cherished for its waterfront lifestyle, centred on Carss Bush Park — a popular destination offering a 50-metre ocean pool, BBQ facilities, playgrounds, sports fields, bushland walking paths, and foreshore access on Kogarah Bay. The suburb has a multicultural character, with significant Greek, Chinese, and Lebanese communities among its residents. Blakehurst Public School, a government primary school, is located within the suburb. Nearby Kogarah and Hurstville provide extensive retail, dining, and medical services, while easy bus connections and proximity to Kogarah train station make commuting to the CBD straightforward.

Carss Park falls under postcode 2221 and is governed by Georges River Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kogarah electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2221
Urban Area
Kogarah
LGA / Council
Georges River
Federal Electorate
Banks
State Electorate
Kogarah
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.99°, 151.12°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.63 km²
Elevation
22m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kogarah Station
1.8 km
22 min
Hurstville Station
2.2 km
27 min

Bus Services

  • 947, 958, 971 — Kogarah / Hurstville / Rockdale 5–15 min to Kogarah

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
17 km
By Train
Bus to Kogarah, then ~25 min to Central on T4 line
By Car (Peak)
35–50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20–30 min

🛣️ Bus routes 947, 958, 971 connect to Kogarah Station; T4 Illawarra line runs frequent services to Central

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Flat residential streets with good footpaths; bus stops within walking distance; Carss Bush Park and local shops walkable for most residents

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Carss Park, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Carss Cottage
74 Carwar Avenue Carss Park • SHR #00587

🔍 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 Carss Park by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Carss Park Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$288
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,000
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
46 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
10.8%

44 state housing + 4 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,252
Census 2021
1,265
▲ 1.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,816
Income 2021
$47,476
▲ 29.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 893
Born Overseas 346

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 66
  • 2. Greece 34
  • 3. England 30
  • 4. Lebanon 19
  • 5. Egypt 17
  • 6. New Zealand 17
  • 7. North Macedonia 16
  • 8. Vietnam 11
  • 9. Thailand 9
  • 10. Germany 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 271
Greek 245
Australian 240
Chinese 128
Italian 98
Irish 86
Lebanese 86
Scottish 63
Macedonian 50
German 40

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

452
Both parents born in Australia
594
Both parents born overseas
187
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
67.8%
No Religion
22.1%
Islam
3.6%
Buddhism
3.1%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
46 (3.6%)
5-14 years
173 (13.7%)
15-19 years
91 (7.2%)
20-24 years
62 (4.9%)
25-34 years
111 (8.8%)
35-44 years
130 (10.3%)
45-54 years
187 (14.8%)
55-64 years
179 (14.2%)
65-74 years
142 (11.2%)
75-84 years
112 (8.9%)
85+ years
27 (2.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carss Park known for? +

Carss Park is best known for Carss Bush Park, a popular waterfront reserve on Kogarah Bay featuring a 50-metre swimming pool, BBQ facilities, playgrounds, and bushland walking tracks.

How do I get from Carss Park to Sydney CBD? +

Take a bus (routes 947, 958, or 971) to Kogarah Station, then the T4 Illawarra line train to Central Station — the combined trip takes around 35–40 minutes.

What schools are in Carss Park? +

Blakehurst Public School, a government co-educational primary school, is located within Carss Park. Nearby secondary options include Georges River College Hurstville Campus.

What is the median rent in Carss Park NSW? +

The 2021 Census recorded a median weekly rent of $288 in Carss Park, though property values in the suburb are significantly influenced by its waterfront location and proximity to the Georges River foreshore.

Is Carss Park in the St George area? +

Yes, Carss Park is part of the St George district in southern Sydney, within the Georges River Council local government area.