Cleveland
NSW 2530 • New South Wales
About Cleveland
Cleveland is a very small suburb on the western side of Dapto in the Wollongong local government area of New South Wales. It has a tiny resident population and forms part of the broader Illawarra urban growth corridor. The suburb's character is low-density and semi-urban, with planned residential development in surrounding areas. Its location provides direct access to larger centres in Dapto and Wollongong.
Lifestyle in Cleveland is shaped by proximity to Dapto's shops, schools and services rather than extensive local facilities within the suburb itself. Residents can access beaches, escarpment recreation and major employment hubs across the Illawarra region. Public transport options are available nearby, especially through Dapto rail and bus networks. The area suits households seeking quieter fringe living with convenient regional-city links.
Cleveland falls under postcode 2530 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollongong electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Premier Illawarra local routes — Dapto, Wollongong and surrounding suburbs ~10-20 min to Dapto; ~30-45 min to Wollongong
Commute to Wollongong CBD
🛣️ Strong regional links via Dapto station and Princes Motorway corridor.
Some local walkability, but many key services are accessed in nearby Dapto by car or bus.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Dapto High School ICSEA 968Cleveland Rd
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Hayes Park Public School ICSEA 972Kanahooka Rd
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Koonawarra Public School ICSEA 838Byamee St
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Lakelands Public School ICSEA 952Lakelands Drive
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Mount Brown Public School ICSEA 975Mount Brown Rd
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36 Werowi Street
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Dapto Public School ICSEA 1006Sierra Drive
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Kanahooka High School ICSEA 912Thirroul & Roberts Sts
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 Cleveland by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Cleveland Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Cleveland" under Suburb