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Gwynneville

NSW 2500 • Rest of NSW

3,139
Population (2021)
$31,304
Median Income
1.26 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
University TownInner CityFamily-FriendlyYoung Families

About Gwynneville

Gwynneville is an inner-city suburb of Wollongong in New South Wales, situated approximately 2 kilometres north-west of the Wollongong CBD within the City of Wollongong LGA. Named after the Gwynne family who subdivided the land in 1886, it has a population of around 3,139 (2021 Census) spread across 1.26 km². The suburb sits at around 17 metres elevation beneath the Illawarra Escarpment and benefits from close proximity to both the coast and the World Heritage-listed rainforest hinterland.

Gwynneville has a lively, academic character owing to its adjacency to the University of Wollongong campus, attracting students, academics, and young professionals who value walkability and convenience to the city centre. The suburb includes heritage bush land on its southern boundary and is well-served by local primary schools and community amenities. Residents enjoy easy access to Wollongong's beaches, café culture, and the extensive walking and cycling paths linking the suburb to the CBD and university precinct.

Gwynneville falls under postcode 2500 and is governed by Wollongong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollongong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2500
Urban Area
Wollongong
LGA / Council
Wollongong
Federal Electorate
Cunningham
State Electorate
Wollongong
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.41°, 150.88°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
1.26 km²
Elevation
16m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wollongong Station
1.8 km
22 min
North Wollongong Station
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • 55, 56 — Wollongong City Centre / University of Wollongong 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
83 km
By Train
~1 hr 30 min from Wollongong Station to Central
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 45 min via M1/F6
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Wollongong is well-connected to Sydney via the South Coast Line; many residents commute within Wollongong itself

Walkability Very Walkable

Flat terrain near Wollongong CBD and university makes walking and cycling practical for most daily errands

🛒 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 Gwynneville by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Gwynneville Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,250
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
29 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
8.9%

75 state housing + 18 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,100
Census 2021
3,139
▲ 1.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$20,436
Income 2021
$31,304
▲ 53.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,775
Born Overseas 1,219

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 211
  • 2. China 109
  • 3. Pakistan 98
  • 4. England 76
  • 5. Indonesia 50
  • 6. Bangladesh 45
  • 7. Sri Lanka 44
  • 8. Vietnam 39
  • 9. Nepal 26
  • 10. Iraq 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 813
Australian 724
Irish 300
Scottish 237
Chinese 195
Indian 173
Italian 128
German 103
Macedonian 86
Serbian 83

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,166
Both parents born in Australia
1,473
Both parents born overseas
338
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
39.2%
No Religion
33.6%
Islam
11.5%
Hinduism
4.8%
Buddhism
3.6%
Sikhism
1.0%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
134 (4.3%)
5-14 years
337 (10.7%)
15-19 years
195 (6.2%)
20-24 years
534 (17.0%)
25-34 years
670 (21.3%)
35-44 years
355 (11.3%)
45-54 years
320 (10.2%)
55-64 years
238 (7.6%)
65-74 years
188 (6.0%)
75-84 years
119 (3.8%)
85+ years
61 (1.9%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gwynneville close to the University of Wollongong? +

Yes, Gwynneville is immediately adjacent to the University of Wollongong campus, making it a popular residential choice for students and university staff.

What schools are in Gwynneville? +

Gwynneville has two schools: Gwynneville Public School (government primary) and St Brigid's Primary School (Catholic primary).

How far is Gwynneville from Wollongong CBD? +

Gwynneville is approximately 2 kilometres north-west of the Wollongong city centre, about a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride.

What is the population of Gwynneville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gwynneville had a population of 3,139 people across its 1.26 km² area.