Gymea Bay

NSW 2227 • Greater Sydney

6,983
Population (2021)
$54,548
Median Income
2.40 km²
Area
$680/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyWaterfrontBushlandQuietEstablished

About Gymea Bay

Gymea Bay is a leafy residential suburb in Sydney's Sutherland Shire, located approximately 27 kilometres south of the CBD. With a population of around 6,983, the suburb sits along the shores of the Hacking River and Port Hacking, offering a tranquil waterside setting. The median age of 42 and high average household income reflect its appeal to established families and professionals seeking a quieter alternative to inner-city living.

The suburb is known for its bushland reserves, waterfront parks, and excellent local schools, making it a magnet for families. Residents enjoy kayaking and fishing on the Hacking River, along with walking trails through the surrounding Royal National Park precinct. Local shops along Gymea Bay Road provide daily essentials, while the nearby Gymea Village and Miranda Westfield offer more comprehensive retail and dining options.

Gymea Bay falls under postcode 2227 and is governed by Sutherland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cronulla electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2227
Urban Area
Sutherland Shire - East
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.05°, 151.09°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.40 km²
Elevation
67m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gymea
1.2 km
15 min
Miranda
2.5 km
30 min
Caringbah
3 km
36 min
Kirrawee
3.5 km
42 min

Bus Services

  • 985 — Gymea Bay to Miranda 10 min
  • 984 — Cronulla to Miranda via Gymea 15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
27 km
By Train
45-50 min from Gymea Station
By Bus
Bus to Gymea Station then train ~55 min total
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Most commuters use Gymea Station on the T4 line for direct CBD access.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Quiet residential streets with limited footpaths; most errands require driving to Gymea or Miranda.

🛒 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 Gymea Bay by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Gymea Bay Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$680
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,033
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
42 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,892
Census 2021
6,983
1.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,460
Income 2021
$54,548
22.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,861
Born Overseas 1,008

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 291
  • 2. China 73
  • 3. New Zealand 73
  • 4. South Africa 45
  • 5. Ireland 26
  • 6. Hong Kong 23
  • 7. Scotland 23
  • 8. United States 23
  • 9. Canada 21
  • 10. Italy 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,015
Australian 2,881
Irish 932
Scottish 832
Italian 342
German 261
Chinese 182
Greek 153
Dutch 95
Australian Aboriginal 88

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,398
Both parents born in Australia
1,419
Both parents born overseas
1,008
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
57.8%
No Religion
36.9%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.4%
Islam
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
375 (5.4%)
5-14 years
1,054 (15.1%)
15-19 years
603 (8.6%)
20-24 years
428 (6.1%)
25-34 years
487 (7.0%)
35-44 years
820 (11.7%)
45-54 years
1,161 (16.6%)
55-64 years
861 (12.3%)
65-74 years
639 (9.2%)
75-84 years
388 (5.6%)
85+ years
160 (2.3%)

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