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Heathcote

NSW 2233 • Greater Sydney

6,148
Population (2021)
$49,764
Median Income
10.17 km²
Area
$520/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyHistoricBushlandRetirees

About Heathcote

Heathcote is a leafy suburb in Sydney's Sutherland Shire, located approximately 33 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD at an elevation of 81 metres. With a population of around 6,148 residents, it sits on the edge of Royal National Park and Heathcote National Park, giving the area a distinctive bushland character unlike most metropolitan suburbs. The Illawarra railway line bisects the suburb, with Heathcote Station serving as a central hub for commuters and visitors. Predominantly residential in nature, Heathcote has maintained much of its heritage character, including the heritage-listed Heathcote Hall.

Life in Heathcote is defined by its close proximity to nature — residents enjoy bush walking, mountain biking, and camping in the surrounding national parks. A small village-style shopping strip along the Princes Highway offers everyday conveniences, cafés, and local services. The community skews slightly older, with a median age of 43, and is strongly Anglo-Celtic in heritage with a stable, established demographic. Families are drawn here for the quieter pace, good local schools, and a strong sense of community far from the bustle of inner Sydney.

Heathcote falls under postcode 2233 and is governed by Sutherland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Heathcote electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2233
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Sutherland Shire
Federal Electorate
Hughes
State Electorate
Heathcote
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.08°, 151.00°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
10.17 km²
Elevation
81m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Heathcote Station
0.3 km
4 min

Bus Services

  • 984 — Sutherland 20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
33 km
By Train
55 min to Central Station (T4 line)
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35 min

🛣️ T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line with direct services to City Circle

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Walkable near the station and village strip; bushland terrain limits connectivity elsewhere

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Heathcote Hall
1-21 Dillwynnia Grove Heathcote • SHR #00191

🔍 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 Heathcote by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Heathcote Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$520
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,553
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.3%

0 state housing + 7 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,013
Census 2021
6,148
▲ 2.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,676
Income 2021
$49,764
▲ 25.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,286
Born Overseas 735

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 239
  • 2. New Zealand 51
  • 3. South Africa 31
  • 4. Netherlands 26
  • 5. Germany 24
  • 6. China 23
  • 7. Ireland 22
  • 8. Scotland 21
  • 9. United States 17
  • 10. Thailand 16

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,697
Australian 2,685
Irish 837
Scottish 690
German 208
Italian 207
Dutch 124
Australian Aboriginal 82
Greek 81
Chinese 80

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,021
Both parents born in Australia
963
Both parents born overseas
862
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
55.8%
No Religion
37.0%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
344 (5.6%)
5-14 years
800 (13.0%)
15-19 years
362 (5.9%)
20-24 years
328 (5.3%)
25-34 years
598 (9.7%)
35-44 years
788 (12.8%)
45-54 years
831 (13.5%)
55-64 years
690 (11.2%)
65-74 years
608 (9.9%)
75-84 years
466 (7.6%)
85+ years
329 (5.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What train line serves Heathcote? +

Heathcote is served by Sydney Trains T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line, with trains running to Central Station in approximately 55 minutes. Limited South Coast Line intercity services also stop at Heathcote Station.

Is Heathcote close to national parks? +

Yes — Heathcote borders both Royal National Park and Heathcote National Park, making it one of the few Sydney suburbs with direct bushland access from residential streets.

What is the median rent in Heathcote? +

The median weekly rent in Heathcote is $520 according to the 2021 Census.

What schools are in Heathcote? +

Heathcote has two government primary schools — Heathcote Public School and Heathcote East Public School — as well as Heathcote High School for secondary students.

What LGA is Heathcote in? +

Heathcote is part of the Sutherland Shire local government area.