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Helensburgh

NSW 2508 • Rest of NSW

6,576
Population (2021)
$51,012
Median Income
18.48 km²
Area
219m
Elevation

About Helensburgh

Helensburgh is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Wollongong (City) area. With a population of 6,576 and a median income of $51,012, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 18.48 km² at an elevation of 219m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 219m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Helensburgh offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Helensburgh falls under postcode 2508 and is governed by Wollongong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Heathcote electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2508
Urban Area
Wollongong
LGA
Wollongong
Federal Electorate
Cunningham
State Electorate
Heathcote
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.18°, 150.98°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
18.48 km²
Elevation
219m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    19-31 Walker Street Helensburgh 2508 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Helensburgh, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Helensburgh Railway Station group
Tunnel Road, North Of, Helensburgh • SHR #01168
Lilyvale railway tunnels
Illawarra railway, Lilyvale • SHR #01179
Royal National Park Coastal Cabin Communities
Royal National Park , Royal National Park • SHR #01878

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$535
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,500
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,383
Census 2021
6,576
▲ 3.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$43,004
Income 2021
$51,012
▲ 18.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,628
Born Overseas 814

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 297
  • 2. New Zealand 75
  • 3. Scotland 37
  • 4. United States 34
  • 5. South Africa 28
  • 6. India 24
  • 7. Canada 21
  • 8. Germany 18
  • 9. China 17
  • 10. Ireland 17
  • 11. Philippines 15
  • 12. Netherlands 14
  • 13. Greece 11
  • 14. Wales 11
  • 15. Malta 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 3,022
English 2,911
Irish 910
Scottish 768
German 210
Australian Aboriginal 207
Italian 185
Dutch 131
Maltese 84
Chinese 79

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,243
Both parents born in Australia
1,047
Both parents born overseas
1,081
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.9%
No Religion
44.5%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.5%
Islam
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
504 (7.7%)
5-14 years
971 (14.8%)
15-19 years
433 (6.6%)
20-24 years
382 (5.8%)
25-34 years
745 (11.3%)
35-44 years
966 (14.7%)
45-54 years
932 (14.2%)
55-64 years
807 (12.3%)
65-74 years
501 (7.6%)
75-84 years
264 (4.0%)
85+ years
80 (1.2%)

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