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Kanahooka

NSW 2530 • Rest of NSW

5,698
Population (2021)
$33,332
Median Income
3.67 km²
Area
11m
Elevation

About Kanahooka

Kanahooka is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Wollongong (City) area. With a population of 5,698 and a median income of $33,332, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.67 km² at an elevation of 11m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Kanahooka provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Kanahooka falls under postcode 2530 and is governed by Wollongong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollongong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2530
Urban Area
Wollongong
LGA
Wollongong
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Wollongong
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.49°, 150.82°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
3.67 km²
Elevation
11m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
48 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,575
Census 2021
5,698
▲ 2.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,664
Income 2021
$33,332
▲ 20.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,399
Born Overseas 1,097

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 391
  • 2. Scotland 73
  • 3. Germany 68
  • 4. Philippines 56
  • 5. Italy 52
  • 6. New Zealand 49
  • 7. North Macedonia 35
  • 8. Wales 31
  • 9. Netherlands 28
  • 10. Malta 26
  • 11. South Africa 24
  • 12. India 20
  • 13. China 15
  • 14. Ireland 12
  • 15. Fiji 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,554
Australian 2,219
Irish 562
Scottish 552
Italian 273
German 253
Australian Aboriginal 181
Dutch 115
Macedonian 101
Maltese 94

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,181
Both parents born in Australia
1,493
Both parents born overseas
815
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
59.7%
No Religion
34.4%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.3%
Islam
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
285 (5.0%)
5-14 years
629 (11.0%)
15-19 years
301 (5.3%)
20-24 years
261 (4.6%)
25-34 years
535 (9.4%)
35-44 years
608 (10.7%)
45-54 years
675 (11.8%)
55-64 years
638 (11.2%)
65-74 years
826 (14.5%)
75-84 years
657 (11.5%)
85+ years
272 (4.8%)

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