Keiraville
NSW 2500 • Rest of NSW
About Keiraville
Keiraville is a leafy suburban locality on the western slopes of the Illawarra escarpment in Wollongong, about 80 km south of Sydney. With a population of around 4,000, it is best known as the home of the University of Wollongong, which strongly influences the suburb's character. The median age of 26 reflects the large student population, alongside established family homes in the quieter streets.
Keiraville offers a unique blend of university life and bushland serenity, with the Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area providing walking trails and stunning views right at the suburb's doorstep. The Botanic Garden and Gleniffer Brae manor house are popular attractions. Local shops along Gipps Road cater to daily needs, while Wollongong's city centre is just minutes away for more extensive shopping and dining options.
Keiraville falls under postcode 2500 and is governed by Wollongong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Keira electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 55A/55C — Keiraville to Wollongong Station via University 10 min
- Free Shuttle — University of Wollongong campus loop 5 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Wollongong CBD is the primary employment centre (5 min drive). Sydney commute via South Coast line or M1 Motorway.
University area is well-connected by footpaths and bus. Hilly terrain makes walking less practical for some trips. Local shops on Gipps Road within walking distance.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Coniston Public School ICSEA 9904229 1117 CONISTON PUBLIC SCHOOL 123 AUBURN STREET
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Gwynneville Public School ICSEA 10654229 5728 10 Acacia St
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2 Vickery Street
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Keiraville Public School ICSEA 11034229 4117 286 Gipps Road
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Mount Keira Public School ICSEA 10724229 1446 255 Mount Keira Rd
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112 Mount Keira Rd
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Lindsay Park Public School ICSEA 10684229 2487 Thames St
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Mount St Thomas Public School ICSEA 10704229 2192 Taronga Ave
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Para Meadows School ICSEA 9454229 1922 56 Porter St
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Smiths Hill High School ICSEA 11864229 4266 35-37 Gipps St
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15 Harbour Street
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Western Avenue
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Wollongong Public School ICSEA 1084Church St
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Wollongong West Public School ICSEA 991Crown St West
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1 Princes Highway
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Keiraville, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Keiraville by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Keiraville Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Keiraville" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
29 state housing + 12 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 161
- 2. China 130
- 3. England 114
- 4. Pakistan 32
- 5. United States 31
- 6. New Zealand 23
- 7. Vietnam 23
- 8. Italy 19
- 9. Canada 17
- 10. Indonesia 17
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)