Kogarah Bay

NSW 2217 • Greater Sydney

2,102
Population (2021)
$43,524
Median Income
0.67 km²
Area
19m
Elevation

About Kogarah Bay

Kogarah Bay is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Georges River (Area) area. With a population of 2,102 and a median income of $43,524, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 0.67 km² at an elevation of 19m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Kogarah Bay delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Kogarah Bay falls under postcode 2217 and is governed by Georges River Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kogarah electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2217
Urban Area
Kogarah
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.98°, 151.12°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.67 km²
Elevation
19m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$650
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,963
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
44 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,022
Census 2021
2,102
4.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$36,504
Income 2021
$43,524
19.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,352
Born Overseas 689

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 103
  • 2. Greece 95
  • 3. Egypt 60
  • 4. Italy 44
  • 5. North Macedonia 40
  • 6. England 31
  • 7. Lebanon 29
  • 8. Vietnam 22
  • 9. Croatia 19
  • 10. Brazil 18
  • 11. New Zealand 18
  • 12. Hong Kong 14
  • 13. India 14
  • 14. Nepal 10
  • 15. Philippines 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Greek 398
Australian 324
English 299
Chinese 228
Italian 194
Lebanese 143
Macedonian 141
Irish 126
Scottish 85
Croatian 56

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

610
Both parents born in Australia
1,169
Both parents born overseas
247
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
68.4%
No Religion
18.4%
Islam
4.9%
Buddhism
2.3%
Hinduism
1.5%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
84 (4.0%)
5-14 years
262 (12.5%)
15-19 years
150 (7.1%)
20-24 years
137 (6.5%)
25-34 years
206 (9.8%)
35-44 years
221 (10.5%)
45-54 years
322 (15.3%)
55-64 years
321 (15.3%)
65-74 years
195 (9.3%)
75-84 years
146 (6.9%)
85+ years
60 (2.9%)

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