Kurnell

NSW 2231 • Greater Sydney

2,528
Population (2021)
$42,172
Median Income
19.20 km²
Area
1m
Elevation

About Kurnell

Kurnell is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Sutherland Shire (Area) area. With a population of 2,528 and a median income of $42,172, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 19.20 km² at an elevation of 1m, 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. Kurnell delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Kurnell falls under postcode 2231 and is governed by Sutherland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cronulla electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2231
Urban Area
Sutherland Shire - East
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.02°, 151.19°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
19.20 km²
Elevation
1m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Cape Solander Drive Kurnell • SHR #01918

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$550
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,267
Census 2021
2,528
11.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,364
Income 2021
$42,172
7.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,141
Born Overseas 296

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 84
  • 2. New Zealand 40
  • 3. Scotland 10
  • 4. South Africa 10
  • 5. China 8
  • 6. Netherlands 8
  • 7. United States 8
  • 8. Canada 7
  • 9. Croatia 7
  • 10. Ireland 7
  • 11. Philippines 7
  • 12. Papua New Guinea 6
  • 13. Wales 6
  • 14. Germany 5
  • 15. Chile 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,051
English 1,040
Irish 317
Scottish 228
Italian 113
Australian Aboriginal 99
German 85
Dutch 62
Greek 61
Maori 52

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,602
Both parents born in Australia
436
Both parents born overseas
389
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.6%
No Religion
41.7%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.7%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
195 (7.7%)
5-14 years
405 (16.0%)
15-19 years
199 (7.9%)
20-24 years
111 (4.4%)
25-34 years
243 (9.6%)
35-44 years
361 (14.3%)
45-54 years
368 (14.6%)
55-64 years
295 (11.7%)
65-74 years
209 (8.3%)
75-84 years
118 (4.7%)
85+ years
35 (1.4%)

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