Loftus
NSW 2232 • Greater Sydney
About Loftus
Loftus is a leafy residential suburb in the Sutherland Shire, located approximately 29 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD. With a population of around 3,200, the suburb sits at the gateway to the Royal National Park, one of the oldest national parks in the world. Loftus features a mix of mid-century and modern homes on spacious blocks, surrounded by native bushland. The suburb has a quiet, semi-rural feel despite its proximity to metropolitan Sydney.
Loftus is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with the Royal National Park offering world-class bushwalking, cycling, and swimming at nearby Audley and Wattamolla. The suburb is home to the Sydney Tramway Museum, a popular family attraction that runs vintage trams along a heritage line. Families are drawn to the area for its excellent schools, safe streets, and proximity to nature. Local shopping is available in nearby Engadine and Sutherland, while the Loftus Oval precinct serves as a community sporting hub.
Loftus falls under postcode 2232 and is governed by Sutherland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Heathcote electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 993 — Sutherland Station 10 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Direct train to Central via T4 Illawarra Line. Also accessible via Princes Highway.
Limited local shops; most errands require driving to Engadine or Sutherland. Train station provides excellent rail access to Sydney.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Grays Point Public School ICSEA 11139524 3096 109 Angle Rd
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Bates Drive School ICSEA 10189521 6049 Bates Drive
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Kareela Public School ICSEA 11029528 5444 53 FREYA STREET
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Kirrawee High School ICSEA 10929521 2099 21-29 Hunter St
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Kirrawee Public School ICSEA 1050156 BATH ROAD
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Cook School ICSEA 95602 8539 7155 Rawson Ave
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Loftus Public School ICSEA 10799521 1066 Tenth Ave
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Minerva School ICSEA 10399521 3439 Eton St
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551 President Avenue
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Belmont Street
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Sutherland North Public School ICSEA 10739521 2226 12-18 Auburn St
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Sutherland Public School ICSEA 11019521 2478 38-54 Eton Street
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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 Loftus by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Loftus Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Loftus" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
13 state housing + 3 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. England 129
- 2. New Zealand 47
- 3. China 22
- 4. United States 21
- 5. Ireland 15
- 6. Germany 14
- 7. South Africa 14
- 8. Philippines 13
- 9. Italy 9
- 10. Fiji 8
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)