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Minnamurra

NSW 2533 • Illawarra

804
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
1.66 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Minnamurra

Minnamurra is a small coastal village in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, located approximately 6 kilometres north of Kiama and 117 kilometres south of Sydney, within the Municipality of Kiama. With a population of around 804 residents, the village is named after the Minnamurra River — an Aboriginal word meaning 'plenty of fish' — which flows through the area before meeting the ocean at a scenic beach and sand spit. The village is located at sea level and covers a compact area of approximately 1.66 square kilometres along the Illawarra coastline.

Minnamurra's lifestyle revolves around its natural assets: the river mouth beach, calm inlet waters ideal for kayaking and fishing, and the nearby Minnamurra Rainforest at Budderoo National Park, which draws tens of thousands of visitors each year. The village has a quiet, established community of owner-occupiers — many of whom are retirees or sea-changers seeking coastal tranquillity within commuting distance of Wollongong and Sydney. A train station on the NSW TrainLink South Coast Line, opened in 1891, provides rail access to Wollongong and Sydney for those who commute. The Kiama Coastal Walk and surrounding surf beaches add to the area's enduring appeal.

Minnamurra falls under postcode 2533 and is governed by Municipality of Kiama Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kiama electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2533
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Municipality of Kiama
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
Kiama
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.65°, 150.76°
Statistical Area
Illawarra
Area
1.66 km²
Elevation
7m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Minnamurra Station
0.3 km
4 min

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach connections — Kiama / Wollongong 10-35 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
117 km
By Train
Approx. 2 hr via NSW TrainLink South Coast Line to Central Station
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min – 2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min

🛣️ South Coast Line stops at Minnamurra; Wollongong approx. 35 min by train

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Compact village layout allows walking to beach, train station and local park; car needed for shops and schools in Kiama

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Minnamurra by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Minnamurra Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Minnamurra" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
804
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
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Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What train line serves Minnamurra? +

Minnamurra has its own train station on the NSW TrainLink South Coast Line, which provides services north to Wollongong (approx. 35 minutes) and Sydney Central (approx. 2 hours), and south to Kiama.

What is Minnamurra famous for? +

Minnamurra is well known for its scenic river mouth beach, the Minnamurra Rainforest boardwalk within Budderoo National Park, and the Minnamurra River which offers fishing and kayaking opportunities.

What LGA is Minnamurra in? +

Minnamurra is located within the Municipality of Kiama on the NSW South Coast, approximately 6 km north of Kiama town centre.

What is the population of Minnamurra? +

Minnamurra has a population of approximately 804 people according to the 2021 Australian Census.