Mount Ousley
NSW 2519 • Rest of NSW
About Mount Ousley
Mount Ousley is a leafy residential suburb perched on the foothills of Mount Keira, just 4 kilometres from Wollongong's CBD in the Illawarra region. With around 1,600 residents, this compact community enjoys an elevated position with bushland surrounds and easy access to the University of Wollongong. The suburb takes its name from the steep road that crosses the Illawarra Escarpment connecting Wollongong to Sydney.
Living in Mount Ousley means embracing nature at your doorstep—walking trails wind through native bushland, and the coastal beaches are just minutes away. The suburb's proximity to the university creates a mix of academics, students, and families who value the quiet, green setting while remaining close to Wollongong's amenities. Mount Ousley attracts those seeking an escape from suburban density without sacrificing urban convenience.
Mount Ousley falls under postcode 2519 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 — Wollongong CBD, University 5-10 min
- 3, 7 — Fairy Meadow, North Wollongong 5-8 min
- 887 — Sydney via Princes Highway 2h
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Most residents work in Wollongong; some commute to Sydney via train
Hilly terrain limits walkability; local bus connections to university and Wollongong CBD; car useful for escarpment access
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Balgownie Public School ICSEA 10764284 4245 Balgownie Rd
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Fairy Meadow Public School ICSEA 10024284 2009 1 Balgownie Road
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Keira High School ICSEA 9844229 4644 3 Lysaght St
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Mount Ousley Public School ICSEA 107931 McGrath Street
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77 Princes Highway
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Towradgi Public School ICSEA 10314284 4527 Carters Lane
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4229 6844 Lysaght St
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21 Mt Ousley Road
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Pleasant Heights Public School ICSEA 11264284 6962 Alvan Pde
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 Mount Ousley by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Mount Ousley Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Mount Ousley" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
4 state housing + 4 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 38
- 2. China 35
- 3. Italy 22
- 4. India 18
- 5. New Zealand 18
- 6. Vietnam 12
- 7. Iraq 10
- 8. Philippines 10
- 9. Netherlands 8
- 10. Afghanistan 7
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)