Mount Warrigal
NSW 2528 • Rest of NSW
About Mount Warrigal
Mount Warrigal is a residential suburb in the Shellharbour local government area of the Illawarra region, New South Wales, located approximately 100 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD. With a population of around 4,880 at the 2021 census, the suburb sits on elevated terrain around Native Dog Hill (76m) overlooking Lake Illawarra to the north and east. The median age of 42 reflects a mature, settled community with a mix of established families and retirees. The suburb is predominantly Australian-born residents in a mix of detached houses on generous blocks.
Mount Warrigal offers a relaxed coastal-adjacent lifestyle with easy access to Lake Illawarra for fishing, kayaking, and walking trails. The suburb is served by local shops and is close to Warilla Grove Shopping Centre for major retail needs. Shellharbour Village and its beaches are a short drive away, making weekend recreation convenient. The area attracts families and downsizers seeking affordable housing in the Illawarra with a strong community feel and proximity to nature.
Mount Warrigal falls under postcode 2528 and is governed by Shellharbour Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Shellharbour electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 53 — Shellharbour via Warilla 15 mins
- 55 — Wollongong via Lake Illawarra 45 mins
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Wollongong CBD is 25 mins by car; many residents commute there instead of Sydney
Some local shops and schools within walking distance but most errands require a car
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Barrack Heights Public School ICSEA 873Hunter St
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Warilla High School ICSEA 968Keross Ave
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Lake Illawarra High School ICSEA 894Reddall Pde
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Lake Illawarra South Public School ICSEA 954109-129 Reddall Pde
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Mount Warrigal Public School ICSEA 885Hogarth Ave
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Peterborough School ICSEA 938William Ave
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Warilla North Public School ICSEA 872Oldfield St
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Warilla Public School ICSEA 937Leawarra Ave
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Windang Public School ICSEA 988Oakland Ave
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 Warrigal by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Mount Warrigal Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Mount Warrigal" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
177 state housing + 5 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 187
- 2. New Zealand 76
- 3. North Macedonia 54
- 4. Germany 50
- 5. Italy 49
- 6. Turkey 39
- 7. Malta 34
- 8. Scotland 24
- 9. Chile 23
- 10. Philippines 23
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)