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North Wollongong

NSW 2500 • Rest of NSW

2,299
Population (2021)
$36,868
Median Income
2.42 km²
Area
6m
Elevation
Beach LifestyleUniversity PrecinctCoastalCommuter-Friendly

About North Wollongong

North Wollongong is a vibrant coastal suburb wedged between the CBD and the stunning beaches of Wollongong's northern coast. With a population of around 2,300, it serves as the university precinct, home to the University of Wollongong's main campus. The suburb enjoys excellent transport links via its own train station on the South Coast line, making Sydney commutes feasible at around 90 minutes.

The lifestyle here revolves around beach culture and student energy—North Wollongong Beach is a local favourite, the Blue Mile coastal walk passes through, and cafes cater to the university crowd. The mix of students, young professionals, and long-term residents creates a dynamic community that's both relaxed and active. North Wollongong attracts those seeking affordable coastal living with genuine city access, whether studying, working remotely, or commuting to Sydney.

North Wollongong falls under postcode 2500 and is governed by Wollongong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollongong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2500
Urban Area
Wollongong
LGA
Wollongong
Federal Electorate
Cunningham
State Electorate
Wollongong
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.41°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
2.42 km²
Elevation
6m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

North Wollongong
0.5 km
6 min
Wollongong
1.5 km
18 min
Fairy Meadow
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • Free Gong Shuttle — Wollongong CBD loop 10-15 min
  • 34A, 34B — University of Wollongong 5 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
90 min to Central via South Coast Line
By Bus
Limited direct services
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min via M1
By Car (Off-Peak)
70-80 min via M1

🛣️ Hourly direct trains to Sydney; frequent services to Wollongong CBD

Walkability Very Walkable

Beach, university, and local shops all within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$395
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
30 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,608
Census 2021
2,299
▼ 11.8% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,024
Income 2021
$36,868
▲ 53.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,551
Born Overseas 679

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 78
  • 2. India 47
  • 3. China 39
  • 4. Italy 34
  • 5. Nepal 34
  • 6. Sri Lanka 26
  • 7. New Zealand 25
  • 8. North Macedonia 23
  • 9. Vietnam 22
  • 10. United States 21
  • 11. Philippines 19
  • 12. Pakistan 17
  • 13. Germany 15
  • 14. Iraq 15
  • 15. South Africa 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 783
Australian 682
Irish 274
Scottish 185
Italian 170
German 92
Chinese 73
Indian 59
Australian Aboriginal 56
Dutch 54

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,048
Both parents born in Australia
846
Both parents born overseas
332
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
45.5%
Christianity
39.2%
Islam
4.5%
Hinduism
3.3%
Buddhism
2.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
60 (2.6%)
5-14 years
100 (4.3%)
15-19 years
212 (9.2%)
20-24 years
365 (15.9%)
25-34 years
611 (26.6%)
35-44 years
218 (9.5%)
45-54 years
213 (9.3%)
55-64 years
218 (9.5%)
65-74 years
201 (8.7%)
75-84 years
80 (3.5%)
85+ years
20 (0.9%)

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