North Wollongong
NSW 2500 • Rest of NSW
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
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Free Gong Shuttle — Wollongong CBD loop 10-15 min
- 34A, 34B — University of Wollongong 5 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Hourly direct trains to Sydney; frequent services to Wollongong CBD
Beach, university, and local shops all within walking distance
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Coniston Public School ICSEA 9904229 1117 CONISTON PUBLIC SCHOOL 123 AUBURN STREET
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Gwynneville Public School ICSEA 10654229 5728 10 Acacia St
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2 Vickery Street
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Keiraville Public School ICSEA 11034229 4117 286 Gipps Road
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Mount Keira Public School ICSEA 10724229 1446 255 Mount Keira Rd
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112 Mount Keira Rd
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Lindsay Park Public School ICSEA 10684229 2487 Thames St
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Mount St Thomas Public School ICSEA 10704229 2192 Taronga Ave
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Para Meadows School ICSEA 9454229 1922 56 Porter St
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Smiths Hill High School ICSEA 11864229 4266 35-37 Gipps St
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15 Harbour Street
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Western Avenue
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Wollongong Public School ICSEA 1084Church St
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Wollongong West Public School ICSEA 991Crown St West
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1 Princes Highway
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 North Wollongong by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View North Wollongong Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "North Wollongong" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
86 state housing + 0 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 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
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)