Oyster Bay
NSW 2225 • Greater Sydney
About Oyster Bay
Oyster Bay is a peaceful waterfront suburb in Sydney Sutherland Shire, nestled along the shores of the Georges River about 28 kilometres south of the CBD. With approximately 4,500 residents, it is a quiet, predominantly residential area known for its leafy streets and water views. The suburb sits within Sutherland Shire and has a family-oriented demographic with high rates of home ownership.
The suburb offers a tranquil lifestyle with waterfront parks, bushwalking tracks, and easy access to the Georges River for kayaking and fishing. Jannali village is just five minutes away with cafés, restaurants, and shops, while Cronulla Beach is a short 20-minute drive. Oyster Bay is popular with established families who value the peaceful setting, strong sense of community, and proximity to national parks while remaining connected to Sydney employment centres.
Oyster Bay falls under postcode 2225 and is governed by Sutherland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Miranda electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- U-Go Mobility local — Caravan Head loop, Jannali Station 10-15 min
- 987 — Sutherland, Miranda 15-20 min
Commute to Sydney
🛣️ Bus to Jannali station then train to City; limited direct services
Hilly residential streets with no local shops; car or bus needed for errands
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.
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 Oyster Bay by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Oyster Bay Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Oyster Bay" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
10 state housing + 12 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 239
- 2. China 88
- 3. New Zealand 79
- 4. South Africa 36
- 5. Ireland 27
- 6. United States 27
- 7. Germany 26
- 8. India 24
- 9. Italy 24
- 10. Scotland 22
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)