Port Hacking
NSW 2229 • Greater Sydney
About Port Hacking
Port Hacking is a small, exclusive waterfront suburb in Sydney's Sutherland Shire, situated on the northern shore of the Port Hacking estuary approximately 26.7 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD. The suburb is one of Sydney's smallest by area at just 0.4 square kilometres, yet recorded a population of 1,210 at the 2021 census, reflecting its dense collection of waterfront homes and exclusive residential character. Port Hacking adjoins the Royal National Park — the world's second-oldest national park — to the south, giving the suburb an extraordinary natural setting of waterway, bushland and open estuary that few Sydney suburbs can match. The surrounding Port Hacking estuary is a protected waterway popular with boating, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and fishing enthusiasts.
Port Hacking offers an aspirational waterfront lifestyle combining the serenity of an estuarine setting, direct access to the Royal National Park's extensive trail network, and proximity to Sydney's southern beaches and the services of Cronulla. Cronulla's vibrant main beach precinct with its cafes, restaurants, shops and the Cronulla station on the T4 Cronulla line is approximately 5 kilometres to the north. Caringbah (6 km) provides everyday retail and medical services. The suburb's waterfront properties command significant premiums in one of Sydney's most sought-after addresses, attracting established professional families and retirees drawn to the unique combination of water access, national park adjacency and Sydney proximity.
Port Hacking falls under postcode 2229 and is governed by Sutherland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cronulla electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 523,525 — Cronulla Station / Caringbah ~15 min to Cronulla
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Cronulla station (5 km) provides the most practical train access to the CBD. Limited street parking in Port Hacking; boat is a popular local transport option. Water taxi services operate on the Port Hacking estuary.
Port Hacking has no local shops given its tiny area. Residents drive to Cronulla or Caringbah for all services. However, the waterfront walking paths, national park trails and water access make it exceptionally walkable for recreation.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Caringbah High School ICSEA 11729524 3859 85 Willarong Rd
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Caringbah North Public School ICSEA 10869524 6098 125 Cawarra Rd
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Caringbah Public School ICSEA 1088Port Hacking Rd
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389 Port Hacking Road
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Endeavour Sports High School ICSEA 1040Taren Pt Rd & The Boulevarde
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Laguna Street Public School ICSEA 10849524 3752 204 Caringbah Road
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389 Port Hacking Road South
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Lilli Pilli Public School ICSEA 1113Lilli Pilli Point Rd
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Taren Point Public School ICSEA 10439524 6379 93 Woodlands Rd
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Port Hacking, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Port Hacking by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Port Hacking Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Port Hacking" under Suburb
Housing 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 46
- 2. China 14
- 3. Greece 11
- 4. New Zealand 7
- 5. Italy 6
- 6. Lebanon 6
- 7. Malaysia 6
- 8. Canada 5
- 9. Hong Kong 5
- 10. Taiwan 5
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)