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Ramsgate Beach

NSW 2217 • Greater Sydney

1,734
Population (2021)
$44,720
Median Income
0.40 km²
Area
$480/wk
Median Rent
BeachsideSuburbanEstablishedFamily-FriendlyHarbourside

About Ramsgate Beach

Ramsgate Beach is a small beachside suburb in southern Sydney, situated approximately 16 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD within the Bayside Council area. One of the most compact suburbs in the St George region at just 0.4 square kilometres, it had a population of 1,734 at the 2021 Census, representing steady growth from 1,660 in 2016. The median age of 45 and median household income of $1,475 per week place Ramsgate Beach in a comfortable mid-range bracket, drawing a mix of established families and downsizers attracted to the coastal foreshore setting.

The suburb is centred around its foreshore reserve and beach on Botany Bay, providing residents with a relaxed waterfront lifestyle including walking paths, picnic areas, and safe swimming. The nearby Ramsgate Road and Rocky Point Road corridors offer local cafes, restaurants, and small retail, while larger shopping is available at Rockdale and Hurstville a short drive away. Bus services connect to Kogarah and Rockdale railway stations (both on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line), making a city commute viable. Ramsgate Beach's compact size, foreshore access, and southern Sydney location make it particularly popular with families and sea-changers seeking proximity to both the beach and city services.

Ramsgate Beach falls under postcode 2217 and is governed by Rockdale Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Rockdale electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2217
Urban Area
Rockdale
LGA / Council
Rockdale
Federal Electorate
Kingsford Smith
State Electorate
Rockdale
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.98°, 151.15°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.40 km²
Elevation
6m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kogarah
2.5 km
30 min
Rockdale
2.8 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • Route 478, 492 — Rockdale and Kogarah stations 10-15 min to station

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
16 km
By Train
Approx. 35-40 min to Sydney CBD via T4 line from Kogarah or Rockdale station
By Car (Peak)
30-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-30 min

🛣️ Bus connections to Kogarah and Rockdale stations. The Princes Highway and General Holmes Drive provide road access. No train station within the suburb.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Foreshore reserve and local eateries are walkable; train stations and larger shops require a bus or short drive

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Ramsgate Beach by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Ramsgate Beach Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Ramsgate Beach" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$480
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,184
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
45 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.4%

0 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,660
Census 2021
1,734
▲ 4.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$39,624
Income 2021
$44,720
▲ 12.9% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,056
Born Overseas 596

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Greece 64
  • 2. England 51
  • 3. Egypt 40
  • 4. New Zealand 28
  • 5. Lebanon 27
  • 6. North Macedonia 26
  • 7. India 22
  • 8. Italy 19
  • 9. Brazil 17
  • 10. China 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 391
Australian 338
Greek 257
Irish 129
Italian 118
Scottish 91
Macedonian 63
Lebanese 57
Chinese 49
Serbian 37

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

501
Both parents born in Australia
925
Both parents born overseas
229
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
65.3%
No Religion
21.0%
Islam
3.9%
Hinduism
1.6%
Buddhism
0.7%
Judaism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
106 (6.1%)
5-14 years
170 (9.8%)
15-19 years
53 (3.1%)
20-24 years
59 (3.4%)
25-34 years
206 (11.9%)
35-44 years
263 (15.2%)
45-54 years
228 (13.1%)
55-64 years
224 (12.9%)
65-74 years
202 (11.6%)
75-84 years
167 (9.6%)
85+ years
65 (3.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ramsgate Beach known for? +

Ramsgate Beach is known for its foreshore reserve and beach on Botany Bay, offering residents and visitors a relaxed waterfront setting with walking paths, picnic areas, and safe swimming. It is one of the quieter beachside pockets in southern Sydney, popular with families and downsizers.

How far is Ramsgate Beach from Sydney CBD? +

Ramsgate Beach is approximately 16 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD, typically a 30–50 minute drive in peak hours. By public transport, bus connections to Kogarah or Rockdale stations put the CBD around 35–40 minutes away by train.

Does Ramsgate Beach have public transport? +

Ramsgate Beach does not have its own train station, but bus routes (including Routes 478 and 492) connect the suburb to Kogarah and Rockdale railway stations, both on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line. From there, frequent trains run to Sydney CBD.

What is the population of Ramsgate Beach? +

Ramsgate Beach had a population of 1,734 at the 2021 Census, up from 1,660 in 2016. Despite its small geographic size of just 0.4 square kilometres, it supports a well-established residential community.

Is Ramsgate Beach a good place to live? +

Ramsgate Beach offers a highly liveable coastal lifestyle in southern Sydney, with foreshore access, local cafes, and manageable CBD commute times. It suits families, retirees, and professionals who want beach proximity without the premium price tag of Sydney's eastern suburbs beaches.

What is the postcode for Ramsgate Beach? +

The postcode for Ramsgate Beach, New South Wales is 2217.