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Shellharbour

NSW 2529 • Rest of NSW

3,520
Population (2021)
$38,532
Median Income
2.48 km²
Area
2m
Elevation

About Shellharbour

Shellharbour is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Shellharbour (City) area. With a population of 3,520 and a median income of $38,532, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.48 km² at an elevation of 2m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Shellharbour provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Shellharbour falls under postcode 2529 and is governed by Shellharbour Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Shellharbour electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2529
Urban Area
Shellharbour
LGA
Shellharbour
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Shellharbour
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.58°, 150.86°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
2.48 km²
Elevation
2m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Shop 1201 Shellharbour Square Lake Entance Road Shellharbour 2529 NSW
  • Woolworths
    Stoney Range Centre, New Lake Entrance Road Shellharbour 2529 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,561
Census 2021
3,520
▼ 1.2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$32,604
Income 2021
$38,532
▲ 18.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,854
Born Overseas 529

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 159
  • 2. North Macedonia 44
  • 3. New Zealand 42
  • 4. Italy 23
  • 5. Malta 18
  • 6. Scotland 18
  • 7. United States 18
  • 8. South Africa 15
  • 9. Germany 10
  • 10. Ireland 10
  • 11. Thailand 9
  • 12. Chile 7
  • 13. Philippines 7
  • 14. Wales 7
  • 15. Egypt 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,446
Australian 1,336
Irish 418
Scottish 347
Italian 182
German 157
Macedonian 116
Australian Aboriginal 107
Maltese 75
Spanish 63

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,080
Both parents born in Australia
792
Both parents born overseas
500
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
57.0%
No Religion
36.3%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
155 (4.4%)
5-14 years
376 (10.7%)
15-19 years
235 (6.7%)
20-24 years
186 (5.3%)
25-34 years
386 (11.0%)
35-44 years
348 (9.9%)
45-54 years
450 (12.8%)
55-64 years
619 (17.6%)
65-74 years
450 (12.8%)
75-84 years
227 (6.4%)
85+ years
90 (2.6%)

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