Tarrawanna
NSW 2518 • Rest of NSW
About Tarrawanna
Tarrawanna is a quiet residential suburb nestled at the base of the Illawarra Escarpment, 7 kilometres north of the Wollongong CBD in the City of Wollongong. With a population of 2,184 (2021 census) and a median age of 48, this is a settled, family-oriented community on the traditional lands of the Dharawal people. The name is believed to derive from an Aboriginal word meaning "place of many trees."
The suburb has a charming village centre with cafés, food outlets, a microbrewery, and a hairdresser, creating a genuine community hub. Families are drawn to the safe, leafy streets, Tarrawanna Public School, and easy access to escarpment bushwalking trails with panoramic views. Annual events like the Tarrawanna Village Fair and Art Show foster strong community bonds. The elevated position gives many homes escarpment views, while beaches are just a short drive away.
Tarrawanna falls under postcode 2518 and is governed by Wollongong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Keira electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 3, 7, 8 — Wollongong CBD via Fairy Meadow and Corrimal 15-25 min
- 90 — Wollongong to Thirroul express 20 min
Commute to Wollongong
🛣️ No train station in Tarrawanna itself—Corrimal and Fairy Meadow stations are closest. Buses run regularly along Princes Highway.
Village shops walkable; bus stops on Princes Highway for Wollongong; car helpful but not essential for daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bellambi Public School ICSEA 8074284 8666 Owen Park Rd
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2 Cawley Street
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4 Wilford Street
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Corrimal East Public School ICSEA 10464284 4582 Duff Parade
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Corrimal High School ICSEA 9404285 1199 Murray Rd
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Corrimal Public School ICSEA 10134284 4231 Princes Hwy
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109 Princes Highway
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Tarrawanna Public School ICSEA 9824284 4399 33 Kendall St
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 Tarrawanna by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Tarrawanna Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Tarrawanna" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
95 state housing + 32 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. Italy 54
- 3. New Zealand 31
- 4. Scotland 22
- 5. North Macedonia 21
- 6. India 19
- 7. Netherlands 19
- 8. United States 14
- 9. Germany 13
- 10. South Africa 13
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)