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Tullimbar

NSW 2527 • Rest of NSW

1,840
Population (2021)
$51,376
Median Income
3.88 km²
Area
$520/wk
Median Rent
Growth SuburbFamily-FriendlyNew DevelopmentSemi-Rural

About Tullimbar

Tullimbar is a newer residential suburb in the Macquarie Valley area of the City of Shellharbour, New South Wales, situated approximately 24 kilometres south-west of Wollongong and 115 kilometres south of Sydney. Gazetted in 2016, it is one of the Illawarra region's more recently developed localities, with a 2021 population of 1,840 and a young median age of 32. The suburb covers around 3.9 square kilometres at a gentle elevation of 56 metres, offering a semi-rural residential setting with modern housing estates.

Tullimbar sits adjacent to Albion Park to the south-east and Calderwood to the north, forming part of Shellharbour's growing urban fringe. Residents are close to the Illawarra Highway and the Princes Motorway, providing convenient road access to Wollongong, the South Coast, and eventually Sydney. While the suburb itself is still developing its own retail and community infrastructure, nearby Albion Park provides everyday services, schools, and amenities. The area appeals strongly to young families and first-home buyers seeking more space at more accessible price points than Wollongong's inner suburbs.

Tullimbar falls under postcode 2527 and is governed by Shellharbour Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kiama electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2527
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Shellharbour
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Kiama
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.58°, 150.74°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
3.88 km²
Elevation
56m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Albion Park (no station — nearest is Unanderra)
12 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Busways / NSW TrainLink bus connections — Wollongong CBD / Albion Park 30-45 min to Wollongong

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
115 km
By Train
Drive to Unanderra or Dapto, then South Coast Line to Sydney (~90 min)
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min to Sydney CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
75-90 min to Sydney CBD

🛣️ Located near Illawarra Highway; Wollongong CBD is approx 25 min by car

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential in Tullimbar; the suburb is still developing and has minimal local retail or services

🛒 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 Tullimbar by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Tullimbar Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$520
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,383
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
32 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
532
Census 2021
1,840
▲ 245.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$40,300
Income 2021
$51,376
▲ 27.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,551
Born Overseas 248

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 64
  • 2. New Zealand 17
  • 3. South Africa 17
  • 4. India 12
  • 5. Philippines 12
  • 6. Ireland 10
  • 7. Netherlands 9
  • 8. China 8
  • 9. Thailand 7
  • 10. Italy 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 789
English 768
Scottish 193
Irish 174
Italian 105
German 83
Australian Aboriginal 61
Maltese 48
Dutch 43
Spanish 27

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,143
Both parents born in Australia
359
Both parents born overseas
283
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.6%
No Religion
41.0%
Buddhism
1.0%
Islam
0.8%
Hinduism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
188 (10.2%)
5-14 years
281 (15.3%)
15-19 years
97 (5.3%)
20-24 years
116 (6.3%)
25-34 years
333 (18.1%)
35-44 years
299 (16.3%)
45-54 years
196 (10.7%)
55-64 years
132 (7.2%)
65-74 years
146 (7.9%)
75-84 years
48 (2.6%)
85+ years
9 (0.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tullimbar known for? +

Tullimbar is a newer residential suburb established in 2016, known for its modern housing estates and growing family community on Shellharbour's expanding urban fringe. It forms part of the Macquarie Valley precinct, one of the Illawarra's key growth corridors.

How far is Tullimbar from Wollongong? +

Tullimbar is approximately 24 kilometres south-west of Wollongong CBD, a drive of around 25–35 minutes via the Illawarra Highway or Princes Motorway.

Does Tullimbar have public transport? +

Tullimbar has limited public transport; there is no train station in the suburb. The nearest rail access is at Unanderra (approximately 12 km north) on the South Coast Line. Bus connections to Wollongong and Albion Park are available, but a car is strongly recommended for day-to-day travel.

What is the population of Tullimbar? +

Tullimbar's 2021 Census population was 1,840 residents. As a suburb only gazetted in 2016, it is still growing as new housing estates are developed.

Is Tullimbar a good place to live? +

Tullimbar suits families and first-home buyers seeking modern, affordable housing within reach of Wollongong and the Illawarra region. The suburb is still maturing — local retail and services are limited — but it offers a quieter, semi-rural lifestyle with good road connections to the coast and beyond.

What is the postcode for Tullimbar? +

Tullimbar's postcode is 2527.