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Unanderra

NSW 2526 • Rest of NSW

5,476
Population (2021)
$29,276
Median Income
6.50 km²
Area
24m
Elevation

About Unanderra

Unanderra is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Wollongong (City) area. With a population of 5,476 and a median income of $29,276, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 6.50 km² at an elevation of 24m, 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 Unanderra provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Unanderra falls under postcode 2526 and is governed by Wollongong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollongong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2526
Urban Area
Wollongong
LGA
Wollongong
Federal Electorate
Cunningham
State Electorate
Wollongong
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.46°, 150.85°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
6.50 km²
Elevation
24m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    4-8 Tannery Street Unanderra 2526 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$285
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,434
Census 2021
5,476
▲ 0.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,700
Income 2021
$29,276
▲ 18.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,002
Born Overseas 1,131

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 201
  • 2. Italy 82
  • 3. North Macedonia 65
  • 4. Philippines 64
  • 5. Croatia 57
  • 6. New Zealand 52
  • 7. India 45
  • 8. Scotland 35
  • 9. Bosnia & Herzegovina 25
  • 10. Germany 25
  • 11. Chile 21
  • 12. China 19
  • 13. Netherlands 19
  • 14. Thailand 18
  • 15. Turkey 18

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,961
English 1,861
Scottish 478
Irish 477
Italian 315
Australian Aboriginal 238
German 212
Macedonian 142
Croatian 118
Serbian 87

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,778
Both parents born in Australia
1,533
Both parents born overseas
747
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.1%
No Religion
35.7%
Islam
3.1%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
317 (5.8%)
5-14 years
607 (11.1%)
15-19 years
323 (5.9%)
20-24 years
305 (5.6%)
25-34 years
720 (13.1%)
35-44 years
618 (11.3%)
45-54 years
599 (10.9%)
55-64 years
608 (11.1%)
65-74 years
593 (10.8%)
75-84 years
457 (8.3%)
85+ years
317 (5.8%)

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