Woolooware

NSW 2230 • Greater Sydney

5,060
Population (2021)
$58,812
Median Income
1.86 km²
Area
$550/wk
Median Rent
CoastalFamily-FriendlyWell-ConnectedBeach LifestyleGrowth Suburb

About Woolooware

Woolooware is a residential suburb in Sydney's Sutherland Shire, located 24 kilometres south of the CBD. With a population of around 3,960 residents across 1.86 square kilometres, it shares the 2230 postcode with neighbouring Cronulla. The suburb offers a blend of coastal charm and family-friendly living, with a mix of older homes and modern apartments. Woolooware has seen significant development in recent years, including the Woolooware Bay Town Centre.

Residents enjoy proximity to Cronulla's beaches, cafes, and restaurants, all within walking or cycling distance. The suburb is home to Woolooware Golf Club and several parks, and is well-known as the location of the Sharks' home ground (PointsBet Stadium). Woolooware attracts young professionals and families drawn by the beach lifestyle combined with excellent transport links to the Sydney CBD. Local schools and the vibrant Cronulla retail strip add to its appeal as a desirable Shire address.

Woolooware falls under postcode 2230 and is governed by Sutherland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cronulla electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2230
Urban Area
Sutherland Shire - East
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.04°, 151.14°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.86 km²
Elevation
16m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Woolooware
0.3 km
4 min
Cronulla
1.2 km
15 min
Carlton
1 km
12 min

Bus Services

  • 971, 972 — Miranda / Caringbah 10-15 min
  • 987 — Cronulla / Kurnell 5-10 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
24 km
By Train
50-55 min
By Bus
N/A direct
By Car (Peak)
50-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35 min

🛣️ Direct train to Central via T4 line; express services available during peak

Walkability Very Walkable

Good walkability with Woolooware station, local shops, and Cronulla beach all accessible on foot.

🛒 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 Woolooware by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Woolooware Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$550
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.3%

0 state housing + 6 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,962
Census 2021
5,060
27.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,408
Income 2021
$58,812
32.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,032
Born Overseas 887

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 209
  • 2. New Zealand 94
  • 3. Brazil 34
  • 4. South Africa 33
  • 5. Italy 28
  • 6. Greece 27
  • 7. Ireland 26
  • 8. United States 22
  • 9. Egypt 21
  • 10. Canada 19

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,150
Australian 1,824
Irish 684
Scottish 489
Italian 278
German 181
Greek 149
Chinese 85
Dutch 78
Australian Aboriginal 72

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,965
Both parents born in Australia
1,199
Both parents born overseas
744
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
56.5%
No Religion
37.3%
Buddhism
1.3%
Islam
0.5%
Hinduism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
254 (5.0%)
5-14 years
554 (10.9%)
15-19 years
307 (6.1%)
20-24 years
340 (6.7%)
25-34 years
792 (15.7%)
35-44 years
644 (12.7%)
45-54 years
680 (13.4%)
55-64 years
651 (12.9%)
65-74 years
509 (10.1%)
75-84 years
250 (4.9%)
85+ years
94 (1.9%)

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