Woonona
NSW 2517 • Rest of NSW
About Woonona
Woonona is a coastal suburb north of Wollongong, where over 12,000 residents enjoy beach lifestyle and rail connectivity. The station provides South Coast Line access to both Wollongong and Sydney, though the journey is lengthy. The beach and ocean pool are excellent local assets.
Local shops provide village amenities, while Wollongong offers comprehensive services. The position between escarpment and ocean provides stunning natural setting. Woonona attracts families seeking coastal living with commuting options and retirees wanting beach lifestyle. It's Illawarra coastal living—scenic, connected, and community-focused.
Woonona falls under postcode 2517 and is governed by Wollongong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Keira electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Russell Vale Public School ICSEA 10404284 4396 3A Terania St
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Woonona East Public School ICSEA 1037Royal Cres
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Woonona High School ICSEA 10304284 1513 Nicholson Lane
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Woonona Public School ICSEA 10704284 4316 5a Gray 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 Woonona by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Woonona Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Woonona" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
350 state housing + 27 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 528
- 2. New Zealand 127
- 3. Scotland 102
- 4. South Africa 84
- 5. Italy 75
- 6. Netherlands 64
- 7. Germany 59
- 8. United States 51
- 9. Philippines 44
- 10. Canada 34
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)