Worrigee
NSW 2540 • Rest of NSW
About Worrigee
Worrigee is a residential suburb on the southern outskirts of Nowra in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, approximately 160 kilometres south of Sydney. With a population of around 4,500, it falls within the Shoalhaven local government area and serves as a quieter, family-oriented extension of the Nowra township. The suburb has seen steady residential development since the 1990s, with modern housing estates set among gentle hills. The demographic profile is predominantly families and retirees.
Worrigee offers a relaxed coastal-hinterland lifestyle with easy access to Nowra's shops, services, and the beautiful beaches of Jervis Bay just 25 minutes away. The Stockland Nowra shopping centre is on its doorstep, and the suburb has its own primary school, parks, and sporting fields. The nearby Shoalhaven River provides boating and fishing opportunities. With affordable housing compared to Sydney and a growing community, Worrigee appeals to families, defence force personnel from nearby HMAS Albatross, and retirees seeking a quiet life near the coast.
Worrigee falls under postcode 2540 and is governed by Shoalhaven Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Coast electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Nowra local bus — Nowra CBD / Bomaderry Station 10-15 mins
Commute to Nowra CBD
🛣️ Car-dependent suburb; Bomaderry Station offers South Coast Line to Sydney (2.5 hrs); Jervis Bay 25 mins by car
Stockland shopping centre nearby but generally requires driving for most destinations
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Callala Public School ICSEA 971Emmett St
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Cambewarra Public School ICSEA 1029Kalinga St
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Culburra Public School ICSEA 952Carlton Cres
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Falls Creek Public School ICSEA 92126 Vidler St
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Greenwell Point Public School ICSEA 943Greenwell Point Rd
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Huskisson Public School ICSEA 1004Sydney St
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Dykes Ave
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Sanctuary Point Public School ICSEA 909Idlewild Ave
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 Worrigee by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Worrigee Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Worrigee" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
38 state housing + 44 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 131
- 2. India 31
- 3. New Zealand 29
- 4. Philippines 23
- 5. Thailand 19
- 6. Scotland 16
- 7. Germany 14
- 8. Italy 12
- 9. South Korea 12
- 10. China 11
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)