Yowie Bay

NSW 2228 • Greater Sydney

3,053
Population (2021)
$56,420
Median Income
1.21 km²
Area
50m
Elevation

About Yowie Bay

Yowie Bay is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Sutherland Shire (Area) area. With a population of 3,053 and a median income of $56,420, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 1.21 km² at an elevation of 50m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Yowie Bay delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Yowie Bay falls under postcode 2228 and is governed by Sutherland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cronulla electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2228
Urban Area
Sutherland Shire - East
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.05°, 151.10°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.21 km²
Elevation
50m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$750
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,200
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,074
Census 2021
3,053
0.7% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$45,292
Income 2021
$56,420
24.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,566
Born Overseas 454

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 96
  • 2. China 43
  • 3. New Zealand 25
  • 4. Italy 23
  • 5. Greece 19
  • 6. South Africa 18
  • 7. India 14
  • 8. United States 14
  • 9. Croatia 10
  • 10. North Macedonia 10
  • 11. Hong Kong 9
  • 12. Scotland 9
  • 13. Singapore 9
  • 14. Brazil 8
  • 15. Canada 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,216
Australian 1,148
Irish 418
Scottish 364
Italian 187
Greek 138
Chinese 117
German 109
Croatian 55
Maltese 45

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,865
Both parents born in Australia
701
Both parents born overseas
446
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
63.8%
No Religion
32.0%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
131 (4.3%)
5-14 years
389 (12.7%)
15-19 years
262 (8.6%)
20-24 years
186 (6.1%)
25-34 years
155 (5.1%)
35-44 years
306 (10.0%)
45-54 years
505 (16.5%)
55-64 years
452 (14.8%)
65-74 years
327 (10.7%)
75-84 years
218 (7.1%)
85+ years
122 (4.0%)

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