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Allawah

NSW 2218 • Greater Sydney

5,351
Population (2021)
$92,248
Median Household Income
0.58 km²
Area
$428/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyCommuter-FriendlyMulticulturalSuburban

About Allawah

Allawah is a quiet residential suburb located 16 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD in the St George area. With a population of around 5,350, it sits within the Georges River Council local government area. The suburb has a multicultural character with a mix of families, professionals, and retirees. Its tree-lined streets and low-rise housing give it a relaxed, suburban feel despite its proximity to the city.

Allawah offers convenient access to shops and cafés along Railway Parade, with the Allawah Hotel providing a popular local gathering spot for trivia nights and pub meals. Residents benefit from excellent public and private schools nearby, as well as parks and playgrounds. The suburb attracts young professionals and families seeking affordable inner-south living with a straightforward commute to the CBD.

Allawah falls under postcode 2218 and is governed by Georges River Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kogarah electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2218
Urban Area
Kogarah
LGA / Council
Georges River
Federal Electorate
Barton
State Electorate
Kogarah
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.97°, 151.11°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.58 km²
Elevation
37m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Allawah for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$2.06M
15 sales · ▲ 11.8% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$800K
89 sales · ▲ 4.8% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$428
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
36 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.7%

17 state housing + 17 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Allawah
0.3 km
4 min
Hurstville
1.2 km
15 min
Carlton
1 km
12 min
Kogarah
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • 941 — Hurstville to Banksia 10 min
  • 944 — Hurstville to Kogarah 8 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
16 km
By Train
25 min
By Bus
45 min
By Car (Peak)
35-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Direct T4 line train to Central Station

Walkability Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot with shops and station within easy walking distance.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Georges River Local Government Area, which contains Allawah. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
126.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.1%
Motor vehicle theft
85.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
226.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
151.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.3%
View all 62 offence types for Georges River →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,706
Census 2021
5,351
▼ 6.2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$31,928
Personal Income 2021
$39,780
▲ 24.6% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$39,780 / yr
$765/wk
Household
$92,248 / yr
$1774/wk
Family
$101,920 / yr
$1960/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,853
Born Overseas 3,305

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 856
  • 2. Nepal 653
  • 3. Philippines 196
  • 4. Hong Kong 139
  • 5. India 120
  • 6. North Macedonia 116
  • 7. Bangladesh 107
  • 8. Greece 79
  • 9. Lebanon 59
  • 10. Egypt 55

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 1,493
Australian 531
English 511
Filipino 225
Macedonian 214
Greek 197
Irish 177
Indian 156
Lebanese 136
Italian 132

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

601
Both parents born in Australia
4,164
Both parents born overseas
370
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
37.0%
No Religion
30.6%
Hinduism
13.6%
Islam
6.3%
Buddhism
6.0%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
289 (5.4%)
5-14 years
432 (8.1%)
15-19 years
189 (3.5%)
20-24 years
447 (8.4%)
25-34 years
1,152 (21.5%)
35-44 years
809 (15.1%)
45-54 years
598 (11.2%)
55-64 years
652 (12.2%)
65-74 years
466 (8.7%)
75-84 years
231 (4.3%)
85+ years
84 (1.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Allawah known for? +

Allawah offers convenient access to shops and cafés along Railway Parade, with the Allawah Hotel providing a popular local gathering spot for trivia nights and pub meals.

How far is Allawah from Sydney CBD? +

Allawah is approximately 16 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 35-50 min in peak hour and 20-25 min off-peak.

Does Allawah have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Allawah (0.3 km away, approximately 4 min walk) on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line. Bus services include 941, running to Hurstville to Banksia in approximately 10 min.

What is the population of Allawah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Allawah has a population of 5,351 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Allawah a good place to live? +

Allawah is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Residents benefit from excellent public and private schools nearby, as well as parks and playgrounds.

What is the postcode for Allawah? +

The postcode for Allawah is 2218. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Allawah? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Allawah is about $765 per week (around $39,800 per year). The median household income is $1,774 per week and the median family income is $1,960 per week.

What is the median house price in Allawah? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,060,000, up 11.8% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $800,000, up 4.8% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Allawah? +

The median age in Allawah is 36. The largest age group is 25–34 (1,152 residents, around 22%). Around 17% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Allawah a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Allawah is part of the Georges River LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Allawah? +

In Allawah, the median weekly rent is $428, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).