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Barrack Point

NSW 2528 • New South Wales

725
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.43 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalBeachsideFamily-FriendlyRetirementIllawarra

About Barrack Point

Barrack Point is a small seaside locality in the City of Shellharbour in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, situated on the coast between Warilla to the north and Shellharbour village to the south. With a population of 725 at the 2021 census, the locality covers just 0.43 square kilometres of coastal headland and beach fringe. Barrack Point is part of the broader Shellharbour urban area, approximately 85 kilometres south of Sydney and 15 kilometres south of Wollongong. It falls within the federal electorate of Whitlam and the NSW state electorate of Shellharbour.

Barrack Point is a quiet coastal enclave prized for its ocean frontage and relaxed beach lifestyle. The Surfrider Caravan Park and a popular surfing beach draw visitors from across the Illawarra, while the nearby Shellharbour village offers restaurants, cafés and boutique shops. Residents enjoy the coastal ambience with easy access to Shellharbour's boat harbour, aquatic reserves and a growing restaurant precinct at The Waterfront. The suburb is well-suited to retirees, families and sea-change buyers attracted to the Illawarra coastal lifestyle at a more accessible price point than Sydney's northern beaches.

Barrack Point falls under postcode 2528 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollongong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2528
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Wollongong
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.55°, 150.86°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.43 km²
Elevation
0m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$2.23M
11 sales · ▼ 2.1% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.22M
10 sales · ▲ 23.5% 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.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Dapto
12 km
South Coast Line — to Wollongong, Sydney Central (via Illawarra Line)
Kiama
15 km
South Coast Line — to Wollongong and Sydney

Bus Services

  • 33, 34 — Shellharbour City Centre / Dapto Station ~20–30 min
  • Bulli Bus Service — Wollongong ~30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
85 km
By Train
~95 min (bus to Dapto, then South Coast/Illawarra Line to Central)
By Car (Peak)
~80 min (Princes Motorway / M1)
By Car (Off-Peak)
~70 min

🛣️ No direct train — nearest stations are Dapto (~12 km north) or Kiama (~15 km south). Local buses connect to Dapto Station for the South Coast Line to Wollongong and Sydney. Wollongong CBD is ~20 min by car.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Barrack Point is a small coastal locality with limited local amenities. Walking along the beach and foreshore is pleasant, but a car is needed for shopping, services and commuting to Shellharbour or Wollongong.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
725
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barrack Point known for? +

Barrack Point is a quiet coastal enclave prized for its ocean frontage and relaxed beach lifestyle.

How far is Barrack Point from Sydney CBD? +

Barrack Point is approximately 85 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~80 min (Princes Motorway / M1) in peak hour and ~70 min off-peak.

Does Barrack Point have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Dapto (12 km away, approximately null walk) on the South Coast Line — to Wollongong, Sydney Central (via Illawarra Line). Bus services include 33, 34, running to Shellharbour City Centre / Dapto Station in approximately ~20–30 min.

What is the population of Barrack Point? +

According to the 2021 Census, Barrack Point has a population of 725 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Barrack Point a good place to live? +

Barrack Point is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The Surfrider Caravan Park and a popular surfing beach draw visitors from across the Illawarra, while the nearby Shellharbour village offers restaurants, cafés and boutique shops.

What is the postcode for Barrack Point? +

The postcode for Barrack Point is 2528. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the median house price in Barrack Point? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,225,000, down 2.1% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,222,500, up 23.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.