Bulli
NSW 2516 • Rest of NSW
About Bulli
Bulli is a coastal suburb located in the northern Illawarra region of New South Wales, approximately 68 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD. Nestled between the Illawarra Escarpment and the Tasman Sea, the suburb has a population of around 6,800 residents. Bulli is characterised by its relaxed village atmosphere, tree-lined streets, and a strong sense of community that has developed over more than a century of settlement.
The suburb offers an enviable coastal lifestyle with Bulli Beach and nearby Sandon Point providing excellent swimming, surfing, and rock pool experiences. The village centre along the Princes Highway features a mix of cafés, restaurants, and local shops. Bulli is popular with families and professionals who appreciate the combination of coastal living with relatively easy access to both Wollongong and Sydney via rail and the M1 Motorway.
Bulli falls under postcode 2516 and is governed by the Wollongong Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Cunningham, while state elections fall under the Heathcote electorate.
Location
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Property Prices 2025
Median sale prices in Bulli for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.
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.
Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 2516
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2516, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2516; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Census personal income 2016 vs 2021
Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)
2021 Census income breakdown
Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.
Housing 2021 Census
181 state housing + 12 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 34 — Wollongong 25 min
- 34 — Thirroul 10 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Direct train to Sydney Central via South Coast Line
Village centre amenities within walking distance; car useful for broader area.
Supermarkets Nearby
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WoolworthsCnr Princess Highway & Molloy Street Bulli 2516 NSW
Schools
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Bulli High School ICSEA 10584284 8266 Ursula Rd
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Bulli Public School ICSEA 10694267 1723 Haig Rd
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2 Rowan Street
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Waniora Public School ICSEA 107702 4284 3318 17a Ursula Rd
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Bulli, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest 2025 rates for the Wollongong Local Government Area, which contains Bulli. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.
Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 276
- 2. New Zealand 77
- 3. South Africa 50
- 4. Scotland 44
- 5. United States 32
- 6. Ireland 30
- 7. Netherlands 29
- 8. Germany 28
- 9. Philippines 27
- 10. Canada 26
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)