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Connells Point

NSW 2221 • Greater Sydney

2,884
Population (2021)
$137,488
Median Household Income
1.03 km²
Area
$600/wk
Median Rent
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About Connells Point

Connells Point is a quiet, leafy peninsula suburb in the Georges River local government area, situated approximately 18 km south of Sydney's CBD. With a population of around 2,880 residents across 1 km², it offers a relaxed suburban lifestyle characterised by waterfront living and well-established residential streets. The suburb sits on a peninsula bounded by Lime Kiln Bay and Kogarah Bay, giving many homes spectacular water views. Its median age of 43 reflects a settled, family-oriented community.

Residents of Connells Point enjoy easy access to the Georges River foreshore, with walking tracks, boat ramps, and picnic areas popular among locals. The suburb is highly regarded for its strong sense of community and proximity to quality schools in neighbouring Sans Souci, Hurstville, and Kogarah. Median household incomes are well above the national average, and median weekly rents of around $600 indicate a desirable but not top-tier market. Shopping and dining are a short drive to Hurstville or Kogarah town centres.

Connells Point falls under postcode 2221 and is governed by Georges River Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oatley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2221
Urban Area
Kogarah
LGA / Council
Georges River
Federal Electorate
Banks
State Electorate
Oatley
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.99°, 151.09°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.03 km²
Elevation
16m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$2.74M
26 sales · ▼ 0.9% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.34M
9 sales · ▲ 0.6% 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)
$600
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,434
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
43 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mortdale Station
2.1 km
26 min
Hurstville Station
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • 977 — Hurstville Station via Connells Point Rd 15 min
  • 978 — Kogarah Station via Kyle Parade 20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
18 km
By Train
40 min from Mortdale to Central
By Car (Peak)
40-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30 min

🛣️ Bus to Hurstville or Mortdale, then T8 train to Central

Walkability Car-Dependent

Quiet residential streets; car or bus needed for most errands

🛒 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 Connells Point. 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
2,829
Census 2021
2,884
▲ 1.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$44,200
Personal Income 2021
$49,244
▲ 11.4% 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
$49,244 / yr
$947/wk
Household
$137,488 / yr
$2644/wk
Family
$149,448 / yr
$2874/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,930
Born Overseas 895

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 300
  • 2. Greece 69
  • 3. Hong Kong 60
  • 4. England 43
  • 5. Lebanon 36
  • 6. North Macedonia 31
  • 7. New Zealand 29
  • 8. Italy 27
  • 9. Malaysia 27
  • 10. Croatia 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Chinese 643
English 563
Australian 515
Greek 447
Italian 204
Irish 176
Lebanese 164
Scottish 150
Croatian 102
Macedonian 93

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

941
Both parents born in Australia
1,505
Both parents born overseas
375
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
63.6%
No Religion
25.0%
Buddhism
3.4%
Islam
3.0%
Hinduism
0.6%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
125 (4.3%)
5-14 years
392 (13.6%)
15-19 years
204 (7.1%)
20-24 years
188 (6.5%)
25-34 years
240 (8.3%)
35-44 years
322 (11.2%)
45-54 years
422 (14.6%)
55-64 years
403 (14.0%)
65-74 years
300 (10.4%)
75-84 years
196 (6.8%)
85+ years
82 (2.8%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What suburb is Connells Point in? +

Connells Point is a suburb in the Georges River local government area of southern Sydney, NSW, postcode 2221.

Is Connells Point near the water? +

Yes — Connells Point is a peninsula bordered by Lime Kiln Bay and Kogarah Bay, offering many homes waterfront or water-view positions on the Georges River.

What train line serves Connells Point? +

The nearest train stations are Mortdale and Hurstville, both on the T8 Airport & South Line. Bus connections run from Connells Point Road to each station.

What is the median house price in Connells Point? +

Connells Point is an affluent suburb with median household income well above Sydney's average; property prices are typically in the $1.5M–$2.5M+ range for houses with water views.

What LGA is Connells Point in? +

Connells Point is located in the Georges River Council local government area.

What is the average income in Connells Point? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Connells Point is about $947 per week (around $49,200 per year). The median household income is $2,644 per week and the median family income is $2,874 per week.

What is the age profile of Connells Point? +

The median age in Connells Point is 43. The largest age group is 45–54 (422 residents, around 15%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Connells Point a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Connells Point 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.

What is the population of Connells Point? +

Connells Point had a population of 2,884 at the 2021 Census, up 1.9% from 2,829 in 2016.

How much is rent in Connells Point? +

In Connells Point, the median weekly rent is $600, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,434 (2021 Census).