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Cordeaux Heights

NSW 2526 • Rest of NSW

4,460
Population (2021)
$136,968
Median Household Income
3.35 km²
Area
$495/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyElevatedBushlandEstablishedScenic

About Cordeaux Heights

Cordeaux Heights is a residential suburb in the City of Wollongong, New South Wales, situated on the eastern foothills of Mount Kembla approximately 10 kilometres west of Wollongong CBD. With a population of around 4,560, the suburb sits at an elevation of 96 metres and covers 3.4 square kilometres. It is a well-established, quiet neighbourhood known for its leafy streets, elevated position, and mountain backdrop.

The suburb offers a peaceful family lifestyle with good local schools, parks, and bushwalking access to nearby Mount Kembla and the Illawarra Escarpment. Residents are within a short drive of Wollongong's beaches, restaurants, and Figtree Grove shopping centre. Cordeaux Heights is popular with families and professionals who value the combination of natural scenery, community feel, and proximity to Wollongong's amenities.

Cordeaux Heights falls under postcode 2526 and is governed by Wollongong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Keira electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2526
Urban Area
Wollongong
LGA / Council
Wollongong
Federal Electorate
Cunningham
State Electorate
Keira
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.45°, 150.83°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
3.35 km²
Elevation
96m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.35M
52 sales · ▲ 10.1% 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)
$495
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.3%

19 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Unanderra
3 km
35 min
Kembla Grange
4.5 km
Drive required
Figtree
4 km
Drive required

Bus Services

  • 35, 36 — Wollongong CBD via Unanderra 20-25 min

Commute to Wollongong CBD

Distance
10 km
By Train
25 min (from Unanderra + drive)
By Bus
20-25 min
By Car (Peak)
15-20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
10-12 min

🛣️ Bus services run regularly to schools but less frequently during off-peak. Sydney CBD is ~90 min by train from Unanderra.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Hilly terrain and limited local shops mean most residents rely on cars. Some bus services connect to Wollongong and Unanderra.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
216.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.9%
Motor vehicle theft
190.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
342.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
11.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
371.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.5%
View all 62 offence types for Wollongong →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,559
Census 2021
4,460
▼ 2.2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$38,688
Personal Income 2021
$46,592
▲ 20.4% 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
$46,592 / yr
$896/wk
Household
$136,968 / yr
$2634/wk
Family
$142,012 / yr
$2731/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,432
Born Overseas 978

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. North Macedonia 161
  • 2. England 128
  • 3. India 58
  • 4. Croatia 39
  • 5. New Zealand 38
  • 6. China 37
  • 7. Italy 33
  • 8. Lebanon 21
  • 9. Scotland 21
  • 10. Canada 20

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,499
English 1,429
Macedonian 426
Scottish 406
Italian 359
Irish 358
German 155
Chinese 114
Indian 104
Croatian 97

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,177
Both parents born in Australia
1,555
Both parents born overseas
670
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
63.7%
No Religion
28.9%
Islam
1.9%
Hinduism
1.5%
Buddhism
0.6%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
228 (5.1%)
5-14 years
546 (12.2%)
15-19 years
354 (7.9%)
20-24 years
310 (7.0%)
25-34 years
431 (9.7%)
35-44 years
528 (11.8%)
45-54 years
654 (14.7%)
55-64 years
786 (17.6%)
65-74 years
408 (9.1%)
75-84 years
161 (3.6%)
85+ years
50 (1.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cordeaux Heights known for? +

The suburb offers a peaceful family lifestyle with good local schools, parks, and bushwalking access to nearby Mount Kembla and the Illawarra Escarpment.

How far is Cordeaux Heights from Sydney CBD? +

Cordeaux Heights is approximately 10 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 15-20 min in peak hour and 10-12 min off-peak.

Does Cordeaux Heights have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Unanderra (3 km away, approximately 35 min walk) on the South Coast Line (NSW TrainLink). Bus services include 35, 36, running to Wollongong CBD via Unanderra in approximately 20-25 min.

What is the population of Cordeaux Heights? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cordeaux Heights has a population of 4,460 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Cordeaux Heights a good place to live? +

Cordeaux Heights is well-suited to families, offering a leafy, nature-connected lifestyle in NSW. Residents are within a short drive of Wollongong's beaches, restaurants, and Figtree Grove shopping centre.

What is the postcode for Cordeaux Heights? +

The postcode for Cordeaux Heights is 2526. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Cordeaux Heights? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Cordeaux Heights is about $896 per week (around $46,600 per year). The median household income is $2,634 per week and the median family income is $2,731 per week.

What is the median house price in Cordeaux Heights? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,346,000, up 10.1% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Cordeaux Heights? +

The median age in Cordeaux Heights is 41. The largest age group is 55–64 (786 residents, around 18%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Cordeaux Heights a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cordeaux Heights is part of the Wollongong 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 Cordeaux Heights? +

In Cordeaux Heights, the median weekly rent is $495, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).