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Cordeaux

NSW 2526 • New South Wales

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Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
92.73 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Cordeaux

Cordeaux is a locality in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, situated within the escarpment country west of Wollongong at the foot of the Illawarra Range. The area encompasses the Cordeaux Dam and its surrounding water catchment, which forms a critical part of the drinking water supply for the Wollongong metropolitan area. With no permanent residential population, Cordeaux is primarily defined by its protected water catchment lands, covering approximately 93 square kilometres of forested escarpment and reservoir area.

The Cordeaux Dam, constructed in 1926, is one of Wollongong's key water storage facilities and a feature of the local landscape. The forested catchment supports a rich variety of native flora and fauna, and access to the area is restricted to protect water quality. Neighbouring suburbs such as Cordeaux Heights and Mount Kembla provide residential services and community facilities for those living on the escarpment edge. Cordeaux itself remains an undeveloped natural reserve serving the long-term water needs of the Illawarra population.

Cordeaux falls under postcode 2526 and is governed by the Wollongong Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Whitlam, while state elections fall under the Wollongong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2526
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wollongong
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Wollongong
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.38°, 150.78°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
92.73 km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2526

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2526, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,956
Median 2023–24
$62,806
▲ 23.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$76,910

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2526; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Unanderra Station
5 km
N/A – car access only

Commute to Wollongong CBD

Distance
12 km
By Train
Via Unanderra Station (~10 min to Wollongong)
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min to Wollongong CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min to Wollongong CBD

🛣️ Access to the Cordeaux catchment area is restricted. Nearest residential access via Cordeaux Road from Mount Kembla or Unanderra.

Walkability Car Dependent

No residential infrastructure or footpaths. The area is a protected water catchment with restricted public access.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
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▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Wollongong Local Government Area, which contains Cordeaux. 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cordeaux NSW? +

Cordeaux is a locality in the Illawarra region of NSW, primarily consisting of the Cordeaux Dam water catchment area west of Wollongong. It has no permanent residential population.

Where is Cordeaux Dam? +

Cordeaux Dam is located within the Cordeaux locality on the Illawarra escarpment, approximately 12 kilometres west of Wollongong CBD. It was built in 1926 and supplies drinking water to the Wollongong region.

Can you visit Cordeaux Dam? +

Access to the Cordeaux Dam and its water catchment is restricted by WaterNSW to protect water quality. Some recreational activities may be permitted in designated areas; check with WaterNSW for current access conditions.

What LGA is Cordeaux in? +

Cordeaux falls within the City of Wollongong Local Government Area in the Illawarra region of New South Wales.

What suburbs are near Cordeaux? +

Nearby suburbs include Cordeaux Heights, Mount Kembla, Kembla Heights, and Farmborough Heights — all residential suburbs on the Illawarra escarpment.

Is Cordeaux a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cordeaux 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.