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Dombarton

NSW 2530 • New South Wales

130
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
8.35 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietBushlandCar-Dependent
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About Dombarton

Dombarton is a small rural locality situated north-west of Dapto in the City of Wollongong local government area, within the scenic Illawarra region of New South Wales. With a population of 130 residents and 46 dwellings spread across 8.3 square kilometres, it sits on the western side of Lake Illawarra, bounded by native bushland and the elevated escarpment country that separates the coastal plain from the Southern Tablelands. The area has a relatively modest median household income for the Wollongong region, reflecting its rural and semi-remote character.

Dombarton is historically notable as one end of the proposed but never completed Maldon–Dombarton railway line, a long-debated infrastructure project intended to link Wollongong's steel industry with the coalfields of the Southern Highlands. The locality today retains a quiet, semi-rural feel with minimal commercial development, and residents rely on nearby Dapto and Wollongong for shopping, schools, and services. It suits those seeking acreage living within reasonable reach of the Illawarra coast and the broader Wollongong area.

Dombarton falls under postcode 2530 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
2530
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Wollongong
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Wollongong
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.45°, 150.76°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
8.35 km²
Population Density
16 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2530

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2530, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,586
Median 2023–24
$59,376
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,990

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2530; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Dapto
6.5 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Dapto / Wollongong 20-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Dapto Station then ~1h 15min to Sydney Central
By Car (Peak)
1h 20min - 1h 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 5min - 1h 20min

🛣️ Access via Princes Highway and Freeway; Wollongong CBD is approximately 25 km south

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No footpaths or local shops; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
130
▲ 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 Dombarton. 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 Dombarton known for? +

Dombarton is historically associated with the proposed but never completed Maldon–Dombarton railway line, a long-debated project intended to link Wollongong's industry with the Southern Highlands coalfields. Today it is a quiet rural locality on the western fringe of Lake Illawarra.

How far is Dombarton from Wollongong? +

Dombarton is approximately 20–25 kilometres north-west of Wollongong's city centre, a drive of around 25–35 minutes depending on the route. Sydney CBD is roughly 80 kilometres to the north.

Does Dombarton have public transport? +

Public transport options in Dombarton are very limited. The nearest train station is Dapto on the South Coast Line, approximately 6.5 kilometres away. Residents rely primarily on private vehicles for daily travel.

What is the population of Dombarton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dombarton has a population of 130 residents across 46 dwellings, making it one of the smaller localities within the City of Wollongong.

Is Dombarton a good place to live? +

Dombarton appeals to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within the Illawarra region, offering bushland surroundings and proximity to Lake Illawarra. It is best suited to residents comfortable with car-dependent living who value open space over urban conveniences.

What is the postcode for Dombarton? +

Dombarton uses postcode 2530, which it shares with a number of other localities in the Wollongong and Shellharbour areas.

Is Dombarton a safe area? +

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