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Dunmore

NSW 2529 • New South Wales

318
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.52 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Dunmore

Dunmore is a quiet semi-rural locality within the City of Shellharbour in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, situated approximately 85 kilometres south of Sydney. Covering around 18.5 square kilometres, the locality is positioned between the Pacific coast and the escarpment, with a small population of 318 residents drawn to its peaceful agricultural setting near the Minnamurra River. The area has a modest median household income and retains a distinctly rural character with hobby farms, acreage properties, and natural bushland.

Dunmore takes its name from a historic Irish estate established in the 1880s by settler George Laurence Fuller, and the locality has maintained its rural heritage ever since. The nearby township of Shellharbour provides access to shops, schools, beaches, and services, while the Minnamurra Rainforest and Kiama are within a short drive for outdoor activities. The locality appeals to families and lifestyle seekers looking for semi-rural living with reasonable access to the Illawarra coast, and nearby Dunmore Lakes offer a unique natural wetland feature shaped by shell-rich sand deposits.

Dunmore falls under postcode 2529 and is governed by the Shellharbour Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Whitlam, while state elections fall under the Shellharbour electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2529
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Shellharbour
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Shellharbour
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.59°, 150.85°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.52 km²
Population Density
17 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.07M
28 sales · ▲ 15% 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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2529

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2529, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,543
Median 2023–24
$60,419
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$76,590

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2529; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kiama Station
8 km
N/A (car required)

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Shellharbour / Kiama 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
85 km
By Train
Drive to Kiama (~10 min) then South Coast Line train to Sydney (~1h 45 min)
By Car (Peak)
90-115 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
70-85 min

🛣️ Access via Princes Motorway (M1); Kiama is the practical rail access point

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dunmore is a dispersed rural locality with no walkable village centre; a car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
318
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
201.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.4%
Motor vehicle theft
182.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
267.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
8.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
331 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
View all 62 offence types for Shellharbour →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dunmore known for? +

Dunmore is known for its semi-rural, agricultural character set near the Minnamurra River in the Illawarra. It takes its name from the 19th-century estate of Irish settler George Laurence Fuller, and the area retains a peaceful rural atmosphere with hobby farms and natural bushland.

How far is Dunmore from Sydney CBD? +

Dunmore is approximately 85 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD, typically a 70–90 minute drive via the Princes Motorway (M1) in off-peak conditions.

Does Dunmore have public transport? +

Dunmore has very limited bus services to nearby Shellharbour and Kiama. The closest railway station is at Kiama (approximately 8 km away), which is on the South Coast Line to Sydney; a car is required to access it.

What is the population of Dunmore? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dunmore had a population of 318 residents, reflecting its character as a small semi-rural locality within the broader Shellharbour City Council area.

Is Dunmore a good place to live? +

Dunmore suits those seeking a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle within reach of the Illawarra coast. With Shellharbour and Kiama nearby for shops, schools, and beaches, it offers a relaxed rural setting while remaining accessible to Wollongong and Sydney.

What is the postcode for Dunmore? +

The postcode for Dunmore is 2529, which it shares with neighbouring localities in the Shellharbour area.

What is the median house price in Dunmore? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,075,000, up 15% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Dunmore a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dunmore is part of the Shellharbour 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.