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Greenhills Beach

NSW 2230 • Greater Sydney

1,375
Population (2021)
$244,608
Median Household Income
0.54 km²
Area
$1625/wk
Median Rent
CoastalFamily-FriendlyAffluentGrowth SuburbBeachside

About Greenhills Beach

Greenhills Beach is a modern beachside suburb in the Sutherland Shire, located 30 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD along the stunning Bate Bay coastline. With a population of around 1,375 (2021 census), this master-planned community has experienced explosive growth of 73.6% since 2016. The predominant age group is 10-19 years, reflecting its strong appeal to established families with school-age children.

Life at Greenhills Beach revolves around the spectacular beach and coastal walks, with Cronulla's cafés, restaurants, and shopping precinct just minutes away. The suburb attracts affluent professional families—92% owner-occupied with median mortgage repayments exceeding $4,000 per month. Residents enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle with easy access to Cronulla Golf Club, parklands, schools, and medical facilities, all while being within commuting distance of Sydney via nearby rail connections.

Greenhills Beach falls under postcode 2230 and is governed by Sutherland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cronulla electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2230
Urban Area
Sutherland Shire - East
LGA / Council
Sutherland Shire
Federal Electorate
Cook
State Electorate
Cronulla
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.04°, 151.16°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.54 km²
Elevation
6m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$3.72M
16 sales · ▲ 6.4% 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)
$1,625
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$4,000
Avg Household Size
3.7 people
Median Age
37 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Cronulla
3.5 km
42 min
Woolooware
4 km
48 min
Caringbah
5.2 km
N/A (bus)

Bus Services

  • 987 — Cronulla Station via Captain Cook Drive 9 min
  • 985, 477 — Cronulla area and Kurnell 10-20 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
30 km
By Train
55 min (bus to Cronulla + T4 train)
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ Bus 987 connects to Cronulla Station in 9 min for T4 trains to City

Walkability Car-Dependent

Excellent beach access on foot; bus to Cronulla for shopping and train; car recommended for daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
82.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
Motor vehicle theft
49.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.3%
Non-DV assault
243.5 / 100k
2yr Up 16.2% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
6.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
101.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 9.8%
View all 62 offence types for Sutherland Shire →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
792
Census 2021
1,375
▲ 73.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$59,592
Personal Income 2021
$71,396
▲ 19.8% 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
$71,396 / yr
$1373/wk
Household
$244,608 / yr
$4704/wk
Family
$244,452 / yr
$4701/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,100
Born Overseas 253

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 45
  • 2. China 28
  • 3. South Africa 25
  • 4. New Zealand 18
  • 5. United States 12
  • 6. Germany 10
  • 7. Egypt 9
  • 8. Poland 8
  • 9. Malta 6
  • 10. Vietnam 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 505
Australian 483
Irish 169
Scottish 132
Italian 110
German 59
Chinese 56
Greek 45
Australian Aboriginal 30
Dutch 24

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

741
Both parents born in Australia
372
Both parents born overseas
236
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
63.9%
No Religion
32.1%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
78 (5.7%)
5-14 years
269 (19.6%)
15-19 years
129 (9.4%)
20-24 years
103 (7.5%)
25-34 years
73 (5.3%)
35-44 years
220 (16.0%)
45-54 years
244 (17.7%)
55-64 years
166 (12.1%)
65-74 years
72 (5.2%)
75-84 years
13 (0.9%)
85+ years
0 (0.0%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Greenhills Beach known for? +

Life at Greenhills Beach revolves around the spectacular beach and coastal walks, with Cronulla's cafés, restaurants, and shopping precinct just minutes away.

How far is Greenhills Beach from Sydney CBD? +

Greenhills Beach is approximately 30 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 50-70 min in peak hour and 35-45 min off-peak.

Does Greenhills Beach have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Cronulla (3.5 km away, approximately 42 min walk) on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line. Bus services include 987, running to Cronulla Station via Captain Cook Drive in approximately 9 min.

What is the population of Greenhills Beach? +

According to the 2021 Census, Greenhills Beach has a population of 1,375 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Greenhills Beach a good place to live? +

Greenhills Beach is well-suited to families and those seeking an upmarket lifestyle, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The suburb attracts affluent professional families—92% owner-occupied with median mortgage repayments exceeding $4,000 per month.

What is the postcode for Greenhills Beach? +

The postcode for Greenhills Beach is 2230. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Greenhills Beach? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Greenhills Beach is about $1,373 per week (around $71,400 per year). The median household income is $4,704 per week and the median family income is $4,701 per week.

What is the median house price in Greenhills Beach? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $3,717,500, up 6.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Greenhills Beach? +

The median age in Greenhills Beach is 37. The largest age group is 5–14 (269 residents, around 20%). Around 35% of residents are under 20 and about 6% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Greenhills Beach a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Greenhills Beach is part of the Sutherland Shire 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 Greenhills Beach? +

In Greenhills Beach, the median weekly rent is $1,625, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $4,000 (2021 Census).