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Gwynneville

NSW 2500 • Rest of NSW

3,139
Population (2021)
$72,488
Median Household Income
1.26 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
University TownInner CityFamily-FriendlyYoung Families

About Gwynneville

Gwynneville is an inner-city suburb of Wollongong in New South Wales, situated approximately 2 kilometres north-west of the Wollongong CBD within the City of Wollongong LGA. Named after the Gwynne family who subdivided the land in 1886, it has a population of around 3,139 (2021 Census) spread across 1.26 km². The suburb sits at around 17 metres elevation beneath the Illawarra Escarpment and benefits from close proximity to both the coast and the World Heritage-listed rainforest hinterland.

Gwynneville has a lively, academic character owing to its adjacency to the University of Wollongong campus, attracting students, academics, and young professionals who value walkability and convenience to the city centre. The suburb includes heritage bush land on its southern boundary and is well-served by local primary schools and community amenities. Residents enjoy easy access to Wollongong's beaches, café culture, and the extensive walking and cycling paths linking the suburb to the CBD and university precinct.

Gwynneville falls under postcode 2500 and is governed by Wollongong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollongong electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2500
Urban Area
Wollongong
LGA / Council
Wollongong
Federal Electorate
Cunningham
State Electorate
Wollongong
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.41°, 150.88°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
1.26 km²
Elevation
16m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.34M
35 sales · ▲ 21.8% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$595K
22 sales · ▲ 17.7% 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)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,250
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
29 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
8.9%

75 state housing + 18 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wollongong Station
1.8 km
22 min
North Wollongong Station
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • 55, 56 — Wollongong City Centre / University of Wollongong 10-15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
83 km
By Train
~1 hr 30 min from Wollongong Station to Central
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 45 min via M1/F6
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Wollongong is well-connected to Sydney via the South Coast Line; many residents commute within Wollongong itself

Walkability Very Walkable

Flat terrain near Wollongong CBD and university makes walking and cycling practical for most daily errands

🛒 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 Gwynneville. 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
3,100
Census 2021
3,139
▲ 1.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$20,436
Personal Income 2021
$31,304
▲ 53.2% 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
$31,304 / yr
$602/wk
Household
$72,488 / yr
$1394/wk
Family
$98,228 / yr
$1889/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,775
Born Overseas 1,219

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 211
  • 2. China 109
  • 3. Pakistan 98
  • 4. England 76
  • 5. Indonesia 50
  • 6. Bangladesh 45
  • 7. Sri Lanka 44
  • 8. Vietnam 39
  • 9. Nepal 26
  • 10. Iraq 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 813
Australian 724
Irish 300
Scottish 237
Chinese 195
Indian 173
Italian 128
German 103
Macedonian 86
Serbian 83

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,166
Both parents born in Australia
1,473
Both parents born overseas
338
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
39.2%
No Religion
33.6%
Islam
11.5%
Hinduism
4.8%
Buddhism
3.6%
Sikhism
1.0%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
134 (4.3%)
5-14 years
337 (10.7%)
15-19 years
195 (6.2%)
20-24 years
534 (17.0%)
25-34 years
670 (21.3%)
35-44 years
355 (11.3%)
45-54 years
320 (10.2%)
55-64 years
238 (7.6%)
65-74 years
188 (6.0%)
75-84 years
119 (3.8%)
85+ years
61 (1.9%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gwynneville close to the University of Wollongong? +

Yes, Gwynneville is immediately adjacent to the University of Wollongong campus, making it a popular residential choice for students and university staff.

What schools are in Gwynneville? +

Gwynneville has two schools: Gwynneville Public School (government primary) and St Brigid's Primary School (Catholic primary).

How far is Gwynneville from Wollongong CBD? +

Gwynneville is approximately 2 kilometres north-west of the Wollongong city centre, about a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride.

What is the population of Gwynneville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gwynneville had a population of 3,139 people across its 1.26 km² area.

What is the average income in Gwynneville? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Gwynneville is about $602 per week (around $31,300 per year). The median household income is $1,394 per week and the median family income is $1,889 per week.

What is the median house price in Gwynneville? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,340,000, up 21.8% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $594,500, up 17.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Gwynneville? +

The median age in Gwynneville is 29. The largest age group is 25–34 (670 residents, around 21%). Around 21% of residents are under 20 and about 12% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Gwynneville a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gwynneville 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 Gwynneville? +

In Gwynneville, the median weekly rent is $350, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,250 (2021 Census).