Illawong

NSW 2234 • Greater Sydney

7,427
Population (2021)
$51,220
Median Income
4.76 km²
Area
79m
Elevation

About Illawong

Illawong is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Sutherland Shire (Area) area. With a population of 7,427 and a median income of $51,220, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 4.76 km² at an elevation of 79m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Illawong delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

Illawong falls under postcode 2234 and is governed by Sutherland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Miranda electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2234
Urban Area
Sutherland Shire - West
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.00°, 151.04°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
4.76 km²
Elevation
79m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Illawong Shopping Centre Fowlers Road Illawong 2234 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$650
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,976
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
44 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
7,271
Census 2021
7,427
2.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$44,096
Income 2021
$51,220
16.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,525
Born Overseas 1,768

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 195
  • 2. China 176
  • 3. Lebanon 166
  • 4. New Zealand 87
  • 5. Greece 86
  • 6. North Macedonia 77
  • 7. Vietnam 64
  • 8. Egypt 60
  • 9. Croatia 59
  • 10. Italy 59
  • 11. Malaysia 38
  • 12. Hong Kong 37
  • 13. Philippines 34
  • 14. South Africa 33
  • 15. Scotland 29

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,203
Australian 2,068
Irish 685
Scottish 605
Greek 569
Lebanese 557
Italian 497
Chinese 451
German 190
Macedonian 187

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,458
Both parents born in Australia
2,787
Both parents born overseas
1,024
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
67.3%
No Religion
23.7%
Islam
3.8%
Buddhism
1.3%
Hinduism
0.5%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
386 (5.2%)
5-14 years
910 (12.3%)
15-19 years
501 (6.7%)
20-24 years
437 (5.9%)
25-34 years
728 (9.8%)
35-44 years
840 (11.3%)
45-54 years
926 (12.5%)
55-64 years
1,206 (16.2%)
65-74 years
988 (13.3%)
75-84 years
380 (5.1%)
85+ years
122 (1.6%)

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