Kogarah
NSW 2217 • Greater Sydney
About Kogarah
Kogarah is a well-established inner-southern suburb of Sydney, located 14 km from the CBD in the Georges River LGA, with over 16,400 residents. It serves as a significant commercial and medical hub, anchored by St George Hospital — one of Sydney's major public hospitals — and a lively town centre. The suburb blends older established homes with modern apartment developments as demand for its prime position increases. Kogarah has a strong multicultural community, with Greek, Chinese, and Middle Eastern heritage adding to its character.
Kogarah's town centre along Railway Parade and Regent Street offers good local shopping, cafes, and restaurants, while proximity to Hurstville and Brighton-Le-Sands broadens lifestyle options. St George Hospital and associated medical facilities make it a significant employment centre for healthcare workers across the south. The suburb is popular with medical professionals, families, and long-term residents who value its balance of community feel and urban convenience. Nearby Carss Park and the Georges River foreshore provide excellent recreational options.
Kogarah falls under postcode 2217 and is governed by the Georges River Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Barton, while state elections fall under the Kogarah electorate.
Location
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Property Prices 2025
Median sale prices in Kogarah for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.
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 2217
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2217, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2217; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Census personal income 2016 vs 2021
Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)
2021 Census income breakdown
Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.
Housing 2021 Census
49 state housing + 26 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 477, 478, 479 — Hurstville, Rockdale, Brighton-Le-Sands 10-20 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ T4 direct to Central, frequent services every 5-10 min during peak
Walkable around town centre, hospital precinct, and station; residential streets also pleasant
Supermarkets Nearby
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WoolworthsKogarah Town Centre, Railway Parade Kogarah 2217 NSW -
ALDI1 / G1 Railway Parade, Kogarah NSW 2217
Schools
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Princes Hwy
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Kogarah High School ICSEA 9939587 5815 Gladstone St
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Kogarah Public School ICSEA 10879587 9472 24B Gladstone St
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Princes Hwy
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Ramsgate Public School ICSEA 10399529 7267 Chuter Ave
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Kogarah, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest 2025 rates for the Georges River Local Government Area, which contains Kogarah. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.
Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. Nepal 1,848
- 2. China 1,348
- 3. India 990
- 4. Philippines 645
- 5. Bangladesh 472
- 6. Greece 354
- 7. North Macedonia 236
- 8. Brazil 202
- 9. England 202
- 10. Hong Kong 194
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)