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Mangerton

NSW 2500 • Rest of NSW

2,862
Population (2021)
$111,644
Median Household Income
1.10 km²
Area
$353/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyQuietEstablishedCoastal ProximityLeafy

About Mangerton

Mangerton is a small residential suburb in the City of Wollongong, located approximately 3 kilometres south-west of the Wollongong CBD and 82 kilometres south of Sydney. With a population of around 2,900, it is a quiet, established suburb with an average age of 40-59 and 68% owner-occupancy. The suburb occupies elevated land on the Illawarra escarpment foothills with many homes enjoying leafy outlooks.

Mangerton is primarily a residential area with local amenities including Mangerton Park and proximity to Wollongong Botanic Garden and the Figtree shopping precinct. The suburb features well-maintained post-war homes alongside modern renovations and attracts families and professionals who work in the Wollongong CBD or commute to Sydney. Its elevated position provides some homes with views toward the coast.

Mangerton 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
-34.43°, 150.87°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
1.10 km²
Elevation
61m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.33M
40 sales · ▲ 0% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$575K
12 sales · ▼ 21.1% 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)
$353
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,210
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
39 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
7%

73 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Coniston
1.2 km
15 min
Wollongong
2.5 km
30 min
Unanderra
2.8 km
35 min

Bus Services

  • 34 — Wollongong CBD via Coniston 10 min
  • 37 — Figtree / Unanderra 10 min

Commute to Wollongong CBD

Distance
3 km
By Train
5 min from Coniston station
By Bus
10-12 min
By Car (Peak)
8 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 min

🛣️ Sydney CBD commute is approx 90 min by train from Coniston/Wollongong station

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Some shops and services reachable on foot via Coniston, but hilly terrain and limited local retail make a car useful for most 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 Mangerton. 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
2,859
Census 2021
2,862
▲ 0.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$38,792
Personal Income 2021
$48,932
▲ 26.1% 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
$48,932 / yr
$941/wk
Household
$111,644 / yr
$2147/wk
Family
$146,484 / yr
$2817/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,176
Born Overseas 537

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 99
  • 2. China 32
  • 3. India 30
  • 4. New Zealand 29
  • 5. Greece 18
  • 6. United States 18
  • 7. North Macedonia 17
  • 8. Croatia 16
  • 9. Scotland 14
  • 10. Italy 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,016
Australian 955
Irish 362
Scottish 334
Italian 168
Macedonian 112
German 110
Greek 87
Chinese 66
Australian Aboriginal 62

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,494
Both parents born in Australia
805
Both parents born overseas
414
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.2%
No Religion
38.9%
Hinduism
1.1%
Islam
0.9%
Buddhism
0.8%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
160 (5.6%)
5-14 years
362 (12.6%)
15-19 years
204 (7.1%)
20-24 years
192 (6.7%)
25-34 years
358 (12.5%)
35-44 years
395 (13.8%)
45-54 years
430 (15.0%)
55-64 years
359 (12.5%)
65-74 years
258 (9.0%)
75-84 years
114 (4.0%)
85+ years
33 (1.2%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mangerton known for? +

Mangerton is a small residential suburb in the City of Wollongong, located approximately 3 kilometres south-west of the Wollongong CBD and 82 kilometres south of Sydney. With a population of around 2,900, it is a quiet, established suburb with an average age of 40-59 and 68% owner-occupancy.

How far is Mangerton from Wollongong CBD? +

Mangerton is approximately 3 kilometres from Wollongong CBD. The drive takes around 8 min during peak hour and 5 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately 5 min from Coniston station.

Does Mangerton have public transport? +

Mangerton is served by Coniston station (1.2 km, approximately 15 min walk) on the T4 South Coast Line. Local bus services including 34 also connect residents to Wollongong CBD via Coniston.

What is the population of Mangerton? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mangerton has a population of approximately 2,862 residents.

Is Mangerton a good place to live? +

Mangerton is considered a good place for families, with a suburban setting and access to schools, parks, and local services. Its community character makes it appealing to households at various life stages.

What is the postcode for Mangerton? +

The postcode for Mangerton in NSW is 2500.

What is the average income in Mangerton? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Mangerton is about $941 per week (around $48,900 per year). The median household income is $2,147 per week and the median family income is $2,817 per week.

What is the median house price in Mangerton? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,335,000, up 0% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $575,000, down 21.1% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Mangerton? +

The median age in Mangerton is 39. The largest age group is 45–54 (430 residents, around 15%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Mangerton a safe area? +

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

In Mangerton, the median weekly rent is $353, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,210 (2021 Census).