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Mount Keira

NSW 2500 • Rest of NSW

1,691
Population (2021)
$128,752
Median Household Income
6.99 km²
Area
$420/wk
Median Rent
Scenic ViewsBushlandQuiet LifestyleOwner-OccupierFamily-Friendly

About Mount Keira

Mount Keira is a small, elevated suburb on the Illawarra Escarpment within the City of Wollongong, located approximately 80 kilometres south of Sydney. Sitting at the foot of the prominent Mount Keira peak, the suburb has a population of around 1,665 and is characterised by leafy streets, bushland reserves, and sweeping views over Wollongong and the Pacific Ocean. The demographic skews towards professional families and long-term owner-occupiers who value its natural setting and proximity to Wollongong's urban core. The suburb adjoins Figtree, Mount Kembla, and the Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area.

Residents of Mount Keira enjoy exceptional access to outdoor recreation, with bush walking tracks on the mountain itself, access to the Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area, and Wollongong's beaches a short drive away. The nearby Illawarra Rhododendron Park at Mount Pleasant—featuring thousands of azaleas, camellias, and a rainforest section—is a local favourite. Daily amenities are readily available in Figtree and Wollongong City Centre. Residents commute to Wollongong via local buses, and to Sydney via the South Coast intercity train line.

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

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2500
Urban Area
Wollongong
LGA / Council
Wollongong
Federal Electorate
Cunningham
State Electorate
Keira
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.40°, 150.85°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
6.99 km²
Elevation
380m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.22M
26 sales · ▲ 5.2% 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)
$420
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,468
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
40 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wollongong Station
3.5 km
South Coast Line (Intercity to Sydney)
Coniston Station
3.8 km
South Coast Line
Unanderra Station
4.2 km
South Coast Line

Bus Services

  • 33,34 — Wollongong City Centre via Figtree ~15 min
  • 51 — Figtree Grove Shopping Centre ~10 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
~1h 45m (bus to Wollongong Station then intercity train)
By Bus
N/A – no direct Sydney bus
By Car (Peak)
~1h 20 min via M1/F6
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1h 10 min

🛣️ Sydney commuters typically drive or take a bus to Wollongong Station for the intercity South Coast Line. Local buses link to Wollongong CBD.

Walkability Car Dependent

Mount Keira's hillside terrain limits walkability for daily errands. Bus services connect to Wollongong, but most residents rely on cars. The surrounding bushland offers excellent recreational walking trails.

🛒 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 Mount Keira. 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
1,665
Census 2021
1,691
▲ 1.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$41,912
Personal Income 2021
$48,620
▲ 16.0% 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
$48,620 / yr
$935/wk
Household
$128,752 / yr
$2476/wk
Family
$145,392 / yr
$2796/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,320
Born Overseas 332

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 62
  • 2. India 31
  • 3. New Zealand 22
  • 4. Italy 21
  • 5. North Macedonia 20
  • 6. Scotland 14
  • 7. Netherlands 11
  • 8. United States 10
  • 9. Turkey 9
  • 10. Canada 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 630
English 584
Irish 180
Scottish 177
Italian 145
Macedonian 59
German 56
Greek 55
Dutch 44
Serbian 32

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

886
Both parents born in Australia
470
Both parents born overseas
286
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.4%
No Religion
39.7%
Buddhism
1.7%
Hinduism
1.1%
Islam
0.8%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
85 (5.0%)
5-14 years
241 (14.3%)
15-19 years
123 (7.3%)
20-24 years
125 (7.4%)
25-34 years
161 (9.5%)
35-44 years
222 (13.1%)
45-54 years
251 (14.8%)
55-64 years
215 (12.7%)
65-74 years
164 (9.7%)
75-84 years
82 (4.8%)
85+ years
31 (1.8%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Keira known for? +

Mount Keira is a small, elevated suburb on the Illawarra Escarpment within the City of Wollongong, located approximately 80 kilometres south of Sydney.

How far is Mount Keira from Sydney CBD? +

Mount Keira is approximately 80 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around ~1h 20 min via M1/F6 during peak hour and ~1h 10 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately ~1h 45m (bus to Wollongong Station then intercity train).

Does Mount Keira have public transport? +

Mount Keira is served by Wollongong Station station (3.5 km, approximately null walk) on the South Coast Line (Intercity to Sydney). Local bus services including 33, 34 also connect residents to Wollongong City Centre via Figtree.

What is the population of Mount Keira? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Keira has a population of approximately 1,691 residents.

Is Mount Keira a good place to live? +

Mount Keira 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 Mount Keira? +

The postcode for Mount Keira in NSW is 2500.

What is the average income in Mount Keira? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Mount Keira is about $935 per week (around $48,600 per year). The median household income is $2,476 per week and the median family income is $2,796 per week.

What is the median house price in Mount Keira? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,215,008, up 5.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Mount Keira? +

The median age in Mount Keira is 40. The largest age group is 45–54 (251 residents, around 15%). Around 27% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Mount Keira a safe area? +

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

In Mount Keira, the median weekly rent is $420, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,468 (2021 Census).