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Mount Ousley

NSW 2519 • Rest of NSW

1,611
Population (2021)
$119,236
Median Household Income
0.80 km²
Area
$500/wk
Median Rent
BushlandUniversity AdjacentEscarpment ViewsQuiet ResidentialNature Access

About Mount Ousley

Mount Ousley is a leafy residential suburb perched on the foothills of Mount Keira, just 4 kilometres from Wollongong's CBD in the Illawarra region. With around 1,600 residents, this compact community enjoys an elevated position with bushland surrounds and easy access to the University of Wollongong. The suburb takes its name from the steep road that crosses the Illawarra Escarpment connecting Wollongong to Sydney.

Living in Mount Ousley means embracing nature at your doorstep—walking trails wind through native bushland, and the coastal beaches are just minutes away. The suburb's proximity to the university creates a mix of academics, students, and families who value the quiet, green setting while remaining close to Wollongong's amenities. Mount Ousley attracts those seeking an escape from suburban density without sacrificing urban convenience.

Mount Ousley falls under postcode 2519 and is governed by Wollongong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Keira electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2519
Urban Area
Wollongong
LGA / Council
Wollongong
Federal Electorate
Cunningham
State Electorate
Keira
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.40°, 150.88°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
0.80 km²
Elevation
43m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.25M
19 sales · ▲ 12.2% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.15M
6 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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)
$500
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,450
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.4%

4 state housing + 4 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wollongong Station
4 km
10 min by bus
Fairy Meadow Station
2.5 km
8 min by bus

Bus Services

  • 55A, 55C — Wollongong CBD, University 5-10 min
  • 3, 7 — Fairy Meadow, North Wollongong 5-8 min
  • 887 — Sydney via Princes Highway 2h

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
1h 30min (South Coast Line from Wollongong)
By Bus
5 min to Wollongong CBD
By Car (Peak)
1h 30min (Mount Ousley Road)
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h 10min

🛣️ Most residents work in Wollongong; some commute to Sydney via train

Walkability Car-Dependent

Hilly terrain limits walkability; local bus connections to university and Wollongong CBD; car useful for escarpment access

🛒 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 Ousley. 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
1,602
Census 2021
1,611
▲ 0.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$32,916
Personal Income 2021
$43,264
▲ 31.4% 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
$43,264 / yr
$832/wk
Household
$119,236 / yr
$2293/wk
Family
$135,096 / yr
$2598/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,279
Born Overseas 292

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 38
  • 2. China 35
  • 3. Italy 22
  • 4. India 18
  • 5. New Zealand 18
  • 6. Vietnam 12
  • 7. Iraq 10
  • 8. Philippines 10
  • 9. Netherlands 8
  • 10. Afghanistan 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 571
English 561
Scottish 186
Irish 175
Italian 135
Chinese 66
German 60
Dutch 37
Greek 37
Australian Aboriginal 34

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

908
Both parents born in Australia
437
Both parents born overseas
224
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.3%
No Religion
40.5%
Islam
2.3%
Buddhism
2.0%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
85 (5.3%)
5-14 years
202 (12.5%)
15-19 years
105 (6.5%)
20-24 years
116 (7.2%)
25-34 years
161 (10.0%)
35-44 years
195 (12.1%)
45-54 years
216 (13.4%)
55-64 years
219 (13.6%)
65-74 years
143 (8.9%)
75-84 years
96 (6.0%)
85+ years
71 (4.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Ousley known for? +

Mount Ousley is a leafy residential suburb perched on the foothills of Mount Keira, just 4 kilometres from Wollongong's CBD in the Illawarra region.

How far is Mount Ousley from Sydney CBD? +

Mount Ousley is approximately 80 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around 1h 30min (Mount Ousley Road) during peak hour and 1h 10min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately 1h 30min (South Coast Line from Wollongong).

Does Mount Ousley have public transport? +

Mount Ousley is served by Wollongong Station station (4 km, approximately 10 min by bus walk) on the South Coast Line to Sydney. Local bus services including 55A, 55C also connect residents to Wollongong CBD, University.

What is the population of Mount Ousley? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Ousley has a population of approximately 1,611 residents.

Is Mount Ousley a good place to live? +

Mount Ousley offers a suburban lifestyle in NSW. The area suits those looking for a quieter setting away from major urban centres.

What is the postcode for Mount Ousley? +

The postcode for Mount Ousley in NSW is 2519.

What is the average income in Mount Ousley? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Mount Ousley is about $832 per week (around $43,300 per year). The median household income is $2,293 per week and the median family income is $2,598 per week.

What is the median house price in Mount Ousley? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,245,000, up 12.2% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,150,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Mount Ousley? +

The median age in Mount Ousley is 42. The largest age group is 55–64 (219 residents, around 14%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 19% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Mount Ousley a safe area? +

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

In Mount Ousley, the median weekly rent is $500, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,450 (2021 Census).