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Mount Saint Thomas

NSW 2500 • Rest of NSW

1,449
Population (2021)
$95,420
Median Household Income
0.65 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
SuburbanAffordableHistoricFamily-FriendlyClose to CBD

About Mount Saint Thomas

Mount Saint Thomas is a small residential suburb of Wollongong in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, located just 3 kilometres south-west of the Wollongong CBD. With a population of approximately 1,450, it sits at an elevation of 29 metres between Figtree and Mangerton. The suburb has a quiet, established character within the broader Wollongong urban area.

The suburb is primarily residential with a mix of older homes on generous blocks. It has historical significance as the site of the WWII-era Drummond Battery, part of the defences for nearby Port Kembla. Residents enjoy proximity to Wollongong's beaches, restaurants, and university while living in a quieter setting. Mount Saint Thomas appeals to families and professionals seeking affordable housing close to the Wollongong city centre.

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

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📍 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
-34.44°, 150.87°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
0.65 km²
Elevation
47m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$935K
17 sales · ▼ 0.5% 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)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
37 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
12.9%

68 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Coniston Station
1.2 km
15 min
Wollongong Station
2.5 km
30 min

Bus Services

  • Route 34 — Wollongong CBD 10 min
  • Route 34 — Figtree 5 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
82 km
By Train
1 hr 30 min from Coniston
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min

🛣️ Only 3 km to Wollongong CBD (10 min by car/bus). Sydney commute via South Coast Line.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Quiet residential streets; local bus access but most shopping requires a short drive to Wollongong or Figtree.

🛒 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 Saint Thomas. 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
1,468
Census 2021
1,449
▼ 1.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$34,320
Personal Income 2021
$42,588
▲ 24.1% 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
$42,588 / yr
$819/wk
Household
$95,420 / yr
$1835/wk
Family
$119,756 / yr
$2303/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,083
Born Overseas 313

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 51
  • 2. North Macedonia 51
  • 3. Italy 26
  • 4. New Zealand 16
  • 5. Thailand 14
  • 6. Myanmar 12
  • 7. Croatia 11
  • 8. Scotland 11
  • 9. Chile 9
  • 10. Ireland 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 562
English 518
Irish 190
Scottish 157
Macedonian 83
Italian 78
German 67
Australian Aboriginal 43
Dutch 24
Greek 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

759
Both parents born in Australia
400
Both parents born overseas
237
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.1%
No Religion
42.7%
Islam
1.0%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
99 (6.8%)
5-14 years
183 (12.6%)
15-19 years
87 (6.0%)
20-24 years
91 (6.3%)
25-34 years
198 (13.7%)
35-44 years
211 (14.6%)
45-54 years
187 (12.9%)
55-64 years
188 (13.0%)
65-74 years
116 (8.0%)
75-84 years
65 (4.5%)
85+ years
23 (1.6%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mount Saint Thomas known for? +

Mount Saint Thomas is a small residential suburb of Wollongong in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, located just 3 kilometres south-west of the Wollongong CBD. With a population of approximately 1,450, it sits at an elevation of 29 metres between Figtree and Mangerton.

How far is Mount Saint Thomas from Sydney? +

Mount Saint Thomas is approximately 82 kilometres from Sydney. The drive takes around 1 hr 30 min during peak hour and 1 hr 10 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately 1 hr 30 min from Coniston.

Does Mount Saint Thomas have public transport? +

Mount Saint Thomas is served by Coniston Station station (1.2 km, approximately 15 min walk) on the South Coast Line — Sydney, Kiama, Nowra. Local bus services including Route 34 also connect residents to Wollongong CBD.

What is the population of Mount Saint Thomas? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mount Saint Thomas has a population of approximately 1,449 residents.

Is Mount Saint Thomas a good place to live? +

Mount Saint Thomas 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 Saint Thomas? +

The postcode for Mount Saint Thomas in NSW is 2500.

What is the average income in Mount Saint Thomas? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Mount Saint Thomas is about $819 per week (around $42,600 per year). The median household income is $1,835 per week and the median family income is $2,303 per week.

What is the median house price in Mount Saint Thomas? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $935,000, down 0.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Mount Saint Thomas? +

The median age in Mount Saint Thomas is 37. The largest age group is 35–44 (211 residents, around 15%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Mount Saint Thomas a safe area? +

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

In Mount Saint Thomas, the median weekly rent is $300, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).