How far is Oyster Bay from Sydney?

Oyster Bay is approximately 28 kilometres from Sydney. The drive takes around 50-65 min during peak hour and 35-40 min off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately 45-55 min (from Jannali).

Does Oyster Bay have public transport?

Oyster Bay is served by Jannali station (1.5 km, approximately 18 min walk) on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line. Local bus services including U-Go Mobility local also connect residents to Caravan Head loop, Jannali Station.

What is the population of Oyster Bay?

According to the 2021 Census, Oyster Bay has a population of approximately 5,689 residents.

Is Oyster Bay a good place to live?

Oyster Bay 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 Oyster Bay?

The postcode for Oyster Bay in NSW is 2225.

What is the average income in Oyster Bay?

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Oyster Bay is about $1,096 per week (around $57,000 per year). The median household income is $3,137 per week and the median family income is $3,396 per week.

What is the median house price in Oyster Bay?

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,920,000, up 6.1% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Oyster Bay?

The median age in Oyster Bay is 40. The largest age group is 5–14 (956 residents, around 17%). Around 30% of residents are under 20 and about 16% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Oyster Bay a safe area?

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Oyster Bay is part of the Sutherland Shire 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 Oyster Bay?

In Oyster Bay, the median weekly rent is $620, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,190 (2021 Census).

Oyster Bay

NSW 2225 • Greater Sydney

5,689

Population (2021)

$163,124

Median Household Income

2.10 km²

Area

$620/wk

Median Rent

Family-FriendlyWaterfrontQuiet ResidentialNatureSutherland Shire

About Oyster Bay

Oyster Bay is a peaceful waterfront suburb in Sydney Sutherland Shire, nestled along the shores of the Georges River about 28 kilometres south of the CBD. With approximately 4,500 residents, it is a quiet, predominantly residential area known for its leafy streets and water views. The suburb sits within Sutherland Shire and has a family-oriented demographic with high rates of home ownership.

The suburb offers a tranquil lifestyle with waterfront parks, bushwalking tracks, and easy access to the Georges River for kayaking and fishing. Jannali village is just five minutes away with cafés, restaurants, and shops, while Cronulla Beach is a short 20-minute drive. Oyster Bay is popular with established families who value the peaceful setting, strong sense of community, and proximity to national parks while remaining connected to Sydney employment centres.

Oyster Bay falls under postcode 2225 and is governed by Sutherland Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Miranda electorate.

📍 Location

State

New South Wales

Postcode

2225

Urban Area

Sutherland Shire - West

LGA / Council

Sutherland Shire

Federal Electorate

Cook

State Electorate

Miranda

Type

Major Urban

Timezone

Sydney (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-34.01°, 151.08°

Statistical Area

Greater Sydney

Area

2.10 km²

Elevation

11m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House

$1.92M

67 sales · ▲ 6.1% 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)

$620

Median Mortgage (monthly)

$3,190

Avg Household Size

3.1 people

Median Age

40 years

Social Housing (% of dwellings)

1.2%

10 state housing + 12 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Jannali

1.5 km

18 min

Como

2 km

25 min

Sutherland

3 km

N/A (bus)

Bus Services

U-Go Mobility local — Caravan Head loop, Jannali Station 10-15 min
987 — Sutherland, Miranda 15-20 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance

28 km

By Train

45-55 min (from Jannali)

By Car (Peak)

50-65 min

By Car (Off-Peak)

35-40 min

🛣️ Bus to Jannali station then train to City; limited direct services

Walkability Car-Dependent

Hilly residential streets with no local shops; car or bus needed for errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Sutherland Shire Local Government Area, which contains Oyster Bay. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)

82.6 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%

Motor vehicle theft

49.9 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.3%

Non-DV assault

243.5 / 100k

2yr Up 16.2% 10yr Stable

Robbery (unarmed)

6.3 / 100k

2yr — 10yr —

Steal from vehicle

101.8 / 100k

2yr Stable 10yr Down 9.8%

View all 62 offence types for Sutherland Shire →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016

5,488

Census 2021

5,689

▲ 3.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

$47,736

Personal Income 2021

$56,992

▲ 19.4% 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

$56,992 / yr

$1096/wk

Household

$163,124 / yr

$3137/wk

Family

$176,592 / yr

$3396/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,597

Born Overseas 986

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

1. England 239
2. China 88
3. New Zealand 79
4. South Africa 36
5. Ireland 27
6. United States 27
7. Germany 26
8. India 24
9. Italy 24
10. Scotland 22
11. Hong Kong 19
12. Netherlands 19
13. Canada 18
14. Greece 16
15. North Macedonia 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,336

Australian 2,242

Irish 820

Scottish 584

Italian 234

Chinese 189

German 187

Greek 179

Dutch 76

Maltese 74

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,204

Both parents born in Australia

1,424

Both parents born overseas

937

One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity

58.4%

No Religion

36.6%

Islam

0.5%

Buddhism

0.5%

Hinduism

0.2%

Judaism

0.2%

Sikhism

0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years

313 (5.5%)

5-14 years

956 (16.8%)

15-19 years

437 (7.7%)

20-24 years

289 (5.1%)

25-34 years

398 (7.0%)

35-44 years

795 (14.0%)

45-54 years

944 (16.6%)

55-64 years

632 (11.1%)

65-74 years

553 (9.7%)

75-84 years

278 (4.9%)

85+ years

90 (1.6%)