Oyster Bay

NSW 2225 • Greater Sydney

5,689
Population (2021)
$56,992
Median Income
2.10 km²
Area
11m
Elevation

About Oyster Bay

Oyster Bay is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Sutherland Shire (Area) area. With a population of 5,689 and a median income of $56,992, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.10 km² at an elevation of 11m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Greater Sydney.

As part of Greater Sydney, residents benefit from excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and proximity to employment hubs. The suburb features local shops, parks, and community spaces that create a vibrant neighbourhood atmosphere. Oyster Bay delivers the convenience of city living with its own distinct local character.

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

📍 Location

Postcode
2225
Urban Area
Sutherland Shire - West
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.01°, 151.08°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.10 km²
Elevation
11m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$620
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,190
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
40 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,488
Census 2021
5,689
3.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$47,736
Income 2021
$56,992
19.4% increase

Income Comparison

📊 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%)

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