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Saddleback Mountain

NSW 2533 • New South Wales

67
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.47 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralHinterlandLeafy
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About Saddleback Mountain

Saddleback Mountain is a small locality on the Illawarra Escarpment in New South Wales, situated in the hinterland above Kiama and covering approximately 6.5 square kilometres of steep forested terrain. Part of the Kiama Local Government Area, the locality takes its name from the prominent 799-metre peak that forms a distinctive ridge visible from the Kiama coast. With a population of around 67 residents, Saddleback Mountain is a semi-rural community of acreage properties and hobby farms nestled in the lush, elevated country behind the Illawarra coast.

The locality benefits from the spectacular escarpment setting, with views across the South Coast and easy access to the Saddleback Mountain Lookout and surrounding forestry reserve walking trails. Kiama township, approximately 10 to 15 kilometres to the east on the coast, provides schools, supermarkets, a hospital, and a railway station on the South Coast Line connecting to Wollongong and Sydney. The area attracts those seeking rural acreage living within easy reach of the Illawarra coast, combining escarpment scenery with proximity to beaches, markets, and the lifestyle offerings of one of NSW's most popular coastal towns.

Saddleback Mountain falls under postcode 2533 and is governed by the Kiama Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gilmore, while state elections fall under the Kiama electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2533
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Kiama
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
Kiama
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.65°, 150.76°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.47 km²
Population Density
10 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2533

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2533, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,740
Median 2023–24
$55,786
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$81,435

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2533; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kiama
12 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Kiama / Gerringong 15-25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
110 km
By Train
Drive to Kiama station, then approx. 1 hr 45 min by South Coast Line to Sydney Central
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min - 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Princes Highway via Kiama and Wollongong; Kiama has direct trains to Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A steep escarpment locality with no local shops; all daily errands require driving down to Kiama

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
67
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
103.6 / 100k
2yr Down 50.0% 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
142.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
151 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
4.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
194.2 / 100k
2yr Down 48.3% 10yr Down 8.5%
View all 62 offence types for Kiama →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Saddleback Mountain known for? +

Saddleback Mountain is known for its distinctive 799-metre escarpment peak above Kiama, its lookout with coastal views, and the lush forested hinterland that forms part of the Illawarra Escarpment scenic landscape.

How far is Saddleback Mountain from Kiama? +

Saddleback Mountain is approximately 10-15 kilometres west of Kiama township on the coast, about a 15-20 minute drive down the escarpment.

Does Saddleback Mountain have public transport? +

Public transport options are very limited at Saddleback Mountain. Kiama has a train station on the South Coast Line to Sydney, but reaching it from Saddleback Mountain requires a car.

What is the population of Saddleback Mountain? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 67 residents in Saddleback Mountain, reflecting its character as a small acreage community on the Illawarra Escarpment.

Is Saddleback Mountain a good place to live? +

Saddleback Mountain is ideal for those seeking elevated hinterland acreage living with escarpment views and bushland, while remaining within 15 minutes of Kiama's coastal lifestyle, beaches, and rail services to Sydney.

What is the postcode for Saddleback Mountain? +

The postcode for Saddleback Mountain, NSW is 2533.

Is Saddleback Mountain a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Saddleback Mountain is part of the Kiama 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.