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Shellharbour City Centre

NSW 2529 • New South Wales

457
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.73 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CBD-AdjacentCommuter BeltUp-and-Coming

About Shellharbour City Centre

Shellharbour City Centre is the commercial and administrative heart of the City of Shellharbour local government area, situated in the Illawarra region of New South Wales approximately 85 kilometres south of Sydney and 20 kilometres south of Wollongong. Despite its role as a civic hub, the locality has a compact footprint of just 0.73 square kilometres and a 2021 Census population of 457 residents. The area is home to the Shellharbour Civic Centre, council offices, and a growing mix of retail, medical, and service businesses that serve the broader Shellharbour municipality.

The precinct functions as a convenient one-stop destination for residents across the City of Shellharbour, with shopping, government services, and community facilities within easy reach. Bus routes connect the centre to surrounding suburbs including Oak Flats and Albion Park, while the Princes Motorway provides quick access to Wollongong and Sydney for commuters. The area's modest residential population reflects its primarily commercial character, though new mixed-use development is steadily adding housing to the precinct.

Shellharbour City Centre falls under postcode 2529 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Shellharbour electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2529
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Whitlam
State Electorate
Shellharbour
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.59°, 150.85°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.73 km²
Elevation
0m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Shellharbour City Centre for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏢Unit / Apartment
$760K
20 sales · ▲ 4.5% 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.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Oak Flats
3.5 km
45 min

Bus Services

  • Routes 41, 42 — Wollongong / Oak Flats Station 20-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
85 km
By Train
Approx. 90 min via Oak Flats to Central on South Coast Line
By Car (Peak)
80-110 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
70-85 min

🛣️ Princes Motorway (M1) provides main road access; Wollongong is 20 min north

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

The civic precinct is walkable for errands within the centre, but a car is needed for most residential areas nearby

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
457
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shellharbour City Centre known for? +

Shellharbour City Centre is known as the administrative and commercial hub of the City of Shellharbour local government area, housing the Shellharbour Civic Centre, council offices, and a range of retail and service businesses serving the wider municipality.

How far is Shellharbour City Centre from Sydney CBD? +

Shellharbour City Centre is approximately 85 kilometres south of Sydney CBD, typically a 70–110 minute drive depending on traffic via the Princes Motorway (M1).

Does Shellharbour City Centre have public transport? +

Shellharbour City Centre is served by local bus routes connecting to Oak Flats Station (about 3.5 km away) on the South Coast Line, which provides rail access to Wollongong and Sydney. A car is the most convenient option for most journeys.

What is the population of Shellharbour City Centre? +

According to the 2021 Census, Shellharbour City Centre has a population of 457 residents, reflecting its primarily commercial rather than residential character within a compact 0.73 square kilometre area.

Is Shellharbour City Centre a good place to live? +

Shellharbour City Centre suits those who want to be close to council services, retail, and employment in the heart of the Shellharbour LGA. Its compact layout and growing mixed-use development make it convenient, though the broader Shellharbour area offers more established residential options.

What is the postcode for Shellharbour City Centre? +

The postcode for Shellharbour City Centre is 2529.

What is the median house price in Shellharbour City Centre? +

As of 2025, the median unit/apartment price is $760,000, up 4.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.