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Turrella

NSW 2205 • Greater Sydney

2,673
Population (2021)
$111,124
Median Household Income
0.64 km²
Area
$520/wk
Median Rent
ResidentialAffordableWell-ConnectedQuietInner South

About Turrella

Turrella is a small residential suburb in southern Sydney, located 10 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD within the Bayside Council area. With a population of around 2,700, it sits on the southern bank of Wolli Creek and is bordered by Earlwood, Bardwell Park, Arncliffe, and Wolli Creek. The suburb has a quiet, low-key character despite its good transport connections.

Turrella is predominantly residential with some light industrial areas near the railway station. Residents benefit from proximity to Wolli Creek and its walking tracks through natural bushland. The suburb offers affordable housing options compared to nearby Wolli Creek and Arncliffe, and is popular with commuters who appreciate the train access. Local amenities are modest, with residents often using nearby Arncliffe or Wolli Creek for shopping.

Turrella falls under postcode 2205 and is governed by Rockdale Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Rockdale electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2205
Urban Area
Rockdale
LGA / Council
Rockdale
Federal Electorate
Barton
State Electorate
Rockdale
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.93°, 151.14°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
0.64 km²
Elevation
15m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.78M
18 sales · ▲ 1.9% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$800K
39 sales · ▲ 6% 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)
$520
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,500
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
32 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.9%

8 state housing + 8 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Turrella
0.3 km
4 min
Bardwell Park
0.8 km
10 min
Wolli Creek
1 km
12 min
Arncliffe
1.2 km
15 min

Bus Services

  • 410 — Bondi Junction via Marrickville 45 min
  • 422 — Kogarah via Arncliffe 15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
10 km
By Train
18-22 min
By Bus
30-40 min
By Car (Peak)
25-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Turrella station provides direct CBD access on the T8 line

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Train station is very accessible but local shops are limited.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Turrella, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Cairnsfoot Special School
18 Loftus Street Turrella • SHR #00551
Cooks River Sewage Aqueduct
Pine Street, Undercliffe • SHR #01322

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,511
Census 2021
2,673
▲ 6.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$32,292
Personal Income 2021
$43,680
▲ 35.3% 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
$43,680 / yr
$840/wk
Household
$111,124 / yr
$2137/wk
Family
$109,668 / yr
$2109/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,203
Born Overseas 1,335

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 172
  • 2. Lebanon 155
  • 3. North Macedonia 73
  • 4. Philippines 71
  • 5. Vietnam 69
  • 6. Brazil 51
  • 7. Indonesia 37
  • 8. England 34
  • 9. Thailand 31
  • 10. New Zealand 29

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Lebanese 413
Chinese 363
Australian 355
English 354
Macedonian 137
Irish 122
Italian 100
Filipino 87
Vietnamese 82
Scottish 68

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

428
Both parents born in Australia
1,812
Both parents born overseas
293
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
33.3%
No Religion
29.0%
Islam
21.2%
Buddhism
5.9%
Hinduism
1.9%
Judaism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
181 (6.8%)
5-14 years
246 (9.2%)
15-19 years
135 (5.1%)
20-24 years
212 (7.9%)
25-34 years
716 (26.8%)
35-44 years
407 (15.2%)
45-54 years
280 (10.5%)
55-64 years
228 (8.5%)
65-74 years
162 (6.1%)
75-84 years
77 (2.9%)
85+ years
23 (0.9%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Turrella known for? +

Turrella is known as a quiet, compact residential suburb in Sydney's inner south with good train access. Its proximity to Wolli Creek station and the broader Bayside area makes it a convenient option for Sydney commuters.

How far is Turrella from Sydney CBD? +

Turrella is approximately 10 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD, with a train journey of around 15-20 minutes from the nearby Turrella or Wolli Creek station.

Does Turrella have public transport? +

Turrella has its own train station on the East Hills and Airport Lines, providing direct services to the CBD and Sydney Airport. Bus services also connect the suburb to surrounding areas.

What is the population of Turrella? +

According to the 2021 Census, Turrella has a population of approximately 2,673 residents within the Bayside Council local government area.

Is Turrella a good place to live? +

Turrella suits commuters and young professionals looking for affordable housing close to Sydney's CBD with good rail links. The suburb has a quiet residential feel with light industrial areas near the station, and is close to the amenities of Wolli Creek.

What is the postcode for Turrella? +

The postcode for Turrella is 2205.

What is the average income in Turrella? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Turrella is about $840 per week (around $43,700 per year). The median household income is $2,137 per week and the median family income is $2,109 per week.

What is the median house price in Turrella? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,776,400, up 1.9% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $800,000, up 6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Turrella? +

The median age in Turrella is 32. The largest age group is 25–34 (716 residents, around 27%). Around 21% of residents are under 20 and about 10% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Turrella? +

In Turrella, the median weekly rent is $520, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,500 (2021 Census).