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Unanderra

NSW 2526 • Rest of NSW

5,476
Population (2021)
$62,972
Median Household Income
6.50 km²
Area
$285/wk
Median Rent
EstablishedSuburbanCommuter BeltAffordable

About Unanderra

Unanderra is an established suburb in the Illawarra region, located within the City of Wollongong approximately 80 kilometres south of Sydney. Home to around 5,476 residents across 6.5 square kilometres at a low coastal elevation, the suburb has a median age of 42 — reflecting a settled, older community. Household incomes are modest, with a weekly median of around $1,211, and the population includes a notable proportion of residents with Southern and Eastern European heritage, particularly Italian, Macedonian, and Croatian ancestry.

Unanderra lies just south of the Wollongong urban centre and is close to the industrial precinct of Port Kembla, giving it a traditional working-class character. The suburb is served by Unanderra railway station on the South Coast Line, providing direct connections to Wollongong and Sydney. Local amenities include schools, parks, and easy access to Wollongong's broader retail and healthcare services, while the nearby Illawarra escarpment offers bushwalking and natural scenery within a short drive.

Unanderra falls under postcode 2526 and is governed by Wollongong Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wollongong electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2526
Urban Area
Wollongong
LGA / Council
Wollongong
Federal Electorate
Cunningham
State Electorate
Wollongong
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.46°, 150.85°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
6.50 km²
Elevation
24m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$880K
81 sales · ▲ 3.8% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$700K
17 sales · ▼ 0.7% 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)
$285
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
42 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
22.7%

445 state housing + 39 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Unanderra
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • Route 51 — Wollongong City Centre 15-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
Unanderra to Central Station approx 90-100 min via T4 South Coast Line
By Car (Peak)
70-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 min

🛣️ Southern Wollongong suburb; Princes Motorway (M1) provides highway access to Sydney; Wollongong CBD is 5 km north

Walkability Car-Dependent

Industrial and residential mix; most errands require a car outside the station precinct

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    4-8 Tannery Street Unanderra 2526 NSW

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
216.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.9%
Motor vehicle theft
190.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
342.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
11.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
371.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.5%
View all 62 offence types for Wollongong →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,434
Census 2021
5,476
▲ 0.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$24,700
Personal Income 2021
$29,276
▲ 18.5% 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
$29,276 / yr
$563/wk
Household
$62,972 / yr
$1211/wk
Family
$83,824 / yr
$1612/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,002
Born Overseas 1,131

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 201
  • 2. Italy 82
  • 3. North Macedonia 65
  • 4. Philippines 64
  • 5. Croatia 57
  • 6. New Zealand 52
  • 7. India 45
  • 8. Scotland 35
  • 9. Bosnia & Herzegovina 25
  • 10. Germany 25

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,961
English 1,861
Scottish 478
Irish 477
Italian 315
Australian Aboriginal 238
German 212
Macedonian 142
Croatian 118
Serbian 87

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,778
Both parents born in Australia
1,533
Both parents born overseas
747
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.1%
No Religion
35.7%
Islam
3.1%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
317 (5.8%)
5-14 years
607 (11.1%)
15-19 years
323 (5.9%)
20-24 years
305 (5.6%)
25-34 years
720 (13.1%)
35-44 years
618 (11.3%)
45-54 years
599 (10.9%)
55-64 years
608 (11.1%)
65-74 years
593 (10.8%)
75-84 years
457 (8.3%)
85+ years
317 (5.8%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Unanderra known for? +

Unanderra is an established suburb in the Illawarra region, located within the City of Wollongong approximately 80 kilometres south of Sydney. Home to around 5,476 residents across 6.5 square kilometres at a low coastal elevation, the suburb has a median age of 42 — reflecting a settled, older community.

How far is Unanderra from Sydney CBD? +

Unanderra is approximately 80 kilometres from Sydney CBD. Drive times vary depending on traffic conditions.

Does Unanderra have public transport? +

Unanderra is served by local bus routes. For specific timetables and routes, check Transport NSW or the relevant state transport authority.

What is the population of Unanderra? +

According to the 2021 Census, Unanderra has a population of approximately 5,476 residents. It is a well-established suburb within the Wollongong (City).

Is Unanderra a good place to live? +

Unanderra offers affordable housing options and practical suburban living, making it a good choice for first home buyers, families, and those on a budget who still want access to regional amenities.

What is the postcode for Unanderra? +

The postcode for Unanderra, NSW is 2526.

What is the average income in Unanderra? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Unanderra is about $563 per week (around $29,300 per year). The median household income is $1,211 per week and the median family income is $1,612 per week.

What is the median house price in Unanderra? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $880,000, up 3.8% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $700,000, down 0.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Unanderra? +

The median age in Unanderra is 42. The largest age group is 25–34 (720 residents, around 13%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 25% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Unanderra a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Unanderra is part of the Wollongong 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 Unanderra? +

In Unanderra, the median weekly rent is $285, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,950 (2021 Census).