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Warrawong

NSW 2502 • Rest of NSW

4,659
Population (2021)
$47,216
Median Household Income
2.63 km²
Area
$270/wk
Median Rent
MulticulturalSuburbanAffordableCommuter Belt

About Warrawong

Warrawong is an established suburb within the City of Wollongong, located approximately 80 kilometres south of Sydney and around 5 kilometres south of the Wollongong CBD. Sitting at low elevation near Lake Illawarra and covering 2.6 square kilometres, it forms part of the broader Wollongong urban area. With a population of 4,659 and a median age of 41, it is a mature working-class community with a median household income of around 08 per week.

Warrawong is anchored by Westfield Warrawong on Cowper Street, a major regional shopping centre serving as the commercial heart of the suburb with Coles and Aldi among its tenants. The suburb has a rich multicultural character, with notable Macedonian and Italian communities alongside Australian and English backgrounds, reflected in its cultural fabric and Eastern Orthodox churches. Lake Illawarra is a short drive away offering fishing, boating, and waterside recreation for locals.

Warrawong falls under postcode 2502 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
2502
Urban Area
Wollongong
LGA / Council
Wollongong
Federal Electorate
Cunningham
State Electorate
Wollongong
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.49°, 150.88°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
2.63 km²
Elevation
12m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$822K
58 sales · ▲ 4.2% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$495K
10 sales · ▲ 7.6% 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)
$270
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,725
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
41 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
19.6%

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Coniston
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • Route 35, 36 — Wollongong City Centre 15-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
82 km
By Train
Bus to Coniston then T4 South Coast Line to Central approx 85-100 min total; or Wollongong station (2.5 km) for more frequent services
By Car (Peak)
70-85 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 min

🛣️ Southern Wollongong suburb; Princes Motorway provides highway access; large Warrawong shopping precinct nearby

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Local shops and Warrawong plaza reachable on foot; surrounding residential streets require a car for many errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Westfield Shopping Centre Cowper Street Warrawong 2502 NSW
  • ALDI
    45 Cowper Street, Warrawong NSW 2502

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Wollongong Local Government Area, which contains Warrawong. 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
4,752
Census 2021
4,659
▼ 2% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$21,424
Personal Income 2021
$25,012
▲ 16.7% 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
$25,012 / yr
$481/wk
Household
$47,216 / yr
$908/wk
Family
$66,248 / yr
$1274/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,665
Born Overseas 1,552

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. North Macedonia 263
  • 2. Italy 197
  • 3. England 69
  • 4. New Zealand 66
  • 5. Philippines 52
  • 6. Vietnam 47
  • 7. Malta 41
  • 8. Turkey 39
  • 9. Croatia 31
  • 10. Lebanon 28

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,103
English 1,047
Macedonian 468
Italian 412
Irish 241
Australian Aboriginal 230
Scottish 217
German 162
Maltese 117
Spanish 93

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,535
Both parents born in Australia
2,187
Both parents born overseas
521
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
55.3%
No Religion
26.2%
Islam
5.9%
Buddhism
1.8%
Hinduism
0.5%
Sikhism
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
288 (6.2%)
5-14 years
575 (12.3%)
15-19 years
235 (5.0%)
20-24 years
259 (5.6%)
25-34 years
602 (12.9%)
35-44 years
532 (11.4%)
45-54 years
569 (12.2%)
55-64 years
543 (11.7%)
65-74 years
468 (10.0%)
75-84 years
376 (8.1%)
85+ years
211 (4.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Warrawong known for? +

Warrawong is known for Westfield Warrawong on Cowper Street, a major regional shopping centre that serves as the commercial heart of the suburb and surrounding area. The suburb has a multicultural character and offers affordable housing within the Wollongong urban area.

How far is Warrawong from Wollongong CBD? +

Warrawong is approximately 5 kilometres south of the Wollongong CBD, with a drive time of around 10-15 minutes via the Princes Highway.

Does Warrawong have public transport? +

Warrawong is served by local bus routes connecting to Wollongong and other parts of the Illawarra. The suburb is close to the South Coast rail line with nearby stations at Wollongong and Coniston providing train services to Sydney.

What is the population of Warrawong? +

According to the 2021 Census, Warrawong has a population of approximately 4,659 residents within the City of Wollongong local government area.

Is Warrawong a good place to live? +

Warrawong offers affordable living within the Wollongong urban area, with excellent shopping at Westfield Warrawong, good bus connections, and a diverse community. It suits young families and multicultural communities looking for value close to Wollongong's amenities.

What is the postcode for Warrawong? +

The postcode for Warrawong is 2502.

What is the average income in Warrawong? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Warrawong is about $481 per week (around $25,000 per year). The median household income is $908 per week and the median family income is $1,274 per week.

What is the median house price in Warrawong? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $821,500, up 4.2% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $495,000, up 7.6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Warrawong? +

The median age in Warrawong is 41. The largest age group is 25–34 (602 residents, around 13%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 23% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Warrawong a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Warrawong 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 Warrawong? +

In Warrawong, the median weekly rent is $270, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,725 (2021 Census).