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Waterfall

NSW 2233 • New South Wales

522
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
17.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-FriendlyHistoricAffordable
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About Waterfall

Waterfall is a small residential suburb in the Sutherland Shire, located approximately 40 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD on the southern edge of the Royal National Park. The suburb marks the southern gateway to Royal National Park and sits on the Illawarra Escarpment, giving it a dramatically beautiful bushland setting that is rare for a suburb with rail access to Sydney. Waterfall railway station is the last station on the T4 Illawarra Line within the Sydney metropolitan area before trains enter the South Coast region.

Waterfall attracts nature lovers, bushwalkers, and those seeking a quiet lifestyle surrounded by native bushland while maintaining a commutable link to Sydney. The suburb has a strong sense of community despite its small population, with the Royal National Park offering world-class walking tracks, beaches, and wildlife. It is popular with outdoor enthusiasts and those who prioritise green space and a slower pace of life, with the Helensburgh township nearby providing basic services.

Waterfall falls under postcode 2233 and is governed by the Sutherland Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hughes, while state elections fall under the Heathcote electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2233
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Sutherland
Federal Electorate
Hughes
State Electorate
Heathcote
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.11°, 151.03°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
17.58 km²
Population Density
30 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.38M
10 sales · ▲ 0.4% 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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2233

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2233, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$56,367
Median 2023–24
$69,283
▲ 22.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$83,106

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2233; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Waterfall Station
0.4 km
5 min

Bus Services

  • Local Sutherland Shire services — Helensburgh, Heathcote 15-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
40 km
By Train
~65 min to Central Station via T4 Illawarra Line
By Car (Peak)
55-75 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40-50 min

🛣️ T4 Illawarra Line; Waterfall is a train stabling and crew change point — good service frequency

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small residential area; walking is limited to local streets and Royal National Park trails

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
522
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
82.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
Motor vehicle theft
49.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.3%
Non-DV assault
243.5 / 100k
2yr Up 16.2% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
6.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
101.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 9.8%
View all 62 offence types for Sutherland →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What train line serves Waterfall NSW? +

Waterfall is the southern terminus of the T4 Illawarra Line within the Sydney metropolitan area. Services run regularly to Sydney CBD, taking approximately 65 minutes to Central Station.

Is Waterfall in Royal National Park? +

Waterfall is adjacent to Royal National Park and serves as one of the key southern entry points to the park. The park is accessible by foot directly from the suburb.

What is Waterfall NSW known for? +

Waterfall is known for its stunning bushland setting on the Illawarra Escarpment, its position as the gateway to Royal National Park, and its quiet residential character with train access to Sydney.

What schools are near Waterfall NSW? +

Waterfall Public School serves the local primary school-aged children. For secondary schooling, students typically attend schools in Heathcote or the broader Sutherland Shire area.

How far is Waterfall from Sydney CBD? +

Waterfall is approximately 40 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD, with a train journey of around 65 minutes on the T4 Illawarra Line to Central Station.

What is the median house price in Waterfall? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,375,000, up 0.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Waterfall a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Waterfall is part of the Sutherland 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.

What is the population of Waterfall? +

Waterfall had a population of 522 at the 2021 Census.