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Worrigee

NSW 2540 • Rest of NSW

5,384
Population (2021)
$82,472
Median Household Income
16.93 km²
Area
$390/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffordableCoastal HinterlandGrowth SuburbQuiet

About Worrigee

Worrigee is a residential suburb on the southern outskirts of Nowra in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, approximately 160 kilometres south of Sydney. With a population of around 4,500, it falls within the Shoalhaven local government area and serves as a quieter, family-oriented extension of the Nowra township. The suburb has seen steady residential development since the 1990s, with modern housing estates set among gentle hills. The demographic profile is predominantly families and retirees.

Worrigee offers a relaxed coastal-hinterland lifestyle with easy access to Nowra's shops, services, and the beautiful beaches of Jervis Bay just 25 minutes away. The Stockland Nowra shopping centre is on its doorstep, and the suburb has its own primary school, parks, and sporting fields. The nearby Shoalhaven River provides boating and fishing opportunities. With affordable housing compared to Sydney and a growing community, Worrigee appeals to families, defence force personnel from nearby HMAS Albatross, and retirees seeking a quiet life near the coast.

Worrigee falls under postcode 2540 and is governed by Shoalhaven Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Coast electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2540
Urban Area
Nowra
LGA / Council
Shoalhaven
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
South Coast
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.91°, 150.64°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
16.93 km²
Elevation
14m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$780K
100 sales · ▲ 4% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$645K
5 sales · ▲ 7.5% 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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$390
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
33 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
4.5%

38 state housing + 44 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bomaderry Station
5 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • Nowra local bus — Nowra CBD / Bomaderry Station 10-15 mins

Commute to Nowra CBD

Distance
6 km
By Train
N/A (Bomaderry is terminus; Sydney ~2.5 hrs by train)
By Bus
10-15 mins to Nowra
By Car (Peak)
10 mins
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 mins

🛣️ Car-dependent suburb; Bomaderry Station offers South Coast Line to Sydney (2.5 hrs); Jervis Bay 25 mins by car

Walkability Car-Dependent

Stockland shopping centre nearby but generally requires driving for most destinations

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
223.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.6%
Motor vehicle theft
175.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.2%
Non-DV assault
461.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
245.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
View all 62 offence types for Shoalhaven →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,068
Census 2021
5,384
▲ 6.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$31,720
Personal Income 2021
$38,220
▲ 20.5% 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
$38,220 / yr
$735/wk
Household
$82,472 / yr
$1586/wk
Family
$93,288 / yr
$1794/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,577
Born Overseas 519

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 131
  • 2. India 31
  • 3. New Zealand 29
  • 4. Philippines 23
  • 5. Thailand 19
  • 6. Scotland 16
  • 7. Germany 14
  • 8. Italy 12
  • 9. South Korea 12
  • 10. China 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,470
English 2,228
Australian Aboriginal 523
Irish 500
Scottish 478
German 188
Italian 158
Dutch 84
Maltese 58
Chinese 52

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,810
Both parents born in Australia
700
Both parents born overseas
560
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.5%
No Religion
43.3%
Buddhism
0.7%
Hinduism
0.7%
Islam
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
431 (8.0%)
5-14 years
874 (16.2%)
15-19 years
352 (6.5%)
20-24 years
368 (6.8%)
25-34 years
767 (14.2%)
35-44 years
641 (11.9%)
45-54 years
659 (12.2%)
55-64 years
504 (9.4%)
65-74 years
443 (8.2%)
75-84 years
279 (5.2%)
85+ years
64 (1.2%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Worrigee known for? +

Worrigee is known as an affordable residential suburb on the outskirts of Nowra in the Shoalhaven region, offering easy access to both Nowra's services and the beautiful beaches of Jervis Bay, approximately 25 kilometres away.

How far is Worrigee from Nowra? +

Worrigee is situated on the southern outskirts of Nowra, approximately 3-5 kilometres from the Nowra town centre, with a short drive of around 5-10 minutes.

Does Worrigee have public transport? +

Worrigee is served by local bus routes connecting to Nowra, which has regional coach services to Sydney and the South Coast. The Bomaderry (Nowra) train station provides rail connections to Sydney, approximately 3 km from Worrigee.

What is the population of Worrigee? +

According to the 2021 Census, Worrigee has a population of approximately 5,384 residents within the Shoalhaven City Council local government area.

Is Worrigee a good place to live? +

Worrigee offers a relaxed coastal-hinterland lifestyle close to Nowra's services and Jervis Bay's spectacular beaches. It suits families and those seeking affordable housing in the Shoalhaven who want easy access to both the coast and Nowra's amenities.

What is the postcode for Worrigee? +

The postcode for Worrigee is 2540.

What is the average income in Worrigee? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Worrigee is about $735 per week (around $38,200 per year). The median household income is $1,586 per week and the median family income is $1,794 per week.

What is the median house price in Worrigee? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $780,000, up 4% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $645,000, up 7.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Worrigee? +

The median age in Worrigee is 33. The largest age group is 5–14 (874 residents, around 16%). Around 31% of residents are under 20 and about 15% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Worrigee a safe area? +

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

In Worrigee, the median weekly rent is $390, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,733 (2021 Census).