Woolooware NSW 2230

Suburb

Suburb Summary

Woolooware, NSW 2230, is a coastal suburb in Sydney’s Sutherland Shire, governed by Sutherland Shire Council. It sits in the Sutherland Shire region, covers about 1.86 sq km, and has 3,962 residents with a median age of 39. Woolooware is largely a separate-house suburb, with apartments making up a smaller share. The area offers train access on the T4 line, limited bus services, nearby beach access, and around 19.86% canopy cover. Its character is coastal residential, with generally above-average household income, strong school ratings, and solid walkability. Major regional shopping is served nearby by Westfield Miranda.

PART 1
Geographic Profile

Property Type Mix

The mix of houses and apartments that make up the Woolooware NSW 2230 property market, and the sale price range each achieved over the past 12 months.

Houses vs Apartments
40.4%
39.4%
20.2%
Houses (40.4%)
Apartments (39.4%)
Townhouses/Villas/Unclassified (20.2%)
House Price Range$1.1M–$4.5MPast 12 months
Apartment Price Range$125k–$3.7MPast 12 months

Major Road Frontage & Noise

How close Woolooware NSW 2230 properties sit to major roads or rail, and how much traffic noise that brings compared to properties set back from them.

Road & rail proximity
13.8%
32.9%
53.3%
On a major road (13.8%)
Near a major road
Away from major road or rail
Major Roads in Woolooware
KINGSWAY12.2% of suburb properties
CAPTAIN COOK DR1.6% of suburb properties

Public Transport

Train, metro, light rail, ferry and B-Line services accessible from Woolooware NSW 2230.

Services in Woolooware NSW 2230
Woolooware

Schools

Primary and secondary school catchments serving Woolooware NSW 2230, with star ratings and the share of suburb dwellings each catchment covers.

Primary School
Woolooware Public School
53.5% of suburb properties in catchment
Primary School
Burraneer Bay Public School
26% of suburb properties in catchment
Primary School
Cronulla Public School
Developing level20.4% of suburb properties in catchment
Secondary School
Woolooware High School
Good level83.3% of suburb properties in catchment
Secondary School
Cronulla High School
16.7% of suburb properties in catchment
PART 2
Houses

"Houses" in this report includes detached houses, duplexes, and terraces.

Land Topography

How house lots across Woolooware NSW 2230 sit relative to street level — topography that affects drainage, flood risk, privacy, and build cost.

High-side vs low-side lots
High-sideFlatLow-side
12.1%
75.3%
12.7%
High-side (1m above)
Flat
Low-side (1m below)

Risks & Overlays

See which key planning overlays and environmental risks affect this suburb before you buy.

Heritage
0.6%
Of houses affected
Bushfire
0%
Of houses affected
Flood
0.1%
Of houses affected
High voltage power line
33.6%
Of houses affected

Train Station Proximity

The share of Woolooware NSW 2230 houses within easy walking distance (1.2km) of a train station.

Houses within 1.2km of train station87.6%Of all houses

Median Price Trend - Houses

The 20-year trend in median house sale prices across Woolooware NSW 2230, tracked separately from apartments.

Woolooware House Median
$1.3M$2.5M$3.8M$5M$260k · 1996$375k · 1997$370k · 1999$450k · 2000$475k · 2001$630k · 2002$760k · 2003$750k · 2004$704k · 2005$732k · 2006$723k · 2007$765k · 2008$795k · 2009$880k · 2010$1M · 2011$920k · 2012$960k · 2013$1.1M · 2014$1.4M · 2015$1.5M · 2016$1.8M · 2017$1.7M · 2018$1.6M · 2019$1.7M · 2020$2.3M · 2021$2.4M · 2022$2.3M · 2023$2.5M · 2024$2.5M · 202519962003201120182026

Land & Property Feature Metrics

Typical land characteristics and common property features across Woolooware NSW 2230.

Median land value$1.9MOf houses affected
Median lot frontage15.2mOf houses affected
Median land size623m²Of houses affected
Houses with a pool18.9%Of houses affected

Pocket Price Distribution

How property prices vary across the different pockets of Woolooware NSW 2230, and how each pocket compares.

Median house priceDerived from sales
House sales43Past 12 months
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PART 3
Apartments

Median Price Trend - Apartments

The 20-year trend in median apartment sale prices across Woolooware NSW 2230, tracked separately from houses.

Woolooware Apartment Median
$250k$500k$750k$1M$131k · 1996$136k · 1997$179k · 1999$206k · 2001$259k · 2002$292k · 2003$310k · 2004$273k · 2005$287k · 2007$280k · 2008$265k · 2009$325k · 2010$330k · 2011$365k · 2012$401k · 2013$645k · 2014$635k · 2015$745k · 2016$695k · 2017$700k · 2018$681k · 2019$726k · 2020$848k · 2021$761k · 2022$815k · 2023$860k · 2024$805k · 2025$889k · 202619962003201120182026

Apartment Projects

Where apartment projects are concentrated across Woolooware NSW 2230, with project-level sales context.

Median apartment price$889kDerived from sales
Apartment sales65Past 12 months

Median Rent

The median weekly rent for apartments in Woolooware NSW 2230.

Median apartment rent$700Per week

Largest Apartment Projects

The largest apartment projects in Woolooware NSW 2230, ranked by number of lots.

1
4 FORESHORE BVD, WOOLOOWARE NSW 2230Large project (100+ lots)
2
475 CAPTAIN COOK DR, WOOLOOWARE NSW 2230Large project (100+ lots)
3
455D CAPTAIN COOK DR, WOOLOOWARE NSW 2230Large project (100+ lots)
4
3 DUNE WALK, WOOLOOWARE NSW 2230Large project (100+ lots)
5
110 KINGSWAY, WOOLOOWARE NSW 2230Medium project (51-100 lots)
PART 4
Community Profile

Top 3 Occupations

The most common occupations among Woolooware NSW 2230 residents.

Professionals20%
Clerical and Administrative Workers20%
Managers10%

Key Demographics & Tenure

Median age, household income, and the renter-versus-owner split that shape the Woolooware NSW 2230 community.

Median age39Years
Median income$2,917Household / week
Renters vs owner-occupiers
RentersOwner-occupiers
30%
70%
Renters
Owner-occupiers

Household Composition

How households are made up across Woolooware NSW 2230 — from families with children to couples and single-person homes.

Household type
Married with children58.2%
Married without children41%
Other0.8%

Top 5 Birth Countries

The leading countries of birth among Woolooware NSW 2230 residents, reflecting the suburb's cultural diversity.

Country of birth
Australia79.9%
England4.3%
New_Zealand1.5%
Greece0.7%
China0.4%

Religion

The most common religious affiliations reported by Woolooware NSW 2230 residents.

Top 3 religious affiliations
Christianity64.6%
No Religion6%
Buddhism1.2%

Crime in Woolooware NSW 2230

How safe is Woolooware NSW 2230? A local safety rating based on recorded crime rates in the area.

Suburb safety rating
The suburb safety rating is calculated by knest.ai based on crime statistics in NSW by BOCSAR.

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Living in Woolooware NSW 2230: Suburb Profile & FAQs

Common questions about living in and buying property in Woolooware NSW 2230 — lifestyle, transport, schools, and the housing market.

Note: Data is sourced from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census data and knest.ai internal statistical data.

Is Woolooware NSW 2230 a good suburb for families?

Woolooware NSW 2230 is a strong suburb for families, especially for buyers who value schooling, a house-led streetscape, and a coastal Shire lifestyle. The school ratings are a standout, with both primary and secondary scoring 10 out of 10, which gives Woolooware real appeal for school-focused buyers. Family indicators are also solid rather than token: children aged 0 to 4 make up 6.3% of residents, those aged 5 to 14 are 14.0%, and the average household size is 2.7, all of which suggest an established family presence. Housing mix matters too, and Woolooware is still predominantly separate houses at 63%, which suits buyers wanting more indoor and outdoor space. The trade-off is that it is not a purely quiet, low-density family enclave. Safety sits at 3 out of 5 rather than the top tier, and apartments make up 18% of homes, so some pockets may feel more active or compact than buyers expect. For families who want strong schools and access to the coast, Woolooware remains a very solid choice.

What is it like to live in Woolooware NSW 2230?

Living in Woolooware NSW 2230 feels coastal, practical, and established rather than flashy or intensely urban. It sits in the Sutherland Shire and has a clear beachside influence, with a coastal residential character and nearby beach access shaping the everyday lifestyle. In practical terms, that means Woolooware can suit buyers who want a suburb that feels relaxed but still usable day to day. Walkability is 4 out of 5, so getting around locally is easier than in many suburban areas, while retail and culture both sit at 3 out of 5, which points to a decent level of amenity without the bustle of a major centre. There is a trade-off, though. Woolooware is not especially leafy, with canopy cover at 19.86%, so it may feel more open and built coastal than green and shaded. Safety is also mid-range at 3 out of 5, so the suburb reads as balanced rather than ultra-peaceful. For buyers who want the Woolooware lifestyle, the draw is convenience plus coastline, not village charm at any cost.

Is Woolooware NSW 2230 well connected for commuting?

Woolooware NSW 2230 is reasonably well connected for commuting, especially by train, but it is not one of Sydney’s fastest CBD commutes. The suburb has train access on the T4 line, which is a genuine advantage for buyers who want a rail option rather than relying fully on buses or driving. Public transport to the Sydney CBD averages about 55 minutes, while driving averages around 35 minutes, so Woolooware works best for commuters who can accept a moderate trip in exchange for a coastal Shire location. Walkability at 4 out of 5 also helps with day-to-day access around the suburb itself. The limitation is that the transport mix is not especially broad. There is no metro, no light rail, buses are limited rather than extensive, and there is no ferry option. So while Woolooware is clearly connected, it is not as flexible as suburbs with multiple transport modes. Buyers who commute daily to the city should weigh that trade-off carefully, while those working partly from home may find the balance very appealing.

Who does Woolooware NSW 2230 suit best?

Woolooware NSW 2230 suits families, professional households, and buyers who want a coastal suburb with a mainly house-based feel. The housing mix leans clearly toward separate houses at 63%, which makes Woolooware more attractive to buyers wanting space, storage, and a more traditional suburban setup. It also has a relatively mature and stable profile, with a median age of 39 and a moderate rental share of 20.24%, so it feels more owner-oriented than highly transient. Professionally, the suburb skews toward white-collar households: 39.17% of residents are managers and professionals combined, with Professionals the largest occupation group at 24.87%, followed by clerical and administrative workers at 15.9% and managers at 14.3%. That said, Woolooware may suit apartment-first or ultra-urban buyers less well. Apartments are present, but the suburb’s identity is not built around dense inner-city living or heavy nightlife. Median weekly personal income of $854 and family income of $2,411 suggest a fairly broad buyer base, but the local housing profile still favours households seeking stability, schools, and lifestyle over a purely convenience-driven city-fringe experience.

What are the pros and cons of living in Woolooware NSW 2230?

The main trade-off in Woolooware NSW 2230 is that you get a very appealing coastal suburban lifestyle, but not the full convenience or intensity of Sydney’s best-connected urban hubs. On the plus side, Woolooware does a lot well for buyers. It has nearby beach access, a coastal residential feel, solid walkability at 4 out of 5, train access on the T4 line, and a housing mix still led by separate houses. That combination makes it attractive for buyers who want more breathing room without giving up everyday practicality. The moderate rental share also suggests a fairly settled owner-occupier feel compared with more transient areas. What buyers give up is speed and variety of access. Public transport to the CBD is about 55 minutes, buses are limited, and there is no metro, ferry, or light rail. Safety, retail, and culture all sit at 3 out of 5, which points to a balanced suburb rather than a standout in every category. For many buyers that will be a perfectly fair exchange, but those wanting peak convenience or a more vibrant urban scene may notice the compromise.

What are property prices like in Woolooware NSW 2230?

Property prices in Woolooware NSW 2230 are expensive by normal Sydney buyer expectations, especially for houses, although apartments offer a more approachable entry point. In the past six months, the median house price recorded at about $2.425 million from 10 sales, with most house sales sitting roughly between $2.3 million and $2.61 million. That places Woolooware house prices firmly in the upper bracket for family buyers and suggests meaningful budget pressure if you want land, school access, and a coastal Sutherland Shire address. Apartments are notably lower, with a median price of about $927,500 across 21 sales, and a middle range around $790,000 to $1.3 million. What that means in practical terms is that buying property in Woolooware can suit two different buyer groups. House buyers are generally paying a premium for space and lifestyle, while apartment buyers may still access the suburb at a far lower entry price. The trade-off is straightforward: houses deliver the classic Woolooware family proposition, but apartments may offer better value if location matters more than land size.