Yowie Bay

POSTAL CODE: NSW, 2228
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A steady increase in median property prices over a five-year period in the suburb translates to a 3.03% capital gain.

It also delivered a stronger performance in contrast to other Australian suburbs in terms of appreciation of property value.Investors saw the median home price rise to $2,447,500

The augmented property values in the suburb are trailing behind the territorial average of 5.34% in 2016.

On the other hand, based on current median home prices for the suburb, Real estate investors could earn a rental income of $1100.

Home owners selling their properties and realtors in YOWIE BAY usually have to wait an average of 86.1 days days before their assets are lifted off the market.

The NSW suburb ranks 940th on the list of best yielding suburbs for rental properties in NSW, posting a 2.34% return.

It also places places 651st in Australia based on median property value growth during the quarter.

Surburb overview

Yowie Bay is a waterfront suburb in the Sutherland Shire, located about 27 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district. It lies on the northern shore of the Port Hacking estuary, bordered by Miranda to the north and Caringbah South to the east. The suburb is characterised by its foreshore position, residential streets and bushland reserves, with a landscape shaped by the bay that shares its name.

The suburb has a population of just over 3,000, according to the most recent census. The majority of residents were born in Australia, with smaller communities from England, New Zealand and China. English is the primary language spoken at home, alongside minority languages such as Greek, Italian, and Mandarin. Households are largely family-based, with many couples with children, as well as older residents. Home ownership levels are high, with detached dwellings comprising the majority of the local housing stock.

Public transport in Yowie Bay is limited, with bus routes connecting residents to Miranda railway station on the Illawarra line. From there, services operate to the Sydney CBD, Cronulla and Wollongong. Road access is available via Forest Road and Georges River Crescent, linking the suburb with Miranda and other parts of the Shire. Due to limited direct transport options, private vehicles are the primary means of travel for most households.

Essential services are accessed in nearby Miranda, which provides supermarkets, retail outlets, medical practices and government services. Educational facilities in the area include Yowie Bay Public School, with additional primary and secondary schools located in adjoining suburbs. Healthcare is available at Sutherland Hospital and Kareena Private Hospital, both a short drive away.

Recreational amenities are a prominent feature of Yowie Bay. The local marina and boat ramp provide access to Port Hacking for boating and fishing. Parks and reserves around the foreshore offer walking trails and picnic areas, while the Royal National Park lies within easy reach for bushwalking and outdoor activities. Sporting clubs and community groups also contribute to the suburb’s active lifestyle.

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