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Cronulla

POSTAL CODE: NSW, 2230
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Property investors enjoyed capital gains of 10.31% over the last 12 months in CRONULLA, translating to lower returns compared with its peers in NSW.

Figures from the previous quarter show that capital gains for real estate buyers in CRONULLA are low, as opposed to average gains per annum over the past five years.

The suburb posted a 3.63% growth in median prices over a three-year period. This is considerably lower than the gains it recorded over the past year.

This number can mean, real estate investors could earn a rental income of $727.5 based on current median home prices for the suburb.

On average, rents on listings have reached the $727.5 mark, reflecting a 1.1% increase in returns based on the current median price in CRONULLA.

CRONULLA, 2230 ranks 372nd in NSW in terms of median property value increase and capital gains, based on year-to-date figures.

While it ranks 1151st on the list of best yielding suburbs for rental properties in NSW, posting a 1.1% return.

Surburb overview

Cronulla is a coastal suburb in the Sutherland Shire, located about 26 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district. It occupies a peninsula bounded by Bate Bay, Gunnamatta Bay, Port Hacking and Burraneer Bay, giving it a unique setting with ocean beaches on one side and sheltered waterways on the other. The suburb is both a residential area and a popular destination for visitors, with an active commercial and recreational centre.

The suburb has a population of more than 18,000 people, according to the latest census. Most residents were born in Australia, with notable communities from England, New Zealand and South Africa. English is the primary language spoken at home, while other languages include Greek, Italian and Mandarin. The population is diverse, comprising families, professionals, retirees and younger residents, many of whom are drawn to the suburb’s coastal lifestyle. Housing includes apartments, townhouses and detached dwellings, with a significant number of high-density developments near the beach and transport hubs.

Public transport is anchored by Cronulla railway station, the eastern terminus of the Illawarra line, which provides direct services to the Sydney CBD, Hurstville and Wollongong. A network of bus routes supplements rail services, connecting Cronulla with surrounding suburbs. Road access is via the Kingsway and Captain Cook Drive, which link the suburb to the wider Sutherland Shire and Sydney road network.

Cronulla has a well-developed commercial precinct centred around Cronulla Street, with supermarkets, specialty shops, cafes, restaurants and entertainment venues. The area is also home to schools including Cronulla Public School, Cronulla South Public School and De La Salle College. Healthcare services are available nearby at Sutherland Hospital and Kareena Private Hospital, with local medical practices in the suburb.

Recreational amenities are a defining feature of Cronulla. The suburb is known for its surf beaches, including North Cronulla, South Cronulla, Elouera and Wanda, which host surf lifesaving clubs and community events. Gunnamatta Bay offers sheltered swimming areas and boating facilities, while numerous parks, walking tracks, and cycleways provide support for outdoor activities. Proximity to the Royal National Park adds to the range of natural recreation available.

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