Woolooware

POSTAL CODE: NSW, 2230
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A steady increase in median property prices over a five-year period in the suburb translates to a 6.38% capital gain.

The suburb 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 $2,500,000.

Profits due to an upward trend in home prices there averaged 2.13% per annum over a 3-year period.

Home owners selling their properties and realtors in WOOLOOWARE usually have to wait an average of 62.3 days days before their assets are lifted off the market.

Average weekly rents on listings have reached the $1035 mark, reflecting a 2.15% increase in returns based on the current median price in WOOLOOWARE.

WOOLOOWARE, 2230 places 749th in Australia based on median property value growth during the quarter.

Surburb overview

Woolooware is a residential suburb in the Sutherland Shire, located about 24 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district. It is bordered by Burraneer to the south, Caringbah to the west and Cronulla to the east, with its northern edge meeting the Georges River. The suburb is closely associated with its sporting facilities and coastal proximity, with a mix of housing types spread across established neighbourhoods.

The suburb has a population of around 4,600 people, according to the most recent census. Most residents were born in Australia, with smaller communities from England, New Zealand and China. English is the primary language spoken at home, though other languages, including Greek, Italian and Mandarin, are also represented. Families make up a significant proportion of the population, along with older couples and professionals. Detached homes remain the dominant housing type, though medium-density dwellings and apartments are also present, particularly near transport hubs.

Public transport in Woolooware is supported by Woolooware railway station on the Illawarra line, which provides direct services to the Sydney CBD, Hurstville, Cronulla and Wollongong. Bus services operate through the suburb, linking it to nearby commercial centres and coastal areas. Road access is available via Kingsway and Captain Cook Drive, providing strong connections to the wider Sutherland Shire and Sydney’s road network.

Essential services are found locally, with small shops, cafes and community facilities scattered throughout the suburb. Larger retail and commercial services are concentrated in Cronulla and Caringbah, while Miranda hosts one of the region’s largest shopping centres. Educational institutions serving the area include Woolooware Public School, Endeavour Sports High School and De La Salle Catholic College, Cronulla. Healthcare is available at nearby Sutherland Hospital and Kareena Private Hospital.

Recreational amenities are a defining feature of Woolooware. The suburb is home to Shark Park, officially PointsBet Stadium, the home ground of the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks rugby league team. Sporting facilities and local ovals support community clubs, while the Georges River and Cronulla beaches provide access to water-based activities. Parks and reserves also offer open space for walking, cycling and outdoor leisure.

 

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