Average rent in Thirroul - Austinmer - Coalcliff, NSW — 2026
Thirroul - Austinmer - Coalcliff sits in the Wollongong local government area, 52km from the Sydney CBD, with a population of around 11,957 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $550/week — above the New South Wales state median of $424/week. 19% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.
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ABS 2021 Census median
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Suburb at a glance
- Population
- 11,957
- Median age
- 43
- Distance to Sydney
- 52 km
- Households renting
- 19%
- Separate houses
- 81%
- Flats / apartments
- 8%
- Born overseas
- 17%
- Top occupation
- Professionals
- LGA
- Wollongong
ABS 2021
Renting in Thirroul - Austinmer - Coalcliff
Thirroul - Austinmer - Coalcliff is one of the more expensive parts of New South Wales to rent in — the typical renter pays $550/week, around 30% above the state median of $424/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 79% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (81%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 52km from Sydney, with a population of around 11,957 and a median age of 43. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.
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