Barrack Heights
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Barrack Heights, NSW 2528.
About Barrack Heights
Welcome to Barrack Heights
Barrack Heights sits on the shores of Lake Illawarra, about 100 kilometres south of Sydney and a short drive north of Shellharbour city centre. It's a quiet, established residential pocket in the Illawarra region, bordered by Warilla, Barrack Point, Flinders and the lake itself, with the coast and Shellharbour's shopping and beaches only minutes away.
This is a suburb that suits families, downsizers and anyone drawn to a slower, water-adjacent lifestyle without giving up easy access to schools, shops and the freeway. With a median age of 41 and a population of just over 6,000, Barrack Heights has the settled, community feel of a suburb where people tend to stay put.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Barrack Heights revolves around the lake and the coast rather than any single main street. Locals make regular use of the Lake Illawarra foreshore for walking, fishing and picnicking, while a short trip to Shellharbour or nearby Warilla opens up a wider choice of cafes, takeaway and casual dining. It's an unpretentious, low-key lifestyle that appeals to people who'd rather spend a Saturday on the water than fighting traffic to get somewhere else.
Shopping
For day-to-day needs, residents typically head to Warilla or the Shellharbour city centre, both just a few minutes away, which between them cover supermarkets, specialty stores and larger retail options including Stockland Shellharbour. Barrack Heights itself remains largely residential, which is part of its appeal for those wanting a quieter street-scape close to, but not on top of, the shops.
Getting around
Barrack Heights is well placed for road travel, with ready access to the Princes Highway and the broader Shellharbour and Wollongong road network, making the drive to Wollongong or further north to Sydney reasonably straightforward. Public transport users can connect through nearby Warilla and Shellharbour for bus services, while Shellharbour Junction and Kembla Grange rail stations provide train links up the Illawarra line for those commuting further afield.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Barrack Heights Public School serving the suburb directly and Warilla High School providing nearby public secondary schooling. Aspect South Coast School, which supports students with autism, also operates in the area, adding to a solid spread of educational options within a short distance of home.
Parks & recreation
The suburb's standout feature is its position on Lake Illawarra, which offers boating, fishing, kayaking and foreshore walking tracks right on the doorstep. Combined with nearby Barrack Point and the beaches around Shellharbour, outdoor recreation options here run from calm lakeside strolls to open-water swimming and surf breaks, all within a few minutes' drive.
The property market
Barrack Heights' housing stock is dominated by houses, which make up around 70% of current listings, with townhouses (15%), apartments and units (10%) and a small proportion of vacant land rounding out the mix. The median house price sits at $870,000, having posted recent growth of 2.8%, while units and apartments carry a median of $691,000. Renters typically pay around $680 a week, reflecting steady demand for a suburb that offers water access and family-friendly amenity without big-city prices.
Market snapshot
Barrack Heights property market
Median sale price
$870k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$680
per week
Gross rental yield
4.1%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$724k
Median
$870k
Premium
$1.16m
Days on market
23
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
57
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +3.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Barrack Heights by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Barrack Heights, NSW 2528.
Population
6,003
residents (2021)
Median age
41
years
Household income
$1,340
median, per week
Median rent
$380
per week
Median mortgage
$1,863
per month
Mortgage / income
32%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Barrack Heights
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Aspect South Coast School, Barrack Heights
Recent results
Recently sold in Barrack Heights
$600k
3/37 Roberts Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.10m
92 Captain Cook Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$1.19m
7A Barrack Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$820k
7 Carrington Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.02m
60 Strata Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.20m
12 Phillip Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$860k
4 Provan Street
Sold ~July 2026
$695k
288 Shellharbour Road
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Barrack Heights suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Barrack Heights?
The median house price in Barrack Heights, NSW is $870k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 2.8%.
How much is rent in Barrack Heights?
The median weekly rent in Barrack Heights is around $680 per week.
Is Barrack Heights a good place to live?
Barrack Heights is a suburb of the City of Shellharbour in New South Wales, Australia in the local government area of the same name. Barrack Heights is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 6,003 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of Barrack Heights?
Barrack Heights has a population of 6,003 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 41.
What schools are in Barrack Heights?
There are 3 schools in or near Barrack Heights, including Aspect South Coast School, Barrack Heights, Barrack Heights Public School and Warilla High School.
How long do homes take to sell in Barrack Heights?
Properties in Barrack Heights take around 23 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Barrack Heights?
Entry-level properties in Barrack Heights start around $724k, while premium homes reach $1.16m.
What suburbs are near Barrack Heights?
Suburbs near Barrack Heights include Warilla, Barrack Point, Shellharbour, Flinders and Lake Illawarra.
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