Illawong
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Illawong, NSW 2234.
About Illawong
Welcome to Illawong
Illawong sits on a peninsula between the Woronora River and the Georges River in Sydney's south, roughly 27 kilometres from the CBD. Bordered by Bonnet Bay, Como, Bangor, Menai and Lugarno, it's a leafy, low-density pocket that feels removed from the bustle of the city while still being within reach of it.
The suburb has built a reputation as a family-oriented enclave of spacious homes and quiet cul-de-sacs, many backing directly onto bushland or water. It suits buyers who want room to breathe — a large block, a boat in the driveway, a good school nearby — without giving up proximity to the Sutherland Shire's amenities.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Illawong tends to revolve around the water and the bush rather than a bustling main street. Riverside reserves along the Woronora give residents places to launch a kayak, walk the dog or simply watch the water, and the suburb's relaxed, semi-rural feel is part of its drawcard. For cafes, pubs and a wider dining scene, most locals head into neighbouring Menai or across to Como and Jannali, where the shopping strips and eateries pick up the slack.
Shopping
Illawong itself is light on retail, built around a local shopping village that covers day-to-day needs — a supermarket, a few cafes and services. Anything beyond the essentials means a short drive to Menai Marketplace or the Sutherland town centre, both of which offer fuller shopping, dining and entertainment options.
Getting around
Illawong's peninsula setting means road access is straightforward but limited to a couple of main routes in and out, funnelling traffic through Alfords Point Road and over the Alfords Point Bridge toward the M5 and greater Sydney. There's no train line through the suburb itself, so residents typically drive or bus to nearby stations such as Sutherland or Jannali for rail connections into the city. This lack of a direct rail link is part of the trade-off for the suburb's quiet, tucked-away feel.
Schools & families
Illawong Public School anchors the local education scene and is a strong drawcard for families moving to the area, offering a genuine community feel within walking distance for many households. The suburb's median age of 44 and its population of 7,427 point to a settled, family-heavy demographic, with plenty of larger homes suited to households with children or multiple generations under one roof.
Parks & recreation
Water and bushland are Illawong's biggest recreational assets. The surrounding reserves along the Woronora and Georges Rivers offer walking tracks, picnic spots and access points for boating and fishing, while pockets of remnant bushland thread through the suburb, contributing to its green, low-rise character. It's a suburb that rewards an outdoors lifestyle over a shopping-centre one.
The property market
Illawong's housing stock is overwhelmingly detached homes, with current listings running at 94% houses, 3% apartments or units and 3% land — a mix that reflects the suburb's large blocks and family-home character rather than higher-density living. The median house price sits at $1.92 million, backed by recent growth of 6.1%, while renters are paying a median of $1,225 a week, underlining Illawong's position as one of the more premium, sought-after corners of the Sutherland Shire.
Market snapshot
Illawong property market
Median sale price
$1.92m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$1,225
per week
Gross rental yield
3.3%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.60m
Median
$1.92m
Premium
$2.55m
Days on market
32
Auction clearance
50%
Sold this year
42
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +3.7% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Illawong by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Illawong, NSW 2234.
Population
7,427
residents (2021)
Median age
44
years
Household income
$2,778
median, per week
Median rent
$650
per week
Median mortgage
$2,976
per month
Mortgage / income
25%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Illawong
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Illawong
$2.24m
11 Brisbane Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.93m
14 Shand Close
Sold ~July 2026
$1.65m
69 Moreton Road
Sold ~June 2026
$2.40m
99-101 Bignell Street
Sold ~June 2026
$925k
1 Fowler Road
Sold ~June 2026
$2.15m
202 Fowler Road
Sold ~June 2026
$1.50m
14 Bramwell Place
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
Illawong suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Illawong?
The median house price in Illawong, NSW is $1.92m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 6.1%.
How much is rent in Illawong?
The median weekly rent in Illawong is around $1,225 per week.
Is Illawong a good place to live?
Illawong is a suburb in southern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Illawong is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 7,427 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Illawong?
Illawong has a population of 7,427 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 44.
What schools are in Illawong?
There is 1 school in or near Illawong, including Illawong Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Illawong?
Properties in Illawong take around 32 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 50%.
How much do you need to buy in Illawong?
Entry-level properties in Illawong start around $1.60m, while premium homes reach $2.55m.
What suburbs are near Illawong?
Suburbs near Illawong include Bonnet Bay, Como, Bangor, Menai and Lugarno.
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