NSW · 2515

Scarborough

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Scarborough, NSW 2515.

Scarborough, NSW 2515

About Scarborough

Welcome to Scarborough

Scarborough is a small northern seaside suburb of Wollongong on the south coast of New South Wales, Australia. It sits in the northern Illawarra region on a narrow stretch between the Illawarra escarpment and sea cliffs.

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Scarborough, NSW 2515.

Population

325

residents (2021)

Median age

41

years

Household income

$2,571

median, per week

Median rent

$575

per week

Median mortgage

$2,500

per month

Mortgage / income

22%

comfortable

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Scarborough

Government school catchment

Scarborough Public School

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Properties & amenities in Scarborough

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Price map around Scarborough

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Common questions

Scarborough suburb FAQ

Is Scarborough a good place to live?

Scarborough is a small northern seaside suburb of Wollongong on the south coast of New South Wales, Australia. Scarborough is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 325 and 1 school in the area.

What is the population of Scarborough?

Scarborough has a population of 325 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 41.

What schools are in Scarborough?

There is 1 school in or near Scarborough, including Scarborough Public School.

What suburbs are near Scarborough?

Suburbs near Scarborough include Wombarra, Coledale, Coalcliff and Austinmer.