Kiama
NSW 2533 · Kiama
7,904 (2021) → 8,185 est. (2025) · Moderate Growth
Based on transport, liveability & education. Safety is scored separately below.
Kiama is a moderate growth suburb in Kiama, NSW 2533, about 95km from Sydney CBD. Its median house price of $1.56M is more expensive than the NSW average. The suburb has 3 schools, a transport score of 86/100, and is right by the coast. Kiama has an overall score of 75/100, based on transport, liveability and education, plus a separate residential safety score of 84/100.
Demographics
Age distribution
ATO 2023-24, postcode 2533 area — postcode-level, not suburb-specific.
Top countries of birth: England (6.33%), New Zealand (1.44%), USA (0.86%), Scotland (0.78%), Germany (0.68%)
Top languages: Mandarin (0.48%), Spanish (0.47%), Greek (0.44%), German (0.37%), Cantonese (0.35%)
Source: ABS Census 2021
Property
Median price history
Source: NSW Valuer General · Updated Q1 2026
Residential Safety
Recorded residential incidents (latest year), with rate per 100,000 residents:
Includes street and public-place assaults — supplementary context, not part of the safety score.
Residential incidents over time
Sum of the five residential categories above — not all recorded crime.
Area crime context
An independent score — crime data quality varies by state, so safety is shown separately and is not part of the overall score.
Source: BOCSAR · Updated March 2026
Schools
Strong school options
Well above average — good-quality schools within reach and a healthy range of options to choose from.
Average ICSEA of schools within 10km 1066 (above the national average of 1000).
In suburb
- Ss Peter and Paul Catholic Primary SchoolPrimary · CatholicICSEA 1104
- Kiama Public SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 1064
- Kiama High SchoolSecondary · GovernmentICSEA 1036
Nearby (within 10km)
- Minnamurra Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 5.5kmICSEA 1068
- Jamberoo Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 7.3kmICSEA 1045
- Illawarra Environmental Education CentreCombined · Government · 8.1km
- Gerringong Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 8.7kmICSEA 1091
- Shell Cove Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 8.8kmICSEA 1049
- Shellharbour Anglican CollegeCombined · Independent · 8.9kmICSEA 1099
Source: ACARA MySchool · Updated 2025
Transport
Source: TfNSW GTFS
Employment & Economy
Top local industries
Source: DEWR SALM / ABS Census 2021 · Updated SALM Mar 2026 / 2021 Census
Liveability
Amenities within 2–3km
Counted within a short distance of the suburb centre (so nearby facilities count), with the in-boundary count shown beneath.
In this suburb
Source: Bureau of Meteorology · OpenStreetMap · Healthdirect NHSD (via Geoscience Australia)
Fitness
Limited facilities
Below average — fewer fitness options nearby, so you may need to travel to a gym or pool.
Facilities within 3km of the suburb centre. The Fitness Score is a national percentile of these counts per resident.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Outdoors
Limited outdoor options
Below average — fewer parks and green spaces close by.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Outdoor Score is a national percentile led by parks and green space.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Culture
Some cultural venues
Around the national average — a handful of cultural venues, with more on offer a short trip away.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Culture Score is a national percentile weighting theatres, museums, galleries, libraries and arts centres most heavily.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Entertainment Scene
A few good options
A handful of local venues to choose from — nothing epic, but you're not driving far either.
View nearby venues on the Entertainment Map →
Source: Liquor & Gaming NSW · Updated June 2024
Childcare
Strong options nearby
Well above average for childcare services — good choice and quality, with most families finding a place without a long drive.
View childcare centres on the map →
Source: ACECQA National Quality Framework Register · Updated July 2026
Aged Care
Government-subsidised aged care services located in this suburb. Star Ratings are the official ratings for residential aged care homes.
Source: Dept of Health, Disability and Ageing · Updated May 2026 Star Ratings
Places of Worship
Mapped places of worship within 3km of the suburb centre, grouped by religion where recorded. Community mapping may not capture every congregation.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Population & Growth
Moderate GrowthSource: ABS ERP & NSW DPHI
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Frequently asked questions about Kiama
Is Kiama safe?
Kiama has a residential safety score of 84/100, based on residential crime (break-ins, theft from dwellings, vehicle theft, domestic assault and robbery) per resident relative to the NSW median. Its total recorded incident rate is 4,428 per 100,000 across all categories.
What are property prices in Kiama?
In Kiama, the median house price is $1.56M and the median unit price is $1.09M. Median weekly house rent is $795.
How far is Kiama from Sydney CBD?
Kiama is about 95.1 km from Sydney CBD, an estimated 164 minutes by public transport.
What schools are in Kiama?
Kiama has 3 schools, with an average ICSEA of 1068 (the national average is 1000). Schools are listed factually, not ranked.
What is public transport like in Kiama?
Kiama has a transport score of 86/100, including 2 train stations and 20 bus stops.