Wongawilli NSW, 2530
Wongawilli Real Estate: Suburb Profile
If you are considering buying, renting, or investing in Wongawilli, NSW 2530, it's wise to know if the suburb is going to suit your personal needs. The Homes.com.au suburb profile removes the guesswork by providing the Wongawilli property prices, market trends & demographics so we can educate you on your next home or investment.
If you are making a move to Wongawilli, continue reading for a brief history lesson to discover more about the amazing lifestyle and what makes this suburb a worthy option.
Overview Wongawilli is a suburb located in the southern portion of Wollongong in the state of New South Wales, Australia. It is part of the City of Wongollong local government area and the federal division of Whitlam.
The suburb sits at an elevation of 24 metres above sea level. Wongawilli is neighboured by the suburbs of Avon, Dombarton, Kembla Grange, Huntley, Horsley, and Brownsville.
Living in Wongawilli Wongawilli is a suburb that contains a blend of family homes with small rural properties. It is one of those southern suburbs in the City of Wollongong located at the Illawarra escarpment. The population of Wongawilil consists mainly of families with an average household size of 2.3 people. The median age of the population is 37. It is a very leafy suburb, which helps give this community that rural feel. And yet, it is well-serviced by various local and small businesses, including food and general stores, beauty salons, restaurants, cafes, and health centres. It is home to a branch of Woolworths and Coles supermarkets.
History of Wongawilli The suburb's name is derived from " Wonga " native Aboriginal word, “Wonga”. This word means ‘native pigeon’. It traced its early history with coal mining when the Hoskins Brothers opened the Wongawilli colliery opening in 1916.
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