Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale, NSW 2904
A coastal pocket of Wollongong where the weekend starts with a swim.
- Waterfront
- $390/wk Median
- 23.3% Renters
Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 20.8k
- Median age
- 41
- Median weekly rent
- $390
- To the CBD
- 15.6km
- Walkability
- 8.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Signature Spotlight
Waterfront Living
Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale sits among Wollongong's coastal renter pockets, where the rhythm of the week runs around the water — early swims, weekend walks along the foreshore, and a noticeably relaxed pace compared to the inner city. With 20,761 residents and a solid minority renter share (23.3%), it's a well-established part of the Wollongong rental market.
Around Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale
Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale Cove
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale Beach
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Available Rental Properties in Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale
Real questions renters ask before moving to Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale.
Is Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale family-friendly for renters?
Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale has around 7 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $390/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Wollongong.
Is Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale walkable?
Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale carries a walkability score of 8.1/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How far is Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale from the Wollongong CBD?
Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale is approximately 10km from the Wollongong CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Woonona - Bulli - Russell Vale has a 23.3% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
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