Sutherland Shire
City in New South Wales, Australia
Overview
Sutherland Shire is a scenic region south of Sydney renowned for its beautiful beaches, laid-back suburbs, and bushland reserves. It offers a mix of lively coastal culture and peaceful residential enclaves, making it ideal for both relaxation and outdoor activities. The area boasts strong transport links, excellent dining options, and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
New South Wales
Population
230,211
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-34.07°, 151.08°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
80
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$3,275
Local Cost
$2,110
Local Income
$3,380
Cashless
92
English
98
Temperature
18.7°C
Summer Avg
22.4°C
Winter Avg
14.5°C
Record High
39.9°C
Record Low
6.0°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
887 mm
City Vibrancy
8
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
0
Parks
5
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SYD
Distance
16 km
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Neighborhoods
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 90/100.