Wollongong city centre

City in New South Wales, Australia

Overview

Wollongong city centre is a lively coastal destination in New South Wales, known for its stunning beaches, lively arts and food scene, and a laid-back atmosphere. The city seamlessly blends modern amenities with natural beauty, making it ideal for both relaxation and urban exploration.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Australia
State
New South Wales
Population
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-34.43°, 150.89°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
83
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
82
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$3,055
Local Cost
$1,990
Local Income
$3,300
Cashless
95
English
99
Temperature
15.6°C
Summer Avg
20.8°C
Winter Avg
10.0°C
Record High
42.1°C
Record Low
0.1°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
923 mm
Internet Speed
108 Mbps
Upload
35 Mbps
Latency
71 ms
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
1150.0
Airport
WOL
Distance
17 km

Frequently Asked Questions

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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 39 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 86/100.