Gymea, New South Wales — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Gymea, in the Sutherland Shire Council local government area.
| Locality | Gymea |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Sutherland Shire Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -34.03584 |
| Longitude | 151.0857 |
| Population | 7,489 |
| Density | 3419.6 /km² |
| Area | 2.2 km² |
| Elevation | 70 m |
| Postcode | 2227 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 22 km south-southwest |
Gymea is a locality in the Sutherland Shire Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 7,489. The locality covers an area of 2.2 km², giving a population density of about 3419.6 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 70 m above sea level. It lies approximately 22 km south-southwest of Sydney. Gymea is located at 34.0358°S, 151.0857°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2227.
Gymea unfolds beneath a sky that often holds a soft, pearlescent quality, especially as the afternoon light begins its slow descent, gilding the leaves of the gum trees that punctuate its suburban sprawl. It lies 8.3 km south of Hurstville, NSW (from Hurstville, NSW: bearing 191°T), and is situated 13.7 km south-south-east of Bankstown. This is a place where the land gently rolls, rising and falling with a subtle grace that speaks of its geological past, a far cry from the dramatic cliffs or sweeping plains of other coastal fringes. The air here carries a faint, sweet scent, a mingling of blooming jacarandas in spring and the damp, earthy aroma of the rainforest canopy that presses in from the nearby national parks. The houses, many with their characteristic tiled roofs, are often framed by lush gardens, a testament to the fertile soil and the mild, sun-drenched climate that encourages growth year-round.
Historically, Gymea's story is intertwined with the broader development of the Sutherland Shire, a region once defined by its agricultural roots and the quiet industry of its early settlers. The land, though now largely residential, still bears the imprint of those who worked it, a history whispered in the names of streets and the enduring presence of mature trees. The local economy, while diversified, retains a connection to its origins, with a vibrant centre that serves as a hub for commerce and community life, attracting visitors from neighbouring suburbs seeking its particular blend of convenience and leafy charm. A notable aspect of Gymea is its accessibility, a gateway to the stunning natural beauty of the Royal National Park, drawing many to its doorstep before they venture deeper into that wilder, more ancient landscape.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Gymea, New South Wales with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Gymea, in the Sutherland Shire Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Gymea includes the postcode (2227), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Sutherland Shire Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Gymea is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |