Woolooware, 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 Woolooware, in the Sutherland Shire Council local government area.
| Locality | Woolooware |
| 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 | -34.04143 |
| Longitude | 151.13999 |
| Population | 3,890 |
| Density | 1627.6 /km² |
| Area | 2.4 km² |
| Elevation | 21 m |
| Postcode | 2230 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 20 km south-southwest |
Woolooware is a locality in the Sutherland Shire Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 3,890. The locality covers an area of 2.4 km², giving a population density of about 1627.6 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 21 m above sea level. It lies approximately 20 km south-southwest of Sydney. Woolooware is located at 34.0414°S, 151.1400°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2230.
Woolooware unfolds across a verdant expanse, a landscape painted with the gentle curves of suburban growth meeting the whispering reeds of its natural waterways. It lies 9.4 km south-south-east of Hurstville, NSW (from Hurstville, NSW: bearing 159°T), and is situated 14.4 km south-west of Maroubra. Here, the air carries a perpetual salinity, a subtle reminder of its proximity to the vast Pacific, and the sunlight often filters through a haze of humidity, lending a soft, diffused glow to the manicured lawns and established trees. The terrain itself is a study in subtle undulation, rising and falling with a quiet grace that guides the eye towards the shimmering expanse of Botany Bay. This is a place where the suburban dream finds its footing on solid, well-drained ground, a harmonious blend of human endeavour and the enduring presence of the natural world.
The story of Woolooware is intrinsically linked to the broader development of the Sutherland Shire, a region that has transitioned from its colonial beginnings to become a vibrant, contemporary locale. Historically, the land was shaped by agricultural pursuits before urbanisation took hold, and echoes of this pastoral past can still be felt in the rhythm of its neighbourhoods. The local economy today is diverse, a reflection of its well-connected status within the Sydney metropolitan area, with many residents commuting to employment centres while others find work in local retail, services, and burgeoning small businesses. A notable feature of Woolooware is its commitment to green spaces and recreational facilities, with parks and sporting ovals providing vital lungs for the community, fostering a sense of active engagement and neighbourly connection. The presence of the Woolooware Golf Club, a significant landmark, further anchors the locality, drawing visitors and residents alike to its manicured fairways.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Woolooware, 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 Woolooware, in the Sutherland Shire Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Woolooware includes the postcode (2230), 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 Woolooware 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. |