Bundeena, 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 Bundeena, in the Sutherland Shire Council local government area.
| Locality | Bundeena |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Sutherland Shire Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -34.0849 |
| Longitude | 151.14966 |
| Population | 1,860 |
| Density | 853.2 /km² |
| Area | 2.2 km² |
| Elevation | 7 m |
| Postcode | 2230 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 25 km south-southwest |
Bundeena is a locality in the Sutherland Shire Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 1,860. The locality covers an area of 2.2 km², giving a population density of about 853.2 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 7 m above sea level. It lies approximately 25 km south-southwest of Sydney. Bundeena is located at 34.0849°S, 151.1497°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2230. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Bundeena unfolds as a coastal village where the bushland meets the sea, a place of rugged sandstone cliffs that plunge into the clear, blue waters of Port Hacking. It lies 14.3 km south-south-east of Hurstville, NSW (from Hurstville, NSW: bearing 162°T), and is situated 3.0 km south of Cronulla. The air here carries the distinct tang of salt and eucalyptus, a scent that mingles with the dry, earthy perfume of the heathland that spills down towards the shoreline. Winding paths, worn smooth by generations of feet, snake through dense coastal scrub, offering glimpses of hidden coves and beaches where the waves whisper secrets against the sand. The light at dusk often paints the western sky in hues of apricot and rose, reflecting off the water and casting long shadows that deepen the mystery of the surrounding Royal National Park. It’s a landscape that feels both ancient and alive, where the rustle of unseen creatures in the undergrowth is a constant, gentle soundtrack.
The history of Bundeena is deeply intertwined with the traditional custodians of this land, whose connection to its waterways and abundant resources stretches back millennia. Later, a small fishing community began to establish itself here, drawn by the rich waters of the port and the relative isolation that offered a sanctuary from the burgeoning city to the north. This past is still palpable in the weathered boatsheds that dot the foreshore and the quiet camaraderie of the locals, many of whom have lived here for generations. The economy of Bundeena today leans heavily on its natural beauty, with tourism playing a significant role, drawing visitors to its beaches, hiking trails, and the gateway to the expansive national park. While the fishing boats still bob in the harbour, the pulse of Bundeena is now also set by the ebb and flow of day-trippers and weekenders seeking solace and adventure in this remarkably preserved corner of the coast.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Bundeena, 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 Bundeena, in the Sutherland Shire Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Bundeena includes the postcode (2230), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Sutherland Shire Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Inner Regional 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 Bundeena 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. |