Kiama
Kiama scores well on community services (82/100) but only 10/100 on core operations — a gap worth watching.
"South coast jewel — the Blowhole, rolling green hills, and village charm"
New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 22,000
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
55 out of 100
#27 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#44 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 49/100 |
| Community Services | 82/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 81/100 |
| Core Operations | 10/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Kiama performs strongest in community services (better than 82% of peers), with room to improve in core service delivery (currently at the 10th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
South coast jewel — the Blowhole, rolling green hills, and village charm
Kiama is a compact coastal municipality with a famous blowhole, beautiful rural hinterland, and a community that values its village character.
Known For
- Kiama Blowhole — iconic geological feature
- Rolling green dairy country hinterland
- Gerringong and Gerroa beaches
- Strong village community identity
Living Here
Kiama offers south coast charm within commuting distance of Wollongong. The village character is genuine, the coast is beautiful, and the community is tight-knit.
Hidden Gem
Cathedral Rocks at Bombo — a dramatic basalt rock formation on the coast just north of Kiama.