Sutherland
Sutherland scores well on lifestyle & amenity (64/100) but only 38/100 on core operations — a gap worth watching.
"Sydney's Shire — Cronulla Beach, Royal National Park, and proud suburban identity"
New South Wales · metro council · Pop. 238,614
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
55 out of 100
#11 of 34 metro councils in NSW
#44 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 62/100 |
| Community Services | 55/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 64/100 |
| Core Operations | 38/100 |
What This Means For You
Among metropolitan councils, Sutherland performs strongest in lifestyle and amenity investment (better than 64% of peers), with room to improve in core service delivery (currently at the 38th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Sydney's Shire — Cronulla Beach, Royal National Park, and proud suburban identity
Sutherland Shire covers Cronulla, Miranda, Caringbah, and suburbs stretching to the Royal National Park.
Known For
- Cronulla Beach — Sydney's most accessible surf beach by train
- Royal National Park
- Bundeena harbour village
- Strong community identity
Living Here
Beach lifestyle with good suburban amenity and train access. Royal National Park is extraordinary.
Hidden Gem
Wedding Cake Rock in Royal National Park — dramatic white sandstone outcrop overlooking the ocean.