Lilli Pilli, NSW 2229

Lilli Pilli is one of those suburbs that quietly wins you over. Nestled along the Port Hacking River in Sydney’s south, it offers an enviable balance of privacy, nature, and community. Although it's about 30km from the Sydney CBD, the peaceful setting feels a world away from the bustle of the city. Most residents enjoy a short drive to Caringbah or Miranda for transport connections, shopping, and all the essentials, while returning home to the calm of leafy streets and sparkling water views.Families are drawn to Lilli Pilli for good reason. The local primary school, Lilli Pilli Public, is highly regarded not only for its academic strength but also its welcoming, close-knit culture. There’s a real village atmosphere here. It's the kind of suburb where people wave to each other on their morning walks and parents chat at school pick-up.Nature is at the heart of everyday life in Lilli Pilli. The suburb is fringed by bushland and bordered by water, offering plenty of opportunities to unwind outdoors. Lilli Pilli Point Reserve is a local favourite, with its walking tracks, picnic areas, and stunning outlook across the bay. Locals often spend weekends kayaking, fishing, or enjoying a slow coffee after a morning stroll.
While the suburb itself is predominantly residential, you're only minutes away from the dining and café culture of Caringbah South and Cronulla. That means you get all the benefits of relaxed coastal living without giving up on lifestyle perks like great food and vibrant weekend spots.Lilli Pilli truly delivers when it comes to quality of life it’s private, scenic, and community-driven. For buyers looking for a sanctuary by the water with excellent schools, parklands, and easy access to greater Sydney, this little corner of the Shire is hard to beat.

Tucked away on the Port Hacking peninsula, Lilli Pilli is one of the Sutherland Shire’s hidden gems, a peaceful, family-oriented suburb with a relaxed waterside charm. While it may feel like a secluded coastal retreat, Lilli Pilli is still within a manageable distance to the Sydney CBD, approximately 30km away, making it ideal for those who want a tranquil lifestyle without losing access to the city. The area is especially popular with families, thanks to its strong sense of community and reputable local schooling. Lilli Pilli Public School has an excellent reputation, known for its nurturing environment and high academic standards. For older students, nearby schools such as Port Hacking High and a range of private options in the wider Shire area offer strong secondary education pathways.What really sets Lilli Pilli apart is its natural beauty. Surrounded by waterways and bushland, the suburb offers residents direct access to the calm waters of the Port Hacking River, making it a haven for kayaking, boating, and fishing. Lilli Pilli Point Reserve is a standout, a beloved local park with picnic spots, bushwalks, and incredible views across the bay. It’s a perfect place for weekend strolls or letting the kids explore.
While Lilli Pilli is a quieter, more residential area, it’s just a short drive to neighbouring suburbs like Caringbah South and Cronulla for restaurants, cafés, and boutique shopping. Locals enjoy easy access to quality dining and coffee spots without the hustle of more built-up areas, giving them the best of both convenience and calm.Lilli Pilli is a suburb for those who value space, scenery, and serenity. It's where neighbours know each other, kids ride bikes safely in cul-de-sacs, and weekends are spent on the water or exploring nearby national parks, a true lifestyle location with a strong sense of belonging.

Having grown up in the area and attended Lilli Pilli Public School, it has made me truely appreciate everything that is on offer. There are beautiful local cafes, shops, mixed with a lovely family environment. On a Saturday it is very common to find the local Lilli Pilli Berries Football Club (Winter) and local Cricket clubs in (Summer) playing up at Lilli Pilli Oval, with plenty of locals around supporting the community. Lilli Pilli Baths is also a great spot to check out.

Water views from most areas. Great public schools. No traffic, rock pool and pier. Safe area for kids to play on streets. Good families.

We love the area coming from Sydneys Eastern suburbs. Best move of our life.

Great quality middle class aspirational suburb without the snobbishness that can afflict many other similar suburbs. Safety and the ability to say hello to all and sundry Without some people questioning or suspecting any ulterior motive enhances the safety and stability of the area. No multi-cultural divides here as everyone is comfortable with integration and harmony.

Port hacking is a small leafy suburb located at the end of port hacking road and east of lilli pilli point.
Encompassing breath taking views of little turriell bay and fronting onto the port hacking river the area has many recreational reserves to explore and enjoy.
Minimal through traffic and mainly locals passing by along turriell point road being the main through street.
Port hacking has mostly brick and timber clad homes on generous sized land parcels scattered throughout its cul-de-sacs, many of them maintaining views and glimpses of the royal national park and port hacking river.
Located within close proximity to cronulla beach and mall, miranda westfield shoppingtown and nightlife spots.
Transport is quite good with a reliable local bus service and caringbah train station near by, 5 min drive or easy walk.
Excellent choice of public and private schools with varied levels of education.
Safe,secure and friendly neibourhood with relaxing atmosphere away from the busy city lifestyle but close enough to everything.
Highly recomended for all !!!

terrific schools - some of the best primary schools around, and good secondary schools, and can generally move from one to another without too much hassle. Trains have just been upgraded, and a new restaurant is opening every week seemingly.