Mollymook Suburb Profile
Never more than five minutes from the beach, life in Mollymook revolves around sand, surf and salt. From coastal tramping to surfing, fishing and freediving, the ocean-adjacent activities are endless.
A residential population, swelled by beach enthusiasts in the summer, Mollymook boasts a vibrant atmosphere with a lively community calendar. The 2.5km Mollymook Beach is the heart of the town where locals can be found sipping on their morning coffee, taking year-round dips and soaking up sunsets from the sandy shores. Nearby Narrawallee is another favourite spot where surfers, dog-walkers and swimmers can be found making the most of the sand and the sea. Golf-lovers are blessed with the 18-hole Hilltop Golf Course, whilst gourmands share a postcode with the iconic Rick Stein’s.
When not frequenting the beach, locals can be found indulging in the area’s thriving cafe culture and award-winning restaurants. And when the weekend rolls around, it’s all about market hopping, picnics and exploring local events. A short drive of ten minutes or less offers up the charms of other quaint towns like Milton and Ulladulla.
Families are well-served by a selection of surrounding schools and early learning centres, as well as surf schools, nippers programs, and soccer clubs nearby.
As for homes, you’ll find a mix of beach houses, contemporary dwellings and meticulously maintained retro gems.
Combining a holiday lifestyle with a welcoming community spirit, Mollymook delivers on all fronts.
Area Features
Village
A modest population and calendar of community events foster a village-like atmosphere in Mollymook and its surrounding suburbs.
Pristine Beaches
The soft sands of Mollymook Beach are a hive of activity with surfers, dog-walkers, swimmers and snorkellers amiably sharing the space. Neighbouring Narawallee Beach is equally beloved, popular with families due to the playground and BBQ areas.
Bannisters By The Sea
Sitting pretty atop the South Coast headland, celebrity Chef Rick Stein’s seafood restaurant draws visitors from all over. Making the most of the abundant local seafood, the seasonal menu is a treat however many times you sample it.
Mollymook’s laid-back coastal lifestyle attracts young families looking for a change in pace, retirees and sea changers of all ages. According to the 2021 census, the combined population of Mollymook and Mollymook Beach is 3,530, with a median age of 55 and 57, respectively.