Oak Flats, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Oak Flats is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 6,840. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Oak Flats
Oak Flats is a suburb of Shellharbour, New South Wales, Australia situated on the south western shores of Lake Illawarra and within the Illawarra region of New South Wales. It is a residential area, which had a population of 6,840 at the 2021 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,840 |
| Population Density | 88 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.5623°, 150.8219° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.5 inches (953 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Oak Flats
Oak Flats is a small city in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 6,840. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Oak Flats
Oak Flats has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (22°C), the coldest is Jul (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 900 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.9°F |
| 16% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 77.4 sq mi (200.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 88/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5623°S, 150.8219°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 5.8 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 3.5 in |
Oak Flats has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 53°F in June to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 52.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and July the driest (2.3").
Schools in Oak Flats
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi Catholic High School | - | - | - | - |
| Oak Flats Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Oak Flats High School | - | - | - | - |
| Balarang Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Oak Flats
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2MCR 100.3 - Sounds of Macarthur - Macarthur Community Radio | australian music, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| i98FM | - | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Oak Flats
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berry Museum | ||||
| Black Diamond Heritage Centre | ||||
| Breakwater Battery | ||||
| Breakwater Battery | ||||
| Breakwater Battery Military Museum | ||||
| Breakwater Battery Military Museum | ||||
| Gerringong Heritage Museum | ||||
| Historical Aircraft Restoration Society | ||||
| Illawarra Historical Society Inc & Illawarra Museum | ||||
| Illawarra Historical Society Inc & Illawarra Museum | ||||
| Illawarra Light Railway Museum | ||||
| Science Space | ||||
| Science Space | ||||
| Shellharbour City Museum | ||||
| The Old Court House | ||||
| The Old Court House | ||||
| The Pilots Cottage Museum | ||||
| Tongarra Museum |
Libraries in Oak Flats
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albion Park library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bulli Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bulli Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Corrimal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Corrimal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dapto District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gerringong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kiama Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oak Flats Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shellharbour Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shellharbour City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thirroul Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Unanderra Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Unanderra Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University of Wollongong Library (16) | 0.0 | |||||
| University of Wollongong Library (16) | 0.0 | |||||
| Warrawong District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Warrawong District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Warrawong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Warrawong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wollongong City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wollongong City Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Oak Flats
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiama Farmers Market |
Train Stations in Oak Flats
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Oak Flats
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Oak Flats
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Oak Flats
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resin Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Oak Flats
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| WIN Entertainment Centre | ||
| WIN Stadium |
Airports Near Oak Flats
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| (Duplicate)Western Sydney International Airport | WSI | Large Airport |
| (Duplicate)Western Sydney International Airport | - | Large Airport |
| Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport | SYD | Large Airport |
| Camden Airport | CDU | Medium Airport |
| Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross | NOA | Medium Airport |
| Shellharbour Airport | WOL | Medium Airport |
| Sydney Bankstown Airport | BWU | Medium Airport |
| Aberfoyle Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bowral Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bullio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cambewarra Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Holsworthy (Military) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jaspers Brush Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Jervis Bay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mittagong Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Robertson Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| St Mary's / Kennetts Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tadji Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| The Oaks Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tucker Creek Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wedderburn Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Wilton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yerranderie Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Oak Flats
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Australia Post |
Treatment Centers in Oak Flats
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Illawarra Cancer Care Centre | ||
| Illawarra Radiology Group | ||
| Wollongong Campus Medical Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Oak Flats
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Oak Flats Anglican Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Oak Flats?
Oak Flats has a population of 6,840 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 88 people per square mile, spread across 77.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Oak Flats?
Oak Flats enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches.
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