Mangerton is an inner Western Suburb of the coastal city of Wollongong. Mangerton is mostly residential with a few cafe's and shops and a number of top performing schools.
Located only a few minutes from inner city of Wollongong, Mangerton is a popular spot for families young and old.
One of Illawarra’s hidden gems, Mangerton is a mostly residential suburb just a few minutes west of Wollongong. It’s quiet and leafy, and residents enjoy being close to parks and bushlands, medical facilities, and top performing schools.
The suburb is home to singles, couples, retirees and families with kids, offering something for everyone. Mangerton Park, Brownlee Park and Meares Park promote an outdoorsy lifestyle, while the nearby Beaton Park Leisure Centre caters to sports enthusiasts. There is a string of shops, while larger complexes such as Figtree Grove Shopping Centre and Wollongong Central are an easy drive away. Mangerton attracts lots of medical professionals, with Wollongong Hospital, Wollongong Private Hospital, and a number of specialty clinics in the area.
Several bus routes run through the suburb, and train services nearby make this a popular location for those commuting to Sydney and surrounds.