Listed on the National Register as a significant heritage site, a quarter of HMAS Creswell's buildings are heritage listed. The establishment is surrounded by Booderee National Park and sits on the shore of Jervis Bay Marine Park.
Creswell consists of theRoyal Australian Naval College and four other departments. The School of Survivability and Ship's Safety teaches fire fighting, damage control and nuclear, biological and chemical defence. The Beecroft Weapons Range across the peninsula offers targets for Naval Gunfire Support practice.
