Basin View
NSW 2540 • Rest of NSW
About Basin View
Basin View is a tranquil waterfront suburb on the shores of St Georges Basin in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, approximately 190 kilometres south of Sydney. With a population of around 1,600, it is part of the wider Jervis Bay and St Georges Basin community. The suburb enjoys a picturesque setting overlooking the basin, surrounded by natural bushland and close to the stunning white sand beaches of Jervis Bay. The area has a relaxed, semi-rural character popular with retirees and holiday-makers.
Basin View offers a peaceful coastal lifestyle with excellent water-based recreation including kayaking, fishing, and swimming in the calm waters of St Georges Basin. The suburb is a short drive from the renowned beaches of Jervis Bay, including Hyams Beach. Local amenities are centred in nearby Sanctuary Point and St Georges Basin village, while the regional centre of Nowra is about 20 minutes away. The area features nature walks, birdwatching opportunities, and proximity to Booderee National Park. Housing is predominantly single-storey homes on spacious blocks, attracting sea-changers and retirees.
Basin View falls under postcode 2540 and is governed by Shoalhaven Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Coast electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 735 — Sanctuary Point to Nowra 30 mins
Commute to Nowra
🛣️ Sydney is approx 2.5-3 hours by car; NSW TrainLink coach service connects Nowra to Sydney rail network
Quiet residential area with limited local shops; car essential for most errands
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Callala Public School ICSEA 971Emmett St
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Cambewarra Public School ICSEA 1029Kalinga St
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Culburra Public School ICSEA 952Carlton Cres
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Falls Creek Public School ICSEA 92126 Vidler St
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Greenwell Point Public School ICSEA 943Greenwell Point Rd
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Huskisson Public School ICSEA 1004Sydney St
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Dykes Ave
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Sanctuary Point Public School ICSEA 909Idlewild Ave
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Basin View by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Basin View Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Basin View" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
0 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 61
- 2. New Zealand 25
- 3. Germany 9
- 4. Philippines 8
- 5. Scotland 7
- 6. Wales 4
- 7. Greece 3
- 8. Japan 3
- 9. Malta 3
- 10. Netherlands 3
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)