Broulee
NSW 2537 • Rest of NSW
About Broulee
Broulee is a coastal village on the South Coast of New South Wales, situated within the Eurobodalla Shire approximately 300 km south of Sydney. With a population of around 1,950 residents and a median age of 50, it attracts retirees and sea-changers seeking a quieter pace of life. The suburb spans 18 square kilometres of low-lying coastal land, featuring pristine beaches and the Broulee Island Nature Reserve.
The village offers a relaxed seaside lifestyle with excellent surfing, swimming, and fishing opportunities at Broulee Beach. A small shopping village provides daily essentials, while the nearby town of Batemans Bay (15 minutes north) offers more comprehensive services. Broulee is popular with families during holiday periods and has a strong community feel with local sports clubs and a well-regarded primary school.
Broulee falls under postcode 2537 and is governed by Eurobodalla Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bega electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- 741 — Batemans Bay 15 min
- 741 — Moruya 20 min
Commute to Canberra
🛣️ Most residents commute locally within Eurobodalla Shire. Canberra is the nearest capital city.
A small coastal village where most errands require a car. The village centre has a few shops within walking distance for nearby residents.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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61 Train Street
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Broulee Public School ICSEA 996Cambridge Cresc
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2494 George Bass Drive
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Moruya High School ICSEA 922Albert St
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Moruya Public School ICSEA 94322 Evans St
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Queen Street
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 Broulee by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Broulee Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Broulee" 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 74
- 2. New Zealand 19
- 3. Germany 18
- 4. Scotland 16
- 5. South Africa 12
- 6. Netherlands 10
- 7. Japan 7
- 8. Nepal 7
- 9. Ireland 6
- 10. Canada 5
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)