Buangla
NSW 2540 • New South Wales
About Buangla
Buangla is a small rural locality in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, situated approximately 10 kilometres north-west of Nowra. Covering around 35 square kilometres of gently undulating farmland and bushland, it falls within the Shoalhaven City Council local government area. Census data indicates the area has very few permanent residents, with the land predominantly used for rural residential and agricultural purposes. The locality sits between the Shoalhaven River valley and the Cambewarra Range, offering picturesque views and a quiet semi-rural character.
Buangla's residents enjoy the best of both worlds — a peaceful rural setting within easy reach of Nowra's full suite of services, schools, and shopping. The South Coast's famous beaches at Jervis Bay and Culburra Beach are accessible within 30–40 minutes by car. The area suits families and rural lifestyle seekers who work in Nowra or telecommute. Surrounding state forests and nature reserves provide bushwalking, mountain biking, and wildlife-spotting opportunities close to home.
Buangla falls under postcode 2540 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Unclassified (OT) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Shoalhaven Transit regional services — Nowra / Bomaderry 20–30 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Most residents drive to Nowra (~10 km) or Bomaderry for train access to Sydney. The Princes Motorway (M1) provides a reasonable road connection.
Car dependent rural locality. No local shops or pedestrian infrastructure; residents rely on Nowra for all services.
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 Buangla by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Buangla Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Buangla" under Suburb