Dalmeny

NSW 2546 • Rest of NSW

2,194
Population (2021)
$29,328
Median Income
7.15 km²
Area
$330/wk
Median Rent
CoastalLifestyleRetirement-FriendlyBeachsideRegional Town

About Dalmeny

Dalmeny is a coastal South Coast town in Eurobodalla Shire, about 7 km north of Narooma. The 2021 Census population is 2,194, with a mix of permanent residents, retirees and holiday-home users. Positioned between headlands, beaches and Lake Mummuga, the town has a distinctly waterside character. Its profile is primarily residential with strong lifestyle and tourism appeal.

Lifestyle in Dalmeny centres on beach access, fishing, boating and coastal walking tracks, with local shops and community facilities supporting daily needs. Larger retail, health and employment services are typically accessed in Narooma and other nearby regional centres. Public transport exists through regional buses, though most households rely on private vehicles. Dalmeny appeals to families, retirees and sea-change residents seeking a relaxed coastal setting.

Dalmeny falls under postcode 2546 and is governed by Eurobodalla Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bega electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2546
Urban Area
Eurobodalla
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.16°, 150.11°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
7.15 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bega Station precinct
70 km
Not walkable
Moss Vale Station
220 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • South Coast regional buses — Narooma 10-20 min
  • Inter-town services — Batemans Bay / Bega 60-150 min
  • School and local services — Eurobodalla district localities 20-60 min

Commute to Narooma town centre

Distance
7 km
By Bus
10-20 min
By Car (Peak)
8-15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
7-12 min

🛣️ No local rail network; commuting and services are road-based, mostly by private vehicle.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Coastal and local-centre areas are walkable, but many errands and work trips require driving.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Dalmeny by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Dalmeny Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Dalmeny" under Suburb

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$330
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,408
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
59 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.7%

9 state housing + 5 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,937
Census 2021
2,194
13.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$26,052
Income 2021
$29,328
12.6% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,689
Born Overseas 321

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 124
  • 2. New Zealand 30
  • 3. Germany 16
  • 4. India 15
  • 5. Netherlands 14
  • 6. United States 14
  • 7. Scotland 13
  • 8. Wales 9
  • 9. Chile 5
  • 10. Fiji 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 954
Australian 834
Irish 300
Scottish 249
German 99
Australian Aboriginal 76
Italian 33
Indian 30
Polish 29
Dutch 24

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,353
Both parents born in Australia
393
Both parents born overseas
249
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
44.4%
No Religion
43.1%
Islam
0.7%
Hinduism
0.6%
Buddhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
106 (4.8%)
5-14 years
193 (8.8%)
15-19 years
83 (3.8%)
20-24 years
38 (1.7%)
25-34 years
158 (7.2%)
35-44 years
185 (8.4%)
45-54 years
211 (9.6%)
55-64 years
359 (16.4%)
65-74 years
426 (19.4%)
75-84 years
236 (10.8%)
85+ years
197 (9.0%)

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