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Diamond Beach

NSW 2430 • Rest of NSW

1,012
Population (2021)
$36,400
Median Income
10.43 km²
Area
$400/wk
Median Rent
CoastalBeachfrontSurfingQuiet LifestyleHoliday Destination

About Diamond Beach

Diamond Beach is a stunning coastal locality in the Hallidays Point area of the Mid-Coast region, approximately 25 kilometres south of Forster. With around 1,000 residents, it's named after its spectacular 6-kilometre stretch of pristine beach, which is renowned as one of the best surfing and fishing spots on the Mid North Coast. The suburb has a relaxed beachside character with holiday homes and permanent residences.

Life at Diamond Beach revolves around the ocean, with residents enjoying world-class surfing, fishing, whale watching, and beachcombing. The area has historically been popular with holiday-makers, and many residents are retirees or sea-changers seeking a peaceful coastal lifestyle. Hallidays Point nearby provides local shops and services, while Taree and Forster offer comprehensive facilities within a 25-minute drive. The suburb attracts those seeking natural beauty and a genuine escape from city life.

Diamond Beach falls under postcode 2430 and is governed by Mid-Coast Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Myall Lakes electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2430
Urban Area
Taree - Surrounds
LGA / Council
Mid-Coast
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Myall Lakes
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.03°, 152.54°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
10.43 km²
Elevation
5m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local bus — Taree 30-40 min
  • Local bus — Forster 25-30 min

Commute to Taree

Distance
25 km
By Bus
30-40 min
By Car (Peak)
25-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Car essential; nearest train at Taree; Sydney is 320km south (3.5h drive)

Walkability Car-Dependent

Beach walkable; all services require driving to Hallidays Point or further

🛒 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 Diamond Beach by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Diamond Beach Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$400
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,658
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
50 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
886
Census 2021
1,012
▲ 14.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,640
Income 2021
$36,400
▲ 22.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 832
Born Overseas 108

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 35
  • 2. New Zealand 15
  • 3. Brazil 9
  • 4. Netherlands 9
  • 5. United States 7
  • 6. Sri Lanka 5
  • 7. Italy 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 421
English 415
Irish 142
Scottish 110
Australian Aboriginal 65
German 53
Italian 32
Dutch 12
Hungarian 9
Chinese 8

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

692
Both parents born in Australia
143
Both parents born overseas
102
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
45.3%
Christianity
45.3%
Islam
0.6%
Buddhism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
47 (4.6%)
5-14 years
133 (13.1%)
15-19 years
51 (5.0%)
20-24 years
22 (2.2%)
25-34 years
89 (8.8%)
35-44 years
95 (9.4%)
45-54 years
120 (11.9%)
55-64 years
200 (19.8%)
65-74 years
185 (18.3%)
75-84 years
54 (5.3%)
85+ years
12 (1.2%)

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