Eden
NSW 2551 • Rest of NSW
About Eden
Eden is a historic coastal town on the far South Coast of New South Wales, situated 478 kilometres south of Sydney on the shores of Twofold Bay. With a population of around 3,150, it is the most southerly town in NSW and home to the third-deepest natural harbour in the southern hemisphere. The town has a rich maritime heritage dating back to its whaling industry days.
Eden offers a stunning natural setting with rugged coastline, pristine beaches, and proximity to Ben Boyd National Park. The Eden Killer Whale Museum is a major attraction, telling the remarkable story of killer whales that once assisted local whalers. The town attracts retirees, fishing enthusiasts, and nature lovers, and serves as a port of call for cruise ships visiting Twofold Bay.
Eden falls under postcode 2551 and is governed by Bega Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bega electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- NSW TrainLink coach — Bega / Canberra / Sydney Varies
- Sapphire Coast Buslines — Bega / Merimbula 45 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Remote coastal town; nearest centres are Bega (54 km) and Merimbula (30 km)
Town centre is walkable but car needed for beaches and surrounding areas
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Eden Marine High School ICSEA 956Barclay St
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Eden Public School ICSEA 906Imlay St
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Eden, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Eden by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Eden Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Eden" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
93 state housing + 11 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 119
- 2. New Zealand 39
- 3. Germany 28
- 4. Philippines 20
- 5. Netherlands 17
- 6. Scotland 13
- 7. South Africa 12
- 8. India 11
- 9. China 10
- 10. France 10
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)