Lake Tabourie
NSW 2539 • New South Wales
About Lake Tabourie
Lake Tabourie is a small coastal village and locality on the South Coast of New South Wales, approximately 220 kilometres south of Sydney within the City of Shoalhaven local government area. The locality takes its name from the lagoon formed where Tabourie Creek meets the Tasman Sea, encompassing both the lake itself and a compact beachside community. The 2021 Census recorded 689 residents across 282 dwellings, with the high dwelling-to-population ratio suggesting a significant proportion of holiday homes and weekender properties.
Lake Tabourie's appeal lies in its combination of lake and ocean access, with calm waters ideal for kayaking and fishing, and surf beach nearby for those who prefer the open sea. The Tabourie Tuckerbox service station and general store on the Princes Highway is a well-known local landmark, serving both the community and travellers along the South Coast corridor. Ulladulla, approximately 15 kilometres to the south, provides a full range of shops, schools, and services, while Burrill Lake and other coastal villages nearby create a relaxed South Coast community feel well-suited to retirees, holiday makers, and sea-changers.
Lake Tabourie falls under postcode 2539 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Coast electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- NSW TrainLink South Coast coaches โ Nowra / Wollongong / Sydney Varies; Sydney approx. 3.5โ4 hrs by coach
Commute to Sydney CBD
๐ฃ๏ธ Princes Highway (A1) runs through the area; car is essential for residents
Very limited local services beyond the Tabourie Tuckerbox; car is essential for shopping, schools, and most daily needs in Ulladulla or beyond
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Camden & Narrawallee Sts
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Ulladulla High School ICSEA 993South St
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Ulladulla Public School ICSEA 978Green St
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 Lake Tabourie by offence type, year and trend.
๐ View Lake Tabourie Crime Statistics on BOCSAR โData source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research ยท Search for "Lake Tabourie" under Suburb
