Moruya

NSW 2537 • Rest of NSW

4,295
Population (2021)
$30,784
Median Income
77.89 km²
Area
0m
Elevation

About Moruya

Moruya is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Eurobodalla (Area) area. With a population of 4,295 and a median income of $30,784, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 77.89 km² at an elevation of 0m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Moruya is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Moruya falls under postcode 2537 and is governed by Eurobodalla Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bega electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2537
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.91°, 150.09°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
77.89 km²
Elevation
0m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    61-63 Queen Street Moruya 2537 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Moruya, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

13 Page Street Moruya • SHR #00485
Moruya and District Historical Society 85 Campbell Street Moruya • SHR #00942

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
52 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,982
Census 2021
4,295
7.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,480
Income 2021
$30,784
20.8% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,426
Born Overseas 460

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 163
  • 2. New Zealand 42
  • 3. India 22
  • 4. Netherlands 19
  • 5. Vietnam 19
  • 6. Germany 18
  • 7. Ireland 16
  • 8. South Africa 13
  • 9. Scotland 12
  • 10. United States 11
  • 11. Wales 11
  • 12. Canada 10
  • 13. Thailand 7
  • 14. Greece 6
  • 15. Italy 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,801
Australian 1,750
Irish 550
Scottish 442
Australian Aboriginal 272
German 200
Dutch 94
Italian 82
Welsh 46
New Zealander 36

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,877
Both parents born in Australia
599
Both parents born overseas
440
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.4%
No Religion
39.9%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.4%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
173 (4.0%)
5-14 years
460 (10.7%)
15-19 years
202 (4.7%)
20-24 years
176 (4.1%)
25-34 years
366 (8.5%)
35-44 years
403 (9.4%)
45-54 years
516 (12.0%)
55-64 years
778 (18.1%)
65-74 years
697 (16.2%)
75-84 years
370 (8.6%)
85+ years
158 (3.7%)

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