Nowra Hill
NSW 2540 • Rest of NSW
About Nowra Hill
Nowra Hill is a semi-rural suburb located southwest of Nowra in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, approximately 160 kilometres south of Sydney. With a population of around 2,140 residents, the suburb is notable for its exceptionally high home ownership rate (95%) and predominantly young adult demographic aged 20-39. The area is home to HMAS Albatross naval air station on its western edge.
The suburb offers a peaceful rural-residential lifestyle with larger properties and bushland settings. Residents enjoy proximity to the Shoalhaven River and regional attractions while being within easy reach of Nowra's shopping, dining, and entertainment facilities. The area attracts defence personnel, families seeking space, and those wanting an affordable entry point to the South Coast property market.
Nowra Hill falls under postcode 2540 and is governed by Shoalhaven Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kiama electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 131, 132 — Nowra CBD 10-15 min
- 737 — Bomaderry Station 15-20 min
Commute to Nowra
🛣️ Sydney CBD accessible via train from Bomaderry (2.5 hrs) or direct bus (3 hrs)
Rural-residential area with limited footpaths; car essential
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Callala Public School ICSEA 971Emmett St
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Cambewarra Public School ICSEA 1029Kalinga St
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Culburra Public School ICSEA 952Carlton Cres
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Falls Creek Public School ICSEA 92126 Vidler St
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Greenwell Point Public School ICSEA 943Greenwell Point Rd
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Huskisson Public School ICSEA 1004Sydney St
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Dykes Ave
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Sanctuary Point Public School ICSEA 909Idlewild Ave
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 70
- 2. New Zealand 43
- 3. Fiji 9
- 4. India 9
- 5. Philippines 9
- 6. Vietnam 9
- 7. Germany 8
- 8. Ireland 6
- 9. South Korea 5
- 10. Netherlands 5
- 11. Scotland 5
- 12. Bangladesh 4
- 13. China 4
- 14. Egypt 4
- 15. Iran 4
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)