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Pambula Beach

NSW 2549 • New South Wales

667
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
6.32 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalBeachsideRuralRetireesFamily-Friendly

About Pambula Beach

Pambula Beach is a small coastal locality on the Far South Coast of New South Wales, situated within the Bega Valley Shire approximately 12 kilometres south of Merimbula and just north of the township of Pambula. Covering around 6.3 square kilometres, it had a population of 667 at the 2021 Census. The locality sits at the mouth of the Pambula River, where an estuary meets the Tasman Sea, creating a beautiful natural setting of beach, lagoon, and national park bushland.

Pambula Beach is a peaceful holiday and retirement destination popular with those seeking a quieter alternative to the busier towns of Merimbula and Eden nearby. The beach itself is patrolled in summer and known for calm waters inside the river mouth, making it popular with families. Residents and visitors enjoy fishing, kayaking on the Pambula River, and access to Ben Boyd National Park's coastal walking tracks. The community is small and tight-knit, with most daily services accessed in Merimbula or Pambula township.

Pambula Beach falls under postcode 2549 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bega electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2549
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Bega
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.95°, 149.85°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.32 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Busways / Transdev local services — Merimbula / Bega 15-30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
450 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink coach to Bega, then train (~8-9 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
~5.5 hrs via Princes Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
~5 hrs via Princes Hwy

🛣️ Merimbula Airport (12 km) has regular flights to Sydney (~1 hr). Canberra is approximately 290 km via the Snowy Mountains Highway (about 3.5 hrs).

Walkability Car Dependent

Walkable to the beach and estuary, but a car is needed for shopping and services in Merimbula.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🌳 Parks & Reserves

There is 1 park or reserve in Pambula Beach.

🔍 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 Pambula Beach by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Pambula Beach Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
667
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pambula Beach NSW? +

Pambula Beach is on the Far South Coast of New South Wales, approximately 12 kilometres south of Merimbula and near the mouth of the Pambula River in the Bega Valley Shire.

Is Pambula Beach safe for swimming? +

Yes — the beach is patrolled in summer and the sheltered river mouth area is popular with families and young children due to its calmer waters.

How do I get to Pambula Beach from Sydney? +

By car, Pambula Beach is approximately 5–5.5 hours south of Sydney via the Princes Highway. Merimbula Airport (12 km away) also has regular flights to Sydney taking about 1 hour.

What is near Pambula Beach? +

Merimbula (12 km) has supermarkets, restaurants, and Merimbula Airport. Pambula township is just 3 km away. Ben Boyd National Park is nearby with excellent coastal walks.

What is the median rent in Pambula Beach? +

Median weekly rent in the 2549 postcode area is approximately $400 per week, based on ATO income data for the area.