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St Georges Basin

NSW 2540 • Rest of NSW

3,215
Population (2021)
$28,340
Median Income
45.11 km²
Area
0m
Elevation
CoastalWaterfrontRetirementFishingHoliday Destination

About St Georges Basin

St Georges Basin is a large coastal locality in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, situated approximately 200 kilometres south of Sydney. With a population of around 3,200, the area encompasses the picturesque St Georges Basin lake and its surrounding villages. The community has a mix of retirees, families, and holiday home owners, with a median age higher than the state average.

The area is an aquatic wonderland, offering exceptional fishing, kayaking, and boating opportunities on the basin's calm waters. Adjacent to Jervis Bay and its famous white sand beaches, residents enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle with access to Booderee National Park. Local amenities include shops, schools, and medical services at nearby Sanctuary Point, making it ideal for those seeking a peaceful waterside retirement or family holiday destination.

St Georges Basin falls under postcode 2540 and is governed by Shoalhaven Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Coast electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2540
Urban Area
Shoalhaven
LGA
Shoalhaven
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
South Coast
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.11°, 150.60°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
45.11 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bomaderry
18 km
South Coast Line terminus

Bus Services

  • 138, 139 — Nowra/Bomaderry 25-30 min

Commute to Sydney

Distance
200 km
By Train
3hr 30min (via Bomaderry + drive)
By Bus
Limited regional coaches
By Car (Peak)
2hr 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2hr 15min

🛣️ Regional location. Most residents drive to Nowra (15km) for major services. Sydney accessible via Princes Highway.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Spread-out coastal community. Local shops accessible in some areas, but car essential for most trips.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,690
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
53 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,913
Census 2021
3,215
▲ 10.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$24,440
Income 2021
$28,340
▲ 16.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,584
Born Overseas 460

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 177
  • 2. New Zealand 37
  • 3. Germany 29
  • 4. Netherlands 16
  • 5. Scotland 15
  • 6. China 11
  • 7. Greece 11
  • 8. Italy 11
  • 9. Philippines 11
  • 10. Thailand 10
  • 11. Malta 9
  • 12. Ireland 8
  • 13. United States 7
  • 14. Croatia 5
  • 15. Fiji 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,425
Australian 1,296
Scottish 366
Irish 360
Australian Aboriginal 211
German 145
Italian 63
Dutch 47
Greek 45
Maltese 39

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,063
Both parents born in Australia
591
Both parents born overseas
370
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.8%
No Religion
38.9%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
139 (4.3%)
5-14 years
308 (9.6%)
15-19 years
145 (4.5%)
20-24 years
132 (4.1%)
25-34 years
270 (8.4%)
35-44 years
290 (9.0%)
45-54 years
380 (11.8%)
55-64 years
434 (13.5%)
65-74 years
595 (18.5%)
75-84 years
382 (11.9%)
85+ years
134 (4.2%)

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