Tanilba Bay
NSW 2319 • Rest of NSW
About Tanilba Bay
Tanilba Bay is a waterfront suburb on the Tilligerry Peninsula in the Port Stephens local government area, approximately 45 kilometres north-east of Newcastle. With a population of around 3,200 and a median age of 48, the suburb has a relaxed, retirement-friendly character. The area is steeped in colonial history, with the state heritage-listed Tanilba House dating back to the 1830s.
Tanilba Bay offers a laid-back coastal lifestyle with beautiful harbour views, bushwalking trails and access to Port Stephens' renowned dolphin-watching and beaches. The suburb attracts retirees, sea-changers and families who enjoy boating, fishing and waterside living. Local amenities include a golf course, community hall and small shops, with larger retail and services available in nearby Raymond Terrace and Nelson Bay.
Tanilba Bay falls under postcode 2319 and is governed by Port Stephens Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Stephens electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 130 — Nelson Bay to Newcastle via Tanilba Bay 1 hr 20 min to Newcastle
- 131 — Lemon Tree Passage to Raymond Terrace 30 min
Commute to Newcastle CBD
🛣️ Car-dependent area; no train line to Port Stephens peninsula
Limited walkable amenities; most residents rely on cars for shopping and services.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Tanilba Bay Public School ICSEA 9014982 4762 1a King Albert Ave
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Tanilba Bay, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Tanilba Bay by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Tanilba Bay Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Tanilba Bay" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
9 state housing + 21 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 121
- 2. New Zealand 43
- 3. South Africa 23
- 4. Germany 21
- 5. Scotland 14
- 6. Philippines 12
- 7. Malta 9
- 8. Netherlands 9
- 9. Thailand 8
- 10. France 6
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)