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Wandella

NSW 2550 • New South Wales

141
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
61.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableCoastal

About Wandella

Wandella is a small rural locality in the Bega Valley region of New South Wales, covering approximately 61.75 square kilometres of hilly farmland and bushland near the far south coast. With a population of around 141 people, it is a quiet and dispersed community situated within the state electorate of Monaro and the federal electorate of Eden-Monaro. The locality lies inland from the popular coastal strip around Bega and Tathra, in a landscape characterised by rolling green hills, dairy pastures, and native eucalypt forest. Its peaceful rural setting makes it appealing to those seeking an escape from urban life.

Residents of Wandella enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle with access to the natural beauty of the Bega Valley, including nearby national parks, beaches, and the Bega River. The town of Bega, approximately 20–30 kilometres away, provides essential services including schools, supermarkets, and medical facilities. Dairy farming and mixed agriculture are central to the local economy, and the community reflects the resilient, independent spirit of coastal hinterland New South Wales. The area is popular with hobby farmers and those seeking affordable acreage within a comfortable distance of the coast.

Wandella falls under postcode 2550 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2550
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.74°, 149.70°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
61.75 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional/school services — Bega 30–40 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
400 km
By Train
No local rail; nearest station is Moruya (120 km) or Nowra (190 km)
By Car (Peak)
4 hr 30 min to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr

🛣️ Car essential; Bega is the nearest major service town at approx. 25 km

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality; car required for all services and amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Wandella by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Wandella Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
141
▲ 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 Wandella NSW located? +

Wandella is a rural locality in the Bega Valley region of far south coast New South Wales, approximately 25–30 km inland from Bega.

What is the population of Wandella? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wandella has a population of approximately 141 people.

What is the nearest town to Wandella? +

Bega is the nearest major town, about 25–30 km away, offering supermarkets, schools, a hospital, and other essential services.

What is Wandella known for? +

Wandella is known for its peaceful rural setting in the Bega Valley hinterland, surrounded by dairy farms, bushland, and proximity to the far south coast beaches.