Bald Hills

NSW 2549 • New South Wales

321
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
10.71 kmยฒ
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralCoastalQuiet

About Bald Hills

Bald Hills is a small rural locality in the Bega Valley Shire of New South Wales, covering approximately 10.7 square kilometres near the coastal township of Eden on the far south coast. With a population of around 321 residents, the area has a quiet semi-rural character typical of the hinterland localities scattered throughout the Sapphire Coast region. The Bega Valley Shire encompasses a diverse mix of farmland, national parks, and coastal villages, with Bald Hills representing the more pastoral inland fringe of this scenic corner of New South Wales.

Residents of Bald Hills enjoy ready access to Eden, one of Australia's deepest natural harbours and a hub for whale watching, commercial fishing, and the famous Killer Whale Museum. The town of Merimbula, with its beaches, shopping, and regional airport, is also within easy reach. The broader Sapphire Coast offers exceptional natural beauty including Mimosa Rocks National Park and Ben Boyd National Park, making this locality appeal to those who value bush and coastal living in equal measure.

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

๐Ÿ“ Location

Postcode
2549
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.95ยฐ, 149.85ยฐ
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
10.71 kmยฒ
Elevation
0m

๐ŸšŒ Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services โ€” Eden / Merimbula / Bega 10-20 min to Eden by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
470 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest rail connections are at Bomaderry (~230km north)
By Car (Peak)
5โ€“5.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4.5โ€“5 hr

๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Princes Highway is the main route; Merimbula Airport offers flights to Sydney (approx. 1 hr)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no local services; all daily errands require a short drive to Eden or Merimbula

๐Ÿ›’ Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

๐ŸŽ“ Schools

๐Ÿ” 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 Bald Hills by offence type, year and trend.

๐Ÿ“Š View Bald Hills Crime Statistics on BOCSAR โ†—

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research ยท Search for "Bald Hills" under Suburb

๐Ÿ‘ฅ Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
321
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Income Comparison

๐Ÿ“Š Population: ABS Census 2021
๐Ÿ’ฐ Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bald Hills known for? +

Bald Hills is a quiet rural locality in the Bega Valley Shire, known for its pastoral scenery and proximity to Eden on the Sapphire Coast. The nearby town of Eden is famous for whale watching, the historic Killer Whale Museum, and one of Australia's deepest natural harbours.

How far is Bald Hills from Sydney CBD? +

Bald Hills is approximately 470 kilometres south-west of Sydney, making it a journey of roughly 4.5 to 5.5 hours by car via the Princes Highway. Merimbula Airport, nearby, offers regular flights to Sydney taking about an hour.

Does Bald Hills have public transport? +

There is no regular local public transport serving Bald Hills. Regional coach services connect Eden and Merimbula to Canberra and Sydney, but within the locality a private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Bald Hills? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 321 residents in Bald Hills, making it a small rural locality within the Bega Valley Shire on the NSW far south coast.

Is Bald Hills a good place to live? +

Bald Hills suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle close to one of Australia's most beautiful coastlines. Eden and Merimbula are both within easy reach, offering full services, beaches, and a strong community character, while the Sapphire Coast's national parks are on the doorstep.

What is the postcode for Bald Hills? +

The postcode for Bald Hills is 2549, which it shares with Eden and other nearby Bega Valley Shire localities on the NSW far south coast.