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Bangalee

NSW 2541 • New South Wales

818
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralQuietAffordableFamily-Friendly
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About Bangalee

Bangalee is a quiet residential locality and suburb of Nowra in the City of Shoalhaven, New South Wales, situated approximately 163 kilometres south of Sydney and around 7 kilometres north-west of Nowra's town centre. Positioned on the northern side of the Shoalhaven River, the area recorded a population of 818 at the 2021 Census and covers approximately 6.5 square kilometres of semi-rural and residential land. With a median household income of around $43,603, Bangalee offers an affordable semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of the Shoalhaven region's services and natural attractions.

Residents are within a short drive of Nowra's shops, services, schools, and hospital, while the locality's elevated rural setting provides peaceful surroundings with views across the Shoalhaven valley. The nearby towns of Berry and Kangaroo Valley are popular day-trip destinations, and the Shoalhaven coastline — including Jervis Bay — is accessible within 30–40 minutes. Bangalee appeals to families and retirees seeking space and quiet without being far from urban conveniences, and it sits well within commuting range of HMAS Albatross and the broader Nowra employment area.

Bangalee falls under postcode 2541 and is governed by the Shoalhaven Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gilmore, while state elections fall under the South Coast electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2541
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Shoalhaven
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
South Coast
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.99°, 150.45°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.56 km²
Population Density
125 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Bangalee for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.26M
16 sales · vs 2024 n/a

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2541

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2541, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,603
Median 2023–24
$54,180
▲ 24.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,302

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2541; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Shoalhaven Transit local routes — Nowra (CBD) 15-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
163 km
By Train
Drive to Bomaderry station (~10 min), then approximately 2.5–3 hours to Sydney Central via NSW TrainLink South Coast Line
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 20 min

🛣️ Located near the Princes Highway; most residents commute locally within Shoalhaven rather than to Sydney

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A semi-rural locality with no walkable local shops; a car is essential for all daily errands, with Nowra providing the nearest services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
818
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Shoalhaven Local Government Area, which contains Bangalee. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
223.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.6%
Motor vehicle theft
175.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.2%
Non-DV assault
461.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
245.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
View all 62 offence types for Shoalhaven →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bangalee known for? +

Bangalee is a quiet semi-rural locality near Nowra, valued for its peaceful rural-residential character on the northern banks of the Shoalhaven River, close to the South Coast's beaches, parks, and the town of Nowra.

How far is Bangalee from Sydney? +

Bangalee is approximately 163 kilometres south of Sydney, typically a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the Princes Highway.

Does Bangalee have public transport? +

Bangalee has limited Shoalhaven Transit bus services connecting to Nowra. There is no railway station in the locality; the nearest train station is Bomaderry, approximately 10 km away, on the NSW TrainLink South Coast Line.

What is the population of Bangalee? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 818 residents in Bangalee, representing steady growth from 657 at the 2016 Census, reflecting its appeal as a semi-rural lifestyle area near Nowra.

Is Bangalee a good place to live? +

Bangalee offers a semi-rural lifestyle close to Nowra's amenities and the South Coast's beaches and national parks, making it well-suited to families and retirees seeking space and quiet within the Shoalhaven region.

What is the postcode for Bangalee? +

The postcode for Bangalee is 2541.

What is the median house price in Bangalee? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,262,500. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Bangalee a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bangalee is part of the Shoalhaven LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.