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Berry Mountain

NSW 2535 • New South Wales

29
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandScenicSouth CoastLow Density
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About Berry Mountain

Berry Mountain is a small rural locality in the City of Shoalhaven, New South Wales, situated along the Kangaroo Valley Road between the towns of Berry and Kangaroo Valley. With just 29 residents at the 2021 census, it covers approximately 6.6 square kilometres of the escarpment rising above the South Coast. Located around 23 kilometres north of Nowra and 160 kilometres south of Sydney, it sits within one of the most scenically beautiful parts of the Illawarra Escarpment.

Berry Mountain is surrounded by lush Shoalhaven hinterland, dense bushland, and the sweeping landscapes leading down to the South Coast. The locality appeals to those seeking a quiet semi-rural retreat, with the charming village of Berry (approximately 8 km) offering boutique shopping, award-winning restaurants, galleries, and weekly markets. Nowra to the south provides full urban services including hospitals, large supermarkets, and schools, while Kangaroo Valley to the north is a popular tourist destination known for its historic sandstone bridge and verdant valley.

Berry Mountain falls under postcode 2535 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 Kiama electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2535
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Shoalhaven
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
Kiama
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.77°, 150.65°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.56 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2535

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2535, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,067
Median 2023–24
$52,240
▲ 24.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$78,897

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2535; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Berry Station
8 km
NSW TrainLink South Coast Line – services to Wollongong and Sydney Central

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach services via Princes Highway — Nowra / Kiama / Sydney Approx 30 min to Nowra by road

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
Train from Berry Station: approx 2h 30 min to Sydney Central
By Car (Peak)
Approx 2h 15 min via Princes Highway / M1
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 2h

🛣️ Berry (~8 km) is the nearest town with rail access. Nowra (~23 km south) provides the nearest full urban services. Sydney is approximately 160 km to the north.

Walkability Car Dependent

A remote hinterland locality with no local services. A private vehicle is essential; Berry and Nowra are the nearest towns for all amenities.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
29
▲ 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 Berry Mountain. 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 Berry Mountain known for? +

Berry Mountain is surrounded by lush Shoalhaven hinterland, dense bushland, and the sweeping landscapes leading down to the South Coast.

How far is Berry Mountain from Sydney CBD? +

Berry Mountain is approximately 160 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately Approx 2h 15 min via Princes Highway / M1 in peak hour and Approx 2h off-peak.

Does Berry Mountain have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Berry Station (8 km away, approximately null walk) on the NSW TrainLink South Coast Line – services to Wollongong and Sydney Central. Bus services include NSW TrainLink coach services via Princes Highway, running to Nowra / Kiama / Sydney in approximately Approx 30 min to Nowra by road.

What is the population of Berry Mountain? +

According to the 2021 Census, Berry Mountain has a very small population of approximately 29 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Berry Mountain a good place to live? +

Berry Mountain is a sparsely populated locality suited to those seeking a rural or wilderness experience rather than typical suburban amenities.

What is the postcode for Berry Mountain? +

The postcode for Berry Mountain is 2535. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Berry Mountain a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Berry Mountain 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.