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Berry

NSW 2535 • Rest of NSW

3,098
Population (2021)
$77,740
Median Household Income
51.66 km²
Area
$520/wk
Median Rent
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About Berry

Berry is a charming historic village located in the Shoalhaven region of NSW's South Coast, 143 kilometres south of Sydney. With a population of around 3,100, this heritage-listed town is renowned for its well-preserved Victorian and Edwardian architecture, antique shops, and vibrant arts scene. The town sits in a picturesque valley surrounded by rolling green hills and fertile farmland.

The village offers a relaxed country lifestyle with sophisticated amenities including award-winning cafes, boutique shopping, galleries, and regular markets. Residents enjoy easy access to nearby beaches, national parks, and the larger town of Nowra for additional services. Berry attracts artists, retirees, and sea-changers seeking small-town charm, heritage character, and proximity to both natural attractions and Sydney.

Berry falls under postcode 2535 and is governed by Shoalhaven Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kiama electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2535
Urban Area
Shoalhaven
LGA / Council
Shoalhaven
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
Kiama
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.80°, 150.72°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
51.66 km²
Elevation
142m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.6M
70 sales · ▼ 8.6% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$870K
8 sales · ▼ 23% vs 2024

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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$520
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
57 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.8%

3 state housing + 7 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Berry
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • Local services — Nowra and surrounding areas 20-30 min
  • Premier Motor Service — Sydney and regional centres 2.5-3 hours

Commute to Sydney

Distance
143 km
By Train
2.5-3 hours
By Bus
3 hours
By Car (Peak)
2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hours

🛣️ Train station 2km from town centre, direct services to Sydney Central

Walkability Excellent

Compact town centre highly walkable, most amenities within easy walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 4 heritage-listed places in or near Berry, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Berry Railway Station group
Illawarra railway Berry • SHR #01084
Berry Courthouse
58 Victoria Street Berry • SHR #01736
Berry Museum
135 Queen Street Berry • SHR #01755
David Berry Hospital Precinct
Beach Road, Berry • SHR #00822

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Shoalhaven Local Government Area, which contains Berry. 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)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,667
Census 2021
3,098
▲ 16.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$32,084
Personal Income 2021
$40,300
▲ 25.6% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$40,300 / yr
$775/wk
Household
$77,740 / yr
$1495/wk
Family
$106,600 / yr
$2050/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,433
Born Overseas 510

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 215
  • 2. New Zealand 45
  • 3. Scotland 23
  • 4. Germany 20
  • 5. United States 18
  • 6. Ireland 14
  • 7. Netherlands 14
  • 8. France 10
  • 9. Nepal 10
  • 10. Wales 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,530
Australian 1,169
Irish 503
Scottish 445
German 114
Italian 53
Dutch 36
Welsh 33
Australian Aboriginal 31
French 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,898
Both parents born in Australia
582
Both parents born overseas
391
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
56.0%
No Religion
37.2%
Hinduism
0.3%
Buddhism
0.3%
Islam
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
116 (3.7%)
5-14 years
332 (10.7%)
15-19 years
123 (4.0%)
20-24 years
77 (2.5%)
25-34 years
207 (6.7%)
35-44 years
288 (9.3%)
45-54 years
316 (10.2%)
55-64 years
442 (14.3%)
65-74 years
551 (17.8%)
75-84 years
415 (13.4%)
85+ years
237 (7.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Berry known for? +

The village offers a relaxed country lifestyle with sophisticated amenities including award-winning cafes, boutique shopping, galleries, and regular markets.

How far is Berry from Sydney CBD? +

Berry is approximately 143 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 2.5 hours in peak hour and 2 hours off-peak.

Does Berry have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Berry (2 km away, approximately 25 min walk) on the NSW TrainLink South Coast Line to Sydney. Bus services include Local services, running to Nowra and surrounding areas in approximately 20-30 min.

What is the population of Berry? +

According to the 2021 Census, Berry has a population of 3,098 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Berry a good place to live? +

Berry is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Residents enjoy easy access to nearby beaches, national parks, and the larger town of Nowra for additional services.

What is the postcode for Berry? +

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

What is the average income in Berry? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Berry is about $775 per week (around $40,300 per year). The median household income is $1,495 per week and the median family income is $2,050 per week.

What is the median house price in Berry? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,600,000, down 8.6% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $870,000, down 23% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Berry? +

The median age in Berry is 57. The largest age group is 65–74 (551 residents, around 18%). Around 18% of residents are under 20 and about 39% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Berry a safe area? +

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

How much is rent in Berry? +

In Berry, the median weekly rent is $520, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 (2021 Census).