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Blueys Beach

NSW 2428 • New South Wales

242
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2.81 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalSurfHoliday DestinationNature LoversBeachside
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About Blueys Beach

Blueys Beach is a picturesque coastal locality in the Pacific Palms area of New South Wales, situated approximately 290 kilometres north of Sydney near Forster-Tuncurry. The beach stretches for around 975 metres and is flanked by dramatic headlands on either end, backed by steep, vegetation-covered hills up to 216 metres high. With a population of around 242 residents (2021 census), the community has a tight-knit character centred on its renowned surf beach and natural surroundings. The locality falls within the Division of Lyne and the state electorate of Myall Lakes.

Blueys Beach is celebrated as one of the premier surf breaks in the Great Lakes region, drawing experienced surfers from across NSW thanks to its consistent swells and powerful waves. The beach is unpatrolled and rated moderately hazardous, making it best suited to confident ocean swimmers and surfers. During the Christmas and summer holiday periods, thousands of visitors flock to the area, significantly boosting the local population. Nearby beaches including Boomerang Beach and Elizabeth Beach offer calmer, patrolled alternatives, while Forster-Tuncurry about 25 kilometres away provides comprehensive retail, dining, and healthcare facilities.

Blueys Beach falls under postcode 2428 and is governed by the Mid-Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Myall Lakes electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2428
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mid-Coast
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Myall Lakes
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.20°, 152.45°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2.81 km²
Population Density
86 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$781K
8 sales · ▲ 5.5% 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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2428

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2428, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,437
Median 2023–24
$45,834
▲ 25.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,951

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2428; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach — Forster / Taree / Sydney Forster ~30 min by car; coach to Sydney ~4 hrs

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
290 km
By Train
Not available locally; nearest major station is Taree (~60 km)
By Bus
Long-distance coach via Forster (~4.5 hrs to Sydney)
By Car (Peak)
Approx 3.5–4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 3 hrs 15 min

🛣️ Blueys Beach is a coastal holiday locality. Forster-Tuncurry (~25 km) is the nearest major service centre. Taree has the nearest regional airport and train station.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Car-dependent coastal locality. Walking access to the beach is available, but all other destinations require a vehicle. Pacific Palms village is a short drive away.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
242
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
286.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
Motor vehicle theft
215 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.8%
Non-DV assault
445.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
196.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.8%
View all 62 offence types for Mid-Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blueys Beach known for? +

Blueys Beach is celebrated as one of the premier surf breaks in the Great Lakes region, drawing experienced surfers from across NSW thanks to its consistent swells and powerful waves.

How far is Blueys Beach from Sydney CBD? +

Blueys Beach is approximately 290 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately Approx 3.5–4 hrs in peak hour and Approx 3 hrs 15 min off-peak.

Does Blueys Beach have public transport? +

Bus services include Regional coach, running to Forster / Taree / Sydney in approximately Forster ~30 min by car; coach to Sydney ~4 hrs.

What is the population of Blueys Beach? +

According to the 2021 Census, Blueys Beach has a population of 242 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Blueys Beach a good place to live? +

Blueys Beach is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The beach is unpatrolled and rated moderately hazardous, making it best suited to confident ocean swimmers and surfers.

What is the postcode for Blueys Beach? +

The postcode for Blueys Beach is 2428. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the median house price in Blueys Beach? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $781,000, up 5.5% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Blueys Beach a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Blueys Beach is part of the Mid-Coast 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.