How far is Burrill Lake from Sydney CBD?

Burrill Lake is approximately 231 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 3-3.5 hours in peak hour and 2.5-3 hours off-peak.

Does Burrill Lake have public transport?

Bus services include Kennedy's Bus Service, running to Ulladulla in approximately 10 mins.

What is the population of Burrill Lake?

According to the 2021 Census, Burrill Lake has a population of 1,782 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Burrill Lake a good place to live?

Burrill Lake is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The village has a small shopping strip with a general store, takeaway shops, and a caravan park.

What is the postcode for Burrill Lake?

The postcode for Burrill Lake is 2539. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Burrill Lake?

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Burrill Lake is about $605 per week (around $31,500 per year). The median household income is $1,183 per week and the median family income is $1,456 per week.

What is the median house price in Burrill Lake?

As of 2025, the median house price is $905,000, up 12.7% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $725,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Burrill Lake?

The median age in Burrill Lake is 48. The largest age group is 65–74 (297 residents, around 17%). Around 21% of residents are under 20 and about 28% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Burrill Lake a safe area?

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Burrill Lake 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 Burrill Lake?

In Burrill Lake, the median weekly rent is $350, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,571 (2021 Census).

Burrill Lake

NSW 2539 • Rest of NSW

1,782

Population (2021)

$61,516

Median Household Income

4.30 km²

Area

$350/wk

Median Rent

CoastalLakesideHoliday TownAffordableNature

About Burrill Lake

Burrill Lake is a small coastal village on the South Coast of New South Wales, located about 5 kilometres south of Ulladulla and 231 kilometres south-west of Sydney. With a population of approximately 1,800, it straddles the Princes Highway alongside the picturesque Burrill Lake, a saltwater lagoon connected to the Tasman Sea. The village sits within the City of Shoalhaven local government area. It has a relaxed, holiday-town character with a mix of permanent residents and seasonal visitors.

Burrill Lake is a popular destination for fishing, kayaking, swimming, and bushwalking, with the lake itself being a major drawcard for recreational activities. The village has a small shopping strip with a general store, takeaway shops, and a caravan park. Nearby Dolphin Point and local beaches offer excellent surfing and swimming. The area is surrounded by state forests and is close to the Murramarang National Park. Retirees, young families, and holiday-makers are drawn to the affordable coastal lifestyle and natural beauty.

Burrill Lake falls under postcode 2539 and is governed by Shoalhaven Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Coast electorate.

📍 Location

State

New South Wales

Postcode

2539

Urban Area

Shoalhaven

LGA / Council

Shoalhaven

Federal Electorate

Gilmore

State Electorate

South Coast

Type

Urban

Timezone

Sydney (UTC+10)

Coordinates

-35.39°, 150.44°

Statistical Area

Rest of NSW

Area

4.30 km²

Elevation

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House

$905K

45 sales · ▲ 12.7% vs 2024

🏢Unit / Apartment

$725K

15 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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)

$350

Median Mortgage (monthly)

$1,571

Avg Household Size

2.3 people

Median Age

48 years

Social Housing (% of dwellings)

0.5%

0 state housing + 4 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

Kennedy's Bus Service — Ulladulla 10 mins
Premier Motor Service 741 — Sydney / Eden (Princes Hwy) 4 hours to Sydney

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance

231 km

By Bus

4-4.5 hours (coach)

By Car (Peak)

3-3.5 hours

By Car (Off-Peak)

2.5-3 hours

🛣️ No train service. Nearest large town is Ulladulla (5 km). Nowra is 75 km north with more services. Most residents rely on cars.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small village with limited shops along the highway; a car is essential for most daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏫

Budawang School

Camden & Narrawallee Sts

GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational
🏫

Ulladulla High School ICSEA 993

4455 1799 South St

GovernmentSecondaryCoedNon-Denominational
🏫

Ulladulla Public School ICSEA 978

4455 1649 241 Green Street

GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Shoalhaven Local Government Area, which contains Burrill Lake. 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

1,465

Census 2021

1,782

▲ 21.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016

$24,960

Personal Income 2021

$31,460

▲ 26.0% 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

$31,460 / yr

$605/wk

Household

$61,516 / yr

$1183/wk

Family

$75,712 / yr

$1456/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,503

Born Overseas 169

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

1. England 55
2. New Zealand 22
3. Brazil 7
4. Italy 7
5. Philippines 7
6. Netherlands 6
7. United States 6
8. China 5
9. Germany 5
10. India 5
11. Malta 5
12. Croatia 4
13. France 4
14. Scotland 4
15. Singapore 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 794

Australian 755

Irish 204

Scottish 196

Australian Aboriginal 70

German 62

Italian 60

Dutch 23

Welsh 16

Maori 15

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,246

Both parents born in Australia

237

Both parents born overseas

194

One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion

45.8%

Christianity

45.1%

Buddhism

1.5%

Hinduism

0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years

98 (5.5%)

5-14 years

203 (11.4%)

15-19 years

80 (4.5%)

20-24 years

57 (3.2%)

25-34 years

178 (10.0%)

35-44 years

206 (11.6%)

45-54 years

177 (9.9%)

55-64 years

275 (15.4%)

65-74 years

297 (16.7%)

75-84 years

155 (8.7%)

85+ years

48 (2.7%)