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Deua River Valley

NSW 2537 • New South Wales

52
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
188.76 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandCar-Dependent
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About Deua River Valley

Deua River Valley is a small rural locality in the Braidwood area of the Southern Tablelands NSW, situated approximately 280 kilometres from Sydney CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 50 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community. The locality covers approximately 189 square kilometres of gorge and forested country in the upper Deua River catchment.

The nearest town of Braidwood, approximately 30 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Deua National Park protects the rugged gorge country and karst limestone caves of this remote part of the Southern Tablelands. There is no public transport serving Deua River Valley; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Deua River Valley falls under postcode 2537 and is governed by the Eurobodalla Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gilmore, while state elections fall under the Bega electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2537
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Eurobodalla
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
Bega
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.94°, 149.91°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
188.76 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2537

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2537, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,535
Median 2023–24
$49,511
▲ 25.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$61,185

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2537; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
280 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
4 hr - 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr - 4 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Braidwood is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
52
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
228.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.4%
Motor vehicle theft
145.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
422.9 / 100k
2yr Down 20.2% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
2.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
226 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.7%
View all 62 offence types for Eurobodalla →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Deua River Valley known for? +

Deua River Valley is a quiet rural locality in the Braidwood area of the Southern Tablelands NSW. The locality covers approximately 189 square kilometres of gorge and forested country in the upper Deua River catchment.

How far is Deua River Valley from Sydney CBD? +

Deua River Valley is approximately 280 kilometres from Sydney CBD, roughly a 4 to 4 hour drive.

Does Deua River Valley have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Deua River Valley. A private vehicle is essential, with Braidwood approximately 30 kilometres away.

What is the population of Deua River Valley? +

According to the 2021 Census, Deua River Valley has a small population, typical of the sparsely settled the Braidwood area of the Southern Tablelands NSW.

Is Deua River Valley a good place to live? +

Deua River Valley suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Braidwood area of the Southern Tablelands NSW, with Braidwood providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Deua River Valley? +

The postcode for Deua River Valley is 2537, covering this rural locality in the Braidwood area of the Southern Tablelands NSW.

Is Deua River Valley a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Deua River Valley is part of the Eurobodalla 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.