Eden

NSW 2551 • Rest of NSW

3,350
Population (2021)
$30,004
Median Income
85.46 km²
Area
173m
Elevation

About Eden

Eden is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Bega Valley (Area) area. With a population of 3,350 and a median income of $30,004, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 85.46 km² at an elevation of 173m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Eden is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Eden falls under postcode 2551 and is governed by Bega Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bega electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2551
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.02°, 149.89°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
85.46 km²
Elevation
173m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Eden, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

State Highway 1, Eden • SHR #01486
35km South Of Eden • SHR #00984
Green Cape • SHR #01897

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$270
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
53 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,151
Census 2021
3,350
6.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,272
Income 2021
$30,004
18.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,648
Born Overseas 384

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 119
  • 2. New Zealand 39
  • 3. Germany 28
  • 4. Philippines 20
  • 5. Netherlands 17
  • 6. Scotland 13
  • 7. South Africa 12
  • 8. India 11
  • 9. China 10
  • 10. France 10
  • 11. Canada 8
  • 12. Fiji 7
  • 13. Malaysia 7
  • 14. United States 6
  • 15. Croatia 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,407
Australian 1,232
Irish 358
Scottish 334
Australian Aboriginal 252
German 149
Dutch 48
Italian 43
French 27
Chinese 22

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,255
Both parents born in Australia
472
Both parents born overseas
290
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.0%
No Religion
43.6%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.3%
Hinduism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
152 (4.5%)
5-14 years
381 (11.4%)
15-19 years
162 (4.8%)
20-24 years
123 (3.7%)
25-34 years
255 (7.6%)
35-44 years
276 (8.2%)
45-54 years
398 (11.9%)
55-64 years
521 (15.6%)
65-74 years
615 (18.4%)
75-84 years
323 (9.6%)
85+ years
136 (4.1%)

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