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Guerilla Bay

NSW 2536 • New South Wales

59
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalBeachsideQuietPeaceful
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About Guerilla Bay

Guerilla Bay is a small coastal locality on the South Coast of New South Wales, situated approximately 290 kilometres south of Sydney near the town of Batemans Bay in the Eurobodalla Shire. The locality covers around 2 square kilometres and recorded a population of approximately 59 residents at the 2021 Census. It is a quiet beachside settlement on Guerilla Bay, offering a sheltered sandy beach flanked by NSW south coast bushland.

Batemans Bay, approximately 15 kilometres to the north, provides comprehensive services including shops, a hospital, and schools, and is a popular South Coast holiday destination on the Clyde River. Mogo, roughly 8 kilometres to the north, has a charming colonial village and wildlife park. Guerilla Bay is popular as a peaceful holiday and retirement location. A private vehicle is essential as no public transport serves the bay.

Guerilla Bay falls under postcode 2536 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 South Coast electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2536
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Eurobodalla
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
South Coast
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.67°, 150.13°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1.68 km²
Population Density
35 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2536

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2536, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,266
Median 2023–24
$48,336
▲ 26.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,873

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2536; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
290 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5 hours

🛣️ Kings Highway and Princes Highway provide road access; Batemans Bay 15 km north

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Very limited walkable services at the beach; a car is required for all shopping to Batemans Bay.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
59
▲ 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 Guerilla Bay. 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 Guerilla Bay known for? +

Guerilla Bay is a quiet and secluded coastal settlement near Batemans Bay on the NSW South Coast, known for its sheltered sandy beach, bush surroundings, and peaceful atmosphere popular with holidaymakers and retirees.

How far is Guerilla Bay from Sydney CBD? +

Guerilla Bay is approximately 290 kilometres south of Sydney CBD, around 3.5 to 4.5 hours by road via the Kings Highway or Princes Highway.

Does Guerilla Bay have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Guerilla Bay. Batemans Bay (approximately 15 km north) provides comprehensive services and a car is essential.

What is the population of Guerilla Bay? +

According to the 2021 Census, Guerilla Bay has a permanent population of approximately 59 residents, with visitor numbers increasing significantly during summer and school holidays.

Is Guerilla Bay a good place to live? +

Guerilla Bay suits those seeking a very peaceful coastal lifestyle near Batemans Bay, with a sheltered beach, bush walks, and the South Coast's natural beauty on the doorstep.

What is the postcode for Guerilla Bay? +

The postcode for Guerilla Bay, NSW is 2536.

Is Guerilla Bay a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Guerilla Bay 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.