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Long Beach

NSW 2536 • Rest of NSW

1,758
Population (2021)
$72,228
Median Household Income
9.61 km²
Area
$410/wk
Median Rent
CoastalRetireesBeachsideAffordable

About Long Beach

Long Beach is a scenic coastal suburb on the New South Wales South Coast, located approximately 12 kilometres north of Batemans Bay within the Eurobodalla Shire. With a population of around 1,758 residents, it sits along a beautiful stretch of the Clyde River estuary and is known for its relaxed beachside character and stunning natural surroundings. The suburb is part of the Batemans Bay urban area and offers direct access to both the river and the nearby ocean beaches.

Long Beach attracts retirees, holiday-makers, and sea-changers drawn by its tranquil waterfront lifestyle, boating and fishing opportunities, and proximity to the natural attractions of the Eurobodalla region. The suburb features a mix of permanent residents and holiday homes, with the Princes Highway providing a connection to Batemans Bay for shopping, schools, and medical services. Local amenities include a small shopping precinct, parks, and boat ramps accessing the Clyde River.

Long Beach falls under postcode 2536 and is governed by Eurobodalla Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bega electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2536
Urban Area
Batemans Bay
LGA / Council
Eurobodalla
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
Bega
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.69°, 150.23°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
9.61 km²
Elevation
47m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$880K
65 sales · ▼ 1.1% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$975K
12 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)
$410
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,699
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
51 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Priors Bus Service regional — Batemans Bay 20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
280 km
By Train
No train service; nearest long-distance coach at Batemans Bay
By Car (Peak)
3h 15min - 3h 45min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr

🛣️ Princes Highway/Kings Highway via Canberra; primarily a lifestyle destination rather than commuter suburb

Walkability Mostly Car-Dependent

Walkable near the waterfront and local shops; car required for most services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Eurobodalla Local Government Area, which contains Long Beach. 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)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,436
Census 2021
1,758
▲ 22.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$31,252
Personal Income 2021
$35,724
▲ 14.3% 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
$35,724 / yr
$687/wk
Household
$72,228 / yr
$1389/wk
Family
$78,208 / yr
$1504/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,420
Born Overseas 268

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 103
  • 2. New Zealand 14
  • 3. India 11
  • 4. United States 10
  • 5. Germany 9
  • 6. Netherlands 8
  • 7. South Africa 8
  • 8. Ireland 7
  • 9. Scotland 7
  • 10. Italy 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 791
Australian 670
Irish 238
Scottish 200
German 89
Australian Aboriginal 82
Italian 62
Dutch 33
Polish 24
Maltese 15

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,154
Both parents born in Australia
340
Both parents born overseas
177
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.4%
No Religion
44.5%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.5%
Islam
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
82 (4.7%)
5-14 years
211 (12.0%)
15-19 years
90 (5.1%)
20-24 years
72 (4.1%)
25-34 years
122 (6.9%)
35-44 years
170 (9.7%)
45-54 years
194 (11.0%)
55-64 years
305 (17.3%)
65-74 years
349 (19.9%)
75-84 years
126 (7.2%)
85+ years
32 (1.8%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Long Beach NSW? +

Long Beach is a coastal suburb on the NSW South Coast, approximately 12 km north of Batemans Bay within the Eurobodalla Shire. It sits along the Clyde River estuary.

What is Long Beach NSW known for? +

Long Beach is known for its relaxed coastal lifestyle, boating and fishing on the Clyde River, beautiful scenery, and proximity to Batemans Bay and the Eurobodalla National Park.

Is Long Beach NSW good for retirees? +

Yes, Long Beach is very popular with retirees who appreciate the quiet waterfront lifestyle, affordable housing (compared to other coastal areas), and the natural beauty of the NSW South Coast.

How far is Long Beach from Sydney? +

Long Beach is approximately 280 km south of Sydney, about a 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Princes Highway or Kings Highway through Canberra.

What is the median house price in Long Beach NSW? +

Long Beach offers relatively affordable coastal property compared to Sydney. As a coastal lifestyle suburb in the Eurobodalla Shire, it attracts holiday home buyers and retirees seeking value on the South Coast.

What is the average income in Long Beach? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Long Beach is about $687 per week (around $35,700 per year). The median household income is $1,389 per week and the median family income is $1,504 per week.

What is the median house price in Long Beach? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $880,000, down 1.1% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $975,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Long Beach? +

The median age in Long Beach is 51. The largest age group is 65–74 (349 residents, around 20%). Around 22% of residents are under 20 and about 29% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Long Beach a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Long Beach 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.

What is the population of Long Beach? +

Long Beach had a population of 1,758 at the 2021 Census, up 22.4% from 1,436 in 2016.

How much is rent in Long Beach? +

In Long Beach, the median weekly rent is $410, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,699 (2021 Census).