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Nelligen

NSW 2536 • New South Wales

399
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
70.38 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRetireesCoastal
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About Nelligen

Nelligen is a picturesque village on the banks of the Clyde River in the Eurobodalla region of New South Wales, approximately 15 kilometres inland from Batemans Bay on the South Coast. With a population of around 399 residents, it is a charming riverside settlement surrounded by Monga National Park and the Deua River valley, offering a serene escape from urban life. The village is known for its tranquil character, historic roots, and position as a gateway to the Clyde River hinterland.

Life in Nelligen centres on the river and the bush, with fishing, kayaking, and bushwalking popular pastimes for residents and visitors alike. The nearby town of Batemans Bay provides supermarkets, schools, hospitals, and a range of coastal amenities. Nelligen appeals to retirees, sea-changers, and outdoor enthusiasts who value natural beauty and a close-knit community over suburban convenience, and the area is increasingly popular as a holiday destination.

Nelligen 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
70.38 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$805K
12 sales · ▲ 64.3% vs 2024

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.

💰 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

  • Priors Buslines — Batemans Bay 25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
295 km
By Train
No direct rail; Bomaderry (Nowra) is the nearest station (~90 km north)
By Car (Peak)
3.5 hrs to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hrs to Sydney

🛣️ Batemans Bay is ~15 km. Kings Highway and Princes Highway provide road access.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small village; walking within the village is pleasant but a car is needed for shopping and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
399
▲ 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 Nelligen. 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

Where is Nelligen located? +

Nelligen is a village on the Clyde River in NSW's Eurobodalla region, about 15 km from Batemans Bay on the South Coast.

What outdoor activities are available near Nelligen? +

Nelligen offers excellent fishing and kayaking on the Clyde River, plus bushwalking in nearby Monga National Park and the Deua River valley.

How far is Nelligen from Sydney? +

Nelligen is approximately 295 km from Sydney CBD, roughly a 3–3.5 hour drive via the Kings Highway and Princes Highway.

What is the population of Nelligen? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of approximately 399 people in Nelligen.

What is the median house price in Nelligen? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $805,000, up 64.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Nelligen a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Nelligen 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.