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Surfside

NSW 2536 • Rest of NSW

1,456
Population (2021)
$60,736
Median Household Income
2.77 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
CoastalRetireesBeachsideAffordable

About Surfside

Surfside is a coastal locality in Eurobodalla Shire, New South Wales, situated on the north bank of the Clyde River estuary just north of Batemans Bay, approximately 274 km south of Sydney. With a population of around 1,456 residents, the suburb occupies a compact 2.8 km² area that blends relaxed beachside living with easy access to the amenities of Batemans Bay. Its position near the iconic bridge connecting the two sides of the bay makes it a convenient base for exploring the Eurobodalla Coast.

Surfside offers a tranquil coastal lifestyle popular with sea changers, retirees, and holidaymakers seeking a quieter alternative to more touristy parts of the South Coast. Residents enjoy a short seven-minute walk to the beach and a pleasant 30-minute stroll into Batemans Bay's town centre, where cafes, restaurants, and shops line the waterfront. The suburb is well regarded for its friendly cul-de-sac streets, owner-occupied homes, and calm atmosphere away from peak-season tourist traffic. Median weekly rent sits at around $350, reflecting its appeal as an affordable coastal escape.

Surfside 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
-35.70°, 150.20°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
2.77 km²
Elevation
6m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$683K
44 sales · ▼ 9% 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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,500
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
47 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.3%

13 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • 720, 721 — Batemans Bay CBD 10 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
274 km
By Train
No direct train – nearest station is Bomaderry (Nowra), ~1.5 hr drive
By Car (Peak)
3.5–4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr

🛣️ Primarily car-dependent; NSW TrainLink coaches connect Batemans Bay to Canberra and Sydney

Walkability Car-Dependent

Walkable to beach and local streets; Batemans Bay shops reachable on foot or by short drive

🛒 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 Surfside. 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
1,371
Census 2021
1,456
▲ 6.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$26,260
Personal Income 2021
$31,564
▲ 20.2% 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
$31,564 / yr
$607/wk
Household
$60,736 / yr
$1168/wk
Family
$73,788 / yr
$1419/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,155
Born Overseas 168

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 41
  • 2. New Zealand 16
  • 3. Germany 14
  • 4. Ireland 9
  • 5. Croatia 8
  • 6. Italy 8
  • 7. Scotland 8
  • 8. Greece 7
  • 9. Fiji 6
  • 10. United States 6

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 594
Australian 586
Australian Aboriginal 163
Irish 139
Scottish 133
German 56
Italian 36
Greek 25
Dutch 20
Croatian 14

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

961
Both parents born in Australia
234
Both parents born overseas
135
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.5%
No Religion
44.1%
Islam
0.5%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
70 (4.8%)
5-14 years
202 (13.9%)
15-19 years
89 (6.1%)
20-24 years
49 (3.4%)
25-34 years
150 (10.3%)
35-44 years
135 (9.3%)
45-54 years
181 (12.4%)
55-64 years
213 (14.6%)
65-74 years
241 (16.6%)
75-84 years
111 (7.6%)
85+ years
17 (1.2%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Surfside NSW located? +

Surfside is a coastal suburb on the north bank of the Clyde River estuary, immediately north of Batemans Bay in Eurobodalla Shire, about 274 km south of Sydney.

Is Surfside close to the beach? +

Yes – the beach is only about a 7-minute walk from most streets in Surfside, making it one of the more accessible coastal spots in the Batemans Bay area.

What is the median rent in Surfside? +

According to the 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Surfside is approximately $350.

Is there public transport in Surfside? +

Surfside is served by local bus routes connecting to Batemans Bay. There is no train station in the suburb; the nearest rail connection is at Bomaderry (Nowra), about 90 km north.

What is Surfside like as a place to live? +

Surfside is known for its quiet, friendly atmosphere. It appeals strongly to retirees and sea changers who appreciate proximity to the beach and Batemans Bay while avoiding peak-season tourist congestion.

What is the average income in Surfside? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Surfside is about $607 per week (around $31,600 per year). The median household income is $1,168 per week and the median family income is $1,419 per week.

What is the median house price in Surfside? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $682,500, down 9% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Surfside? +

The median age in Surfside is 47. The largest age group is 65–74 (241 residents, around 17%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 25% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Surfside a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Surfside 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 Surfside? +

Surfside had a population of 1,456 at the 2021 Census, up 6.2% from 1,371 in 2016.

How much is rent in Surfside? +

In Surfside, the median weekly rent is $350, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,500 (2021 Census).