Tomakin

NSW 2537 • Rest of NSW

1,233
Population (2021)
$35,620
Median Income
3.88 km²
Area
9m
Elevation
CoastalSeaside VillageFishingSurfingRetiree-Friendly

About Tomakin

Tomakin is a charming seaside village on the NSW South Coast, nestled between Batemans Bay (15 km north) and Moruya (12 km south) in the Eurobodalla Shire. With a population of around 1,230, it sits at the mouth of the Tomaga River, offering a tranquil coastal lifestyle. The village is flanked by neighbouring hamlets Guerilla Bay and Mossy Point, creating a small but connected beach community.

Life in Tomakin revolves around the coast and outdoor activities. The village offers surfing at Barlings Beach, fishing from the river and rocks, kayaking, and coastal walks through stunning scenery. Three caravan parks provide holiday accommodation, and the town attracts both retirees seeking a peaceful lifestyle and families looking for weekend escapes from Canberra, just 2.5 hours inland.

Tomakin falls under postcode 2537 and is governed by Eurobodalla Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Bega electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2537
Urban Area
Eurobodalla
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.82°, 150.19°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
3.88 km²
Elevation
9m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink Coach 732 — Batemans Bay to Moruya 15-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
280 km
By Bus
5-6 hours via NSW TrainLink to Batemans Bay then Wollongong/Sydney
By Car (Peak)
4-4.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5-4 hours

🛣️ Regional coastal village; Canberra (150 km) is the nearest major city at 2-2.5 hours drive

Walkability Car-Dependent

Village amenities limited; most shopping requires travel to Batemans Bay or Moruya

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
54 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,001
Census 2021
1,233
23.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,068
Income 2021
$35,620
22.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 987
Born Overseas 155

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 57
  • 2. Germany 14
  • 3. New Zealand 14
  • 4. Scotland 8
  • 5. South Africa 7
  • 6. China 5
  • 7. Netherlands 5
  • 8. United States 5
  • 9. Hong Kong 3
  • 10. Italy 3
  • 11. Malta 3
  • 12. Turkey 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 554
Australian 515
Irish 164
Scottish 147
Australian Aboriginal 59
German 48
Dutch 35
Italian 24
Chinese 11
South African 9

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

806
Both parents born in Australia
203
Both parents born overseas
141
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.3%
No Religion
44.0%
Buddhism
0.6%
Islam
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
49 (4.0%)
5-14 years
135 (10.9%)
15-19 years
48 (3.9%)
20-24 years
34 (2.8%)
25-34 years
108 (8.8%)
35-44 years
123 (10.0%)
45-54 years
133 (10.8%)
55-64 years
200 (16.2%)
65-74 years
287 (23.3%)
75-84 years
90 (7.3%)
85+ years
29 (2.4%)

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