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Valla

NSW 2448 • Rest of NSW

1,052
Population (2021)
$84,084
Median Household Income
80.68 km²
Area
$310/wk
Median Rent
RuralCoastalRetirees

About Valla

Valla is a rural locality in the Bellingen Shire on the mid-north coast of New South Wales, situated inland from Valla Beach and approximately 12 kilometres south of Nambucca Heads. The community had a population of 1,052 in the 2021 Census, spread across 80 square kilometres of hilly coastal hinterland lush with subtropical vegetation. The locality sits near the Pacific Highway corridor, offering convenient access to both coastal towns and the Bruce Hwy.

Valla attracts residents seeking a relaxed rural coastal lifestyle, with a median age of 48 reflecting a mix of long-time farming families and sea-changers drawn by the region's natural beauty. The nearby Valla Beach provides swimming and surf, while the town of Nambucca Heads offers shops, schools, and medical services. The community has a laid-back, alternative feel with strong environmental values — a significant portion of residents report no religious affiliation, reflecting the free-thinking ethos common along this stretch of the mid-north coast.

Valla falls under postcode 2448 and is governed by Bellingen Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2448
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bellingen
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.58°, 152.96°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
80.68 km²
Elevation
22m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.39M
10 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)
$310
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.7 people
Median Age
48 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Nambucca Heads Station
12 km
N/A – drive only

Bus Services

  • Local school/town services — Nambucca Heads approx. 20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
520 km
By Train
approx. 6 hrs from Nambucca Heads on NSW TrainLink
By Car (Peak)
approx. 5.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 5 hrs

🛣️ Pacific Highway (A1) runs nearby; Nambucca Heads is the nearest service town

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural hinterland locality; car essential for most daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Bellingen Local Government Area, which contains Valla. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
271.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.2%
Motor vehicle theft
225.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
466.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
7.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
286.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Bellingen →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
936
Census 2021
1,052
▲ 12.4% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$28,080
Personal Income 2021
$35,048
▲ 24.8% 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
$35,048 / yr
$674/wk
Household
$84,084 / yr
$1617/wk
Family
$96,252 / yr
$1851/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 885
Born Overseas 99

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 42
  • 2. South Africa 8
  • 3. New Zealand 7
  • 4. Germany 6
  • 5. France 5
  • 6. Netherlands 5
  • 7. Sri Lanka 5
  • 8. Fiji 3
  • 9. India 3
  • 10. Lebanon 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 480
Australian 454
Scottish 143
Irish 122
German 41
Australian Aboriginal 35
Italian 14
Dutch 13
Chinese 10
New Zealander 10

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

743
Both parents born in Australia
134
Both parents born overseas
108
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
47.9%
Christianity
39.7%
Buddhism
1.4%
Hinduism
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
59 (5.6%)
5-14 years
122 (11.6%)
15-19 years
69 (6.6%)
20-24 years
37 (3.5%)
25-34 years
78 (7.4%)
35-44 years
108 (10.3%)
45-54 years
149 (14.2%)
55-64 years
223 (21.2%)
65-74 years
147 (14.0%)
75-84 years
55 (5.2%)
85+ years
11 (1.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Valla located in NSW? +

Valla is a rural locality in Bellingen Shire on the mid-north coast of NSW, approximately 12 km south of Nambucca Heads and inland from Valla Beach.

What is the population of Valla? +

Valla had 1,052 residents according to the 2021 Census, with a median age of 48.

What is the median rent in Valla? +

According to the 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Valla was $310.

What is life like in Valla, NSW? +

Valla offers a relaxed rural-coastal lifestyle with easy access to Valla Beach and the services of Nambucca Heads. The community has a strong environmental focus and attracts sea-changers and retirees.

Is there a train near Valla? +

The nearest train station is Nambucca Heads, about 12 km away, served by the NSW TrainLink North Coast Line connecting to Sydney and Brisbane.

What is the average income in Valla? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Valla is about $674 per week (around $35,000 per year). The median household income is $1,617 per week and the median family income is $1,851 per week.

What is the median house price in Valla? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,385,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Valla? +

The median age in Valla is 48. The largest age group is 55–64 (223 residents, around 21%). Around 24% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Valla a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Valla is part of the Bellingen 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.

How much is rent in Valla? +

In Valla, the median weekly rent is $310, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,950 (2021 Census).