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Vincentia

NSW 2540 • Rest of NSW

3,870
Population (2021)
$80,600
Median Household Income
13.28 km²
Area
$425/wk
Median Rent
CoastalBeachsideRetiree-HavenQuietPeaceful

About Vincentia

Vincentia is a coastal suburb on the shores of Jervis Bay on the New South Wales South Coast, located approximately 190 kilometres south of Sydney and within the Shoalhaven City Council area. With a population of around 3,870 and a median age of 50, the suburb draws a mix of retirees, holiday home owners, and sea-changers who are drawn by the area's renowned natural beauty and relaxed pace of life. The suburb covers nearly 13 square kilometres of coastal bushland, residential land, and foreshore.

Vincentia sits adjacent to Huskisson, the main township and hub of the Jervis Bay area, and benefits from Jervis Bay's famously crystal-clear waters and white-sand beaches, including Hyams Beach — one of the whitest sand beaches in the world. Local amenities include a small shopping strip, cafés, and recreational facilities, while Booderee National Park nearby offers world-class bushwalking and snorkelling. There is no rail service; a private vehicle is essential, though the natural environment, community atmosphere, and proximity to the bay make Vincentia one of the South Coast's most sought-after lifestyle addresses.

Vincentia falls under postcode 2540 and is governed by Shoalhaven Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the South Coast electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2540
Urban Area
Shoalhaven
LGA / Council
Shoalhaven
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
South Coast
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.08°, 150.67°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
13.28 km²
Elevation
56m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.21M
96 sales · ▲ 3.2% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$795K
15 sales · ▲ 3.2% 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)
$425
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
50 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink Coach / Local buses — Nowra (Bomaderry) / Huskisson 60-90 min to Nowra
  • Limited local routes — Huskisson / Sussex Inlet 10-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
190 km
By Train
No direct train; coach to Bomaderry then train to Sydney (~3 hr total)
By Car (Peak)
2.5-3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hr

🛣️ Accessible via Princes Highway and Jervis Bay Road; private vehicle essential for all daily needs

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

The area has limited walkable amenities; residents rely on cars for virtually all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    1 Burton Street VINCENTIA 2540 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Vincentia, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Lady Denman (M.V.)
Dent Street, Huskisson • SHR #01518

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
223.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.6%
Motor vehicle theft
175.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.2%
Non-DV assault
461.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
245.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
View all 62 offence types for Shoalhaven →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,290
Census 2021
3,870
▲ 17.6% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$34,008
Personal Income 2021
$41,444
▲ 21.9% 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
$41,444 / yr
$797/wk
Household
$80,600 / yr
$1550/wk
Family
$102,700 / yr
$1975/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,986
Born Overseas 715

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 216
  • 2. New Zealand 58
  • 3. Italy 32
  • 4. Germany 28
  • 5. Greece 26
  • 6. Scotland 25
  • 7. United States 22
  • 8. South Africa 17
  • 9. Croatia 15
  • 10. Philippines 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,677
Australian 1,443
Irish 481
Scottish 476
German 155
Italian 151
Australian Aboriginal 120
Greek 71
Maltese 54
Welsh 54

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,244
Both parents born in Australia
922
Both parents born overseas
535
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
47.2%
No Religion
45.3%
Buddhism
1.2%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.4%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
180 (4.7%)
5-14 years
413 (10.7%)
15-19 years
155 (4.0%)
20-24 years
127 (3.3%)
25-34 years
367 (9.5%)
35-44 years
448 (11.6%)
45-54 years
464 (12.0%)
55-64 years
603 (15.6%)
65-74 years
696 (18.0%)
75-84 years
304 (7.9%)
85+ years
116 (3.0%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vincentia known for? +

Vincentia is known for its stunning access to Jervis Bay's crystal-clear waters and pristine white beaches, including Hyams Beach — renowned for having some of the whitest sand in the world. The suburb offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle adjacent to Booderee National Park.

How far is Vincentia from Sydney? +

Vincentia is approximately 190 kilometres south of Sydney, with a drive time of around 2.5 hours via the South Coast route.

Does Vincentia have public transport? +

Vincentia has limited public transport. Bus services connect to Huskisson and Nowra, from where regional coach services and the nearest train connections at Bomaderry (Nowra) are available. A car is recommended for day-to-day living.

What is the population of Vincentia? +

According to the 2021 Census, Vincentia has a population of approximately 3,870 residents within the Shoalhaven City Council local government area.

Is Vincentia a good place to live? +

Vincentia is a beautiful coastal suburb for those seeking a relaxed lifestyle beside Jervis Bay. It is popular with retirees, sea-changers, and holiday homeowners who value the pristine beach environment, national park access, and the proximity to Huskisson's dining and services.

What is the postcode for Vincentia? +

The postcode for Vincentia is 2540.

What is the average income in Vincentia? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Vincentia is about $797 per week (around $41,400 per year). The median household income is $1,550 per week and the median family income is $1,975 per week.

What is the median house price in Vincentia? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,205,000, up 3.2% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $795,000, up 3.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Vincentia? +

The median age in Vincentia is 50. The largest age group is 65–74 (696 residents, around 18%). Around 19% of residents are under 20 and about 29% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Vincentia a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Vincentia is part of the Shoalhaven 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 Vincentia? +

In Vincentia, the median weekly rent is $425, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,000 (2021 Census).