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Wandandian

NSW 2540 • New South Wales

359
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
17.07 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralPeacefulQuiet
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About Wandandian

Wandandian is a small village on the South Coast of New South Wales, situated within the City of Shoalhaven approximately 30 kilometres south of Nowra and around 199 kilometres south of Sydney. The locality sits along the Princes Highway and recorded a population of 359 at the 2021 Census, with a median household income below the national average reflecting its rural working-class character. The area takes its name from the Wandandian people, the traditional custodians of much of the Shoalhaven region, and has been an established community since the 1860s.

The surrounding landscape is characterised by rolling rural countryside and the locality is within easy reach of the Shoalhaven coast, with popular destinations such as Jervis Bay less than an hour away. The nearby towns of Nowra and Ulladulla provide access to a fuller range of shops, schools, healthcare, and services, while the Princes Highway ensures reasonable connectivity along the coast. Wandandian suits those seeking a quiet semi-rural lifestyle amid the natural beauty of the NSW South Coast.

Wandandian falls under postcode 2540 and is governed by the Shoalhaven Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Gilmore, while state elections fall under the Unclassified (OT) electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2540
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Shoalhaven
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
Unclassified (OT)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.86°, 150.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
17.07 km²
Population Density
21 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.05M
8 sales · ▼ 5.4% 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 2540

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2540, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,687
Median 2023–24
$51,296
▲ 23.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,661

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2540; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Premier Motor Service (coach) — Sydney CBD or Melbourne (via Nowra) ~3 hrs to Sydney

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
199 km
By Train
No direct rail service; drive to Bomaderry then NSW TrainLink (~3 hrs total)
By Car (Peak)
2.5-3.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5-3 hrs

🛣️ Princes Highway is the main route; Nowra is the nearest service hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Wandandian has minimal local services; a car is essential for virtually all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
359
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Shoalhaven Local Government Area, which contains Wandandian. 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wandandian known for? +

Wandandian is known as a quiet rural village on the NSW South Coast, named after the Wandandian Aboriginal people who are the traditional custodians of the Shoalhaven region. The area has a history dating back to the 1860s and sits along the scenic Princes Highway corridor.

How far is Wandandian from Sydney? +

Wandandian is approximately 199 kilometres south of Sydney, making it roughly a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Princes Highway.

Does Wandandian have public transport? +

There is no train service to Wandandian. The nearest railway station is at Bomaderry, about 30 kilometres north near Nowra. Long-distance coaches passing through on the Princes Highway offer limited connections, but a car is strongly recommended.

What is the population of Wandandian? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wandandian has a population of approximately 359 residents, making it a small but established rural village on the South Coast.

Is Wandandian a good place to live? +

Wandandian suits those who value a quiet semi-rural lifestyle with easy access to the stunning NSW South Coast. Nowra is 30 minutes away for major services, and popular spots like Jervis Bay are within an hour's drive, making it a peaceful base for outdoor enthusiasts.

What is the postcode for Wandandian? +

The postcode for Wandandian is 2540, which it shares with Nowra and surrounding South Coast localities.

What is the median house price in Wandandian? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,050,000, down 5.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Wandandian a safe area? +

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