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Wandella

NSW 2550 • New South Wales

141
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
61.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableCoastal
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About Wandella

Wandella is a small rural locality in the Bega Valley region of New South Wales, covering approximately 61.75 square kilometres of hilly farmland and bushland near the far south coast. With a population of around 141 people, it is a quiet and dispersed community situated within the state electorate of Monaro and the federal electorate of Eden-Monaro. The locality lies inland from the popular coastal strip around Bega and Tathra, in a landscape characterised by rolling green hills, dairy pastures, and native eucalypt forest. Its peaceful rural setting makes it appealing to those seeking an escape from urban life.

Residents of Wandella enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle with access to the natural beauty of the Bega Valley, including nearby national parks, beaches, and the Bega River. The town of Bega, approximately 20–30 kilometres away, provides essential services including schools, supermarkets, and medical facilities. Dairy farming and mixed agriculture are central to the local economy, and the community reflects the resilient, independent spirit of coastal hinterland New South Wales. The area is popular with hobby farmers and those seeking affordable acreage within a comfortable distance of the coast.

Wandella falls under postcode 2550 and is governed by the Bega Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Eden-Monaro, while state elections fall under the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2550
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bega Valley
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.74°, 149.70°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
61.75 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$865K
5 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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2550

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2550, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,386
Median 2023–24
$47,793
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,453

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2550; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional/school services — Bega 30–40 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
400 km
By Train
No local rail; nearest station is Moruya (120 km) or Nowra (190 km)
By Car (Peak)
4 hr 30 min to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr

🛣️ Car essential; Bega is the nearest major service town at approx. 25 km

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality; car required for all services and amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
141
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
106.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.5%
Motor vehicle theft
84.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
311.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
136.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 12.3%
View all 62 offence types for Bega Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Wandella NSW located? +

Wandella is a rural locality in the Bega Valley region of far south coast New South Wales, approximately 25–30 km inland from Bega.

What is the population of Wandella? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wandella has a population of approximately 141 people.

What is the nearest town to Wandella? +

Bega is the nearest major town, about 25–30 km away, offering supermarkets, schools, a hospital, and other essential services.

What is Wandella known for? +

Wandella is known for its peaceful rural setting in the Bega Valley hinterland, surrounded by dairy farms, bushland, and proximity to the far south coast beaches.

What is the median house price in Wandella? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $865,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Wandella a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wandella is part of the Bega Valley 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.