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Watersleigh

NSW 2540 • New South Wales

40
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2.72 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableCoastal

About Watersleigh

Watersleigh is a small rural locality in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, situated within postcode 2540 which covers the Nowra–Bomaderry area and its surrounding hinterland. Located at approximately -34.86°S, 150.52°E, Watersleigh lies inland from the NSW South Coast, in a green and hilly landscape shaped by the Shoalhaven River catchment. It is a quiet, low-density locality a short drive from the regional centre of Nowra.

The Shoalhaven hinterland around Watersleigh is prized for its lush dairy farming country, hobby farms, and proximity to both the coast and national parks. Nowra provides the full range of urban services including Stockland Shopping Centre, Shoalhaven District Memorial Hospital, schools, and public transport links. The South Coast Rail line running through Bomaderry connects the region to Sydney, making the broader Nowra–Shoalhaven area increasingly attractive to tree-changers and commuters seeking coastal-adjacent country living.

Watersleigh falls under postcode 2540 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Unclassified (OT) electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2540
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Gilmore
State Electorate
Unclassified (OT)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.86°, 150.52°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2.72 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Bomaderry Station
15 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Shoalhaven Bus Lines — Nowra 20–30 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
160 km
By Train
Approx. 2 hr 45 min from Bomaderry via South Coast Line
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Via Princes Highway (A1) or Hume Highway with Nowra turnoff.

Walkability Car Dependent

Rural setting with no walkable local services; vehicle required for daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
40
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Watersleigh NSW? +

Watersleigh is a rural locality in the Shoalhaven region of NSW, within the Nowra postcode 2540, approximately 160 km south of Sydney.

What is the nearest town to Watersleigh? +

Nowra is the nearest major service centre, offering supermarkets, hospitals, schools, and public transport connections to Sydney.

How far is Watersleigh from Sydney? +

Watersleigh is approximately 160 km south of Sydney. By car, the trip takes about 1 hr 45 min off-peak via the Princes Highway.

Is there a train near Watersleigh NSW? +

Bomaderry Station (South Coast Line) is the nearest train station, approximately 15 km from Watersleigh, with services to Sydney taking around 2 hr 45 min.

What is the population of Watersleigh? +

Watersleigh had a population of 40 at the 2021 Census.