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Wrights Beach

NSW 2540 • New South Wales

137
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.59 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalBeachsideQuietPeaceful
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About Wrights Beach

Wrights Beach is a small coastal locality in the City of Shoalhaven, New South Wales, situated on the shores of St Georges Basin near the Jervis Bay Territory. Covering just 0.59 square kilometres, it is a compact community of 137 residents — a mix of permanent residents and holiday homeowners drawn to the area's sheltered waterfront setting. The locality is in the federal electorate of Gilmore and is part of the South Coast region, approximately 180 kilometres south of Sydney.

The basin foreshore provides calm, family-friendly swimming and boating conditions, and the locality sits close to some of the most beautiful beaches on the NSW South Coast, including the famed white sands of Hyams Beach. Erowal Bay and St Georges Basin village are nearby for essentials, while the larger town of Nowra is about 30 kilometres to the north. Wrights Beach attracts those seeking a peaceful, nature-oriented coastal lifestyle away from the bustle of major holiday towns.

Wrights Beach 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
0.59 km²
Population Density
233 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$980K
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 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

  • Limited local services — Nowra / Vincentia 30–45 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
180 km
By Train
No direct train service; train from Bomaderry to Sydney takes approx. 2.5 hrs
By Car (Peak)
2.5–3 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
2–2.5 hrs

🛣️ Accessible via the Princes Highway; Nowra is the primary service hub

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is needed for all shopping and services; the foreshore is walkable but there are no local shops

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
137
▲ 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 Wrights Beach. 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 Wrights Beach known for? +

Wrights Beach is known for its peaceful setting on the sheltered shores of St Georges Basin, close to the pristine white sands of Hyams Beach and the natural beauty of the Jervis Bay area on the NSW South Coast.

How far is Wrights Beach from Sydney CBD? +

Wrights Beach is approximately 180 kilometres south of Sydney CBD, roughly a 2–2.5 hour drive via the Princes Highway.

Does Wrights Beach have public transport? +

Public transport in Wrights Beach is very limited. There is no rail service to the area; the nearest train station is at Bomaderry (Nowra), about 30 km north. A car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Wrights Beach? +

At the 2021 Census, Wrights Beach had a population of 137 residents across approximately 50 dwellings. A number of properties are holiday homes, so the actual population can fluctuate seasonally.

Is Wrights Beach a good place to live? +

Wrights Beach is ideal for those seeking a quiet coastal lifestyle near the natural beauty of Jervis Bay. It suits retirees, sea-changers, and holiday homeowners, though the limited amenities on-site mean a car is essential for daily needs.

What is the postcode for Wrights Beach? +

Wrights Beach shares postcode 2540 with Nowra and the broader Shoalhaven area.

What is the median house price in Wrights Beach? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $980,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Wrights Beach a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wrights Beach 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.