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Culburra Beach has an estimated 5,061 residents, down 0.9% since the 2021 Census, with 99 projects tracked in the area around Culburra Beach.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Culburra Beach Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 124 kilometres south-southwest from Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 5,061 as of Aug 2026. The 2021 Census recorded 5,105 people, and assessment of the latest ERP (Estimated Resident Population) outputs from the ABS together with addresses added since the Census indicates no significant movements. The area is characterised by strong outright home ownership, a low average household size, above-average children per family, and a notable presence of residents aged 85 and over and those aged 75 to 84. Its employment profile has a pronounced administrative base.
The population includes a high proportion of retirement-aged and older residents, largely couples without children. Education levels are typically lower, and incomes are in the lower quartile. Population growth is described as moderate, while sales activity is exceptionally high relative to population size. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Culburra Beach Statistical Area (Lv2) is located 124 kilometres south-southwest from Sydney CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at around 5,061 as of Aug 2026. The 2021 Census recorded 5,105 people, and assessment of the latest ERP (Estimated Resident Population) outputs from the ABS together with addresses added since the Census indicates no significant movements. The area is characterised by strong outright home ownership, a low average household size, above-average children per family, and a notable presence of residents aged 85 and over and those aged 75 to 84. Its employment profile has a pronounced administrative base.
The population includes a high proportion of retirement-aged and older residents, largely couples without children. Education levels are typically lower, and incomes are in the lower quartile. Population growth is described as moderate, while sales activity is exceptionally high relative to population size. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,476 in 2001 and 5,039 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,061 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 18.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $800 - 1,499, 27.1%.
Culburra Beach ranks in the 95th percentile nationally for sales activity and the 55th for infrastructure drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Culburra Beach is $520 a week, up 3.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 10% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.0%.
10% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $344 in 2017, $542 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Eastbourne Avenue, Culburra Beach NSW 2540 | $1,710,000 | 2 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Orient Avenue, Orient Point NSW 2540 | $830,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 8 Otway Street, Orient Point NSW 2540 | $722,500 | 30 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Higgins Place, Greenwell Point NSW 2540 | $930,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Eastbourne Avenue, Culburra Beach NSW 2540 | $1,100,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 172 Prince Edward Avenue, Culburra Beach NSW 2540 | $715,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 96 Addison Road, Culburra Beach NSW 2540 | $1,015,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 47 Orient Point Road, Culburra Beach NSW 2540 | $930,000 | 10 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 32 Adelaide Street, Greenwell Point NSW 2540 | $845,000 | 21 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 32 Osterley Avenue, Orient Point NSW 2540 | $800,000 | 18 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 14 May 2026 (the latest settled 2 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $905,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $520 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $905k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $430k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $905,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 14 May 2026 to 2 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $542 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +5.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $421 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.1% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Shoalhaven | $567 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Shoalhaven, over 12 months | +3.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 100 tracked applications: 36 approved, 29 under assessment, 35 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 99 projects in and around Culburra Beach, 23 of them under construction.
Masterplanned mixed-use community on approximately 46 hectares along Culburra Road, delivering around 400 new homes (244 low-density residential lots plus approximately 160 medium-density apartments), a town centre expansion with mixed-use commercial and retail space, 13 industrial lots, sports fields, parks and environmental reserves.
Reconstruction and repair works of a pedestrian beach access path and stairs that were significantly damaged by severe weather in 2022. Works were completed in November 2024.
$3.88 million upgrade to Shoalhaven Culburra Wastewater Treatment Plant as part of Accelerated Infrastructure Fund supporting sustainable development and improved water quality management.
Shoalhaven City Council and the NSW Government are delivering the Shoalhaven Roads Package across Forest Road, Callala Bay Road, and Culburra Road. The project includes pavement reconstruction, shoulder widening, installation of roadside safety barriers, roundabout upgrades, and improved stormwater culverts.
Development-approved subdivision creating 134 low-density semi-rural residential lots across two parcels totaling 95.61 hectares. The site includes the former Vineyards Golf Links and an adjacent rural property.
School Infrastructure NSW is planning a new public preschool and primary school on Worrigee Road to cater for rapid population growth in South Nowra and Worrigee.
Construction of a new multi-leg roundabout at the intersection of Greenwell Point Road, Worrigee Road, and Millbank Road in Worrigee[cite: 1]. The works include active transport infrastructure with shared user paths, footpaths, and pedestrian refuge crossings to accommodate traffic and improve safety around the surrounding educational and residential…
A new primary school for approximately 550 students and a public preschool for up to 60 children per day to serve the growing communities of Worrigee and South Nowra, which have seen a 150 percent increase in new dwellings over the past decade.
Comprehensive flood mitigation project under the Lower Shoalhaven River Floodplain Risk Management Plan, including proposed raising of Terara Road as an emergency evacuation route, levees review, and drainage capacity improvements.
Major wastewater infrastructure upgrade by Shoalhaven Water to increase sewer network capacity for future growth in South Nowra and Worrigee. The project includes a deep sewer pump station, gravity mains, rising mains, additional storage and multiple construction packages.
Extension of approved dredging and river sand extraction operations at Pig Island and the bed of the Shoalhaven River to supply coarse river sand for regional construction.
Somerset Grove Estate is a 63-lot residential land subdivision on 5.35 hectares at 70 Hillcrest Avenue, South Nowra, NSW, marketed by Avera Property Group. Lot sizes range from 500sqm to 877sqm. Civil works have been completed and lots have been registered, with individual titled blocks now being resold and built out by owners as house and land packages.
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Estimated completion year of the 47 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 7, 2027 15, 2028 4, 2029 1, 2030 7, 2031 2, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 6, 2036 1. 25 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 100 substantial development applications lodged in and around Culburra Beach over the past 5 years, 93 in the last 12 months; 29 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 2, 2023 0, 2024 3, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 92.
Key application 1178 Comerong Island Road, Numbaa Commercial | $2.0m | 1 dwelling | 1 storey Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 100 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 93 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 66th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 28 | ABS building approvals | 40th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 36 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 29 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Culburra Beach SA2 include: West Culburra Development (Dev. Application); Shoalhaven Roads Package (Construction); Shoalhaven Heads Master Plan (Planning); New public preschool and primary school in Worrigee (Pre-Approval); and New Primary School and Public Preschool in Worrigee (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Culburra Beach SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Communities, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Culburra Beach, placing the area among the bottom 24% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Culburra Beach SA2 area has seen 41 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Culburra Beach SA2's current population of 5,061 has been supported by 28 approvals on average over recent years.
The Culburra Beach SA2 has seen 5.4 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 264 people in the Culburra Beach SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Culburra Beach SA2's approval levels have been below the yearly average of 28, indicating a recent decline in approval activity.
Over the past five years, the Culburra Beach SA2 has seen 138 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Culburra Beach reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,061 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | -0.9% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 66 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 26th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 5,105 | 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 76.40 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Culburra Beach SA2 was estimated to be approximately 5,061 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,039 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The culburra beach sa2 has lost approximately 44 people and shown a 0.86% decrease from the 5,105 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Culburra Beach SA2 is estimated at 66 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Culburra Beach SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Culburra Beach SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Culburra Beach ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 55 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 96th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 36.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 13.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 18.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 41.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 55 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 8.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 8.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 8.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 9.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 18.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 5.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Culburra Beach SA2 at 55 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 55 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 55 years as at August 2026, Culburra Beach is 12 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 17 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Culburra Beach SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 18.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Culburra Beach SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 8.4% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Culburra Beach SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (5.0% vs 2.9%) and 75-84 year-olds (12.7% vs 8.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 13.1% of the population in the Culburra Beach SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 36.0% of the population in the Culburra Beach SA2 as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 82% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $51,794 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 21st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $64,279 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,195 | 2021 Census, weekly | 13th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $621 | 2021 Census, weekly | 14th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 12.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,476 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 34.2% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Culburra Beach SA2 is approximately $55,098. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $51,794.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Culburra Beach SA2 is approximately $68,380. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $64,279.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Culburra Beach SA2 is approximately $55,098 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $51,794 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Culburra Beach SA2 is approximately $68,380 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $64,279 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Culburra Beach SA2's households (~27.1% / 592 households) is the $800 - 1,499 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Culburra Beach SA2 is the $800 - 1,499 group, representing about 27.1% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Culburra Beach SA2 is $1,195/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Culburra Beach SA2 is $1,476/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Culburra Beach SA2 is $621/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Culburra Beach SA2's median income among taxpayers is $51,794, with an average of $64,279. This is lower than average on a national basis, and compares to Regional NSW's median of $55,733 and average of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $55,098 (median) and $68,380 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Culburra Beach SA2 is $4,393 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The culburra beach sa2's disposable income is $4,393 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
While Culburra Beach retains a healthy unemployment rate of 3.8%, recent employment declines have impacted its national performance ranking.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 3.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 47.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,001 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,478 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,079 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Culburra Beach SA2 has approximately 2,001 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 3.8%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement, though the very low unemployment rate of 3.8% indicates the ranking primarily reflects recent job losses rather than underlying labor market weakness.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Culburra Beach SA2 stands at 3.8%, which is broadly in line with Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Culburra Beach SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.9% of employment), construction (13.3%), and accommodation & food (9.9%). Other significant employers include education & training and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Culburra Beach SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Culburra Beach SA2 is 47.2%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. The relatively low participation rate may indicate limited job opportunities or demographic factors affecting workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The culburra beach sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 13.3% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The culburra beach sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. However, the low unemployment rate of 3.8% suggests the ranking is driven by recent job losses rather than structural weakness. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 13.1% growth, ranking 4th out of 37 regions nationally.
Culburra Beach faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 11.3% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 17.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 32.7% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.5% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 40.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 20.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 7.1% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
17.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Culburra Beach SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
40.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Culburra Beach SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The culburra beach sa2 ranks in the 19th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Culburra Beach SA2 are: Certificate (32.7%), Bachelor Degree (11.3%), Advanced Diploma (10.2%).
20.5% of the population in the Culburra Beach SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 7.1% in primary school, 5.7% in secondary school, 2.1% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Culburra Beach SA2 is 942, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the Culburra Beach SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 308 students.
The culburra beach sa2 includes 2 primary schools.
Culburra Beach features high concentrations of couples without children and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 31.2% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 19.2% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 35.9% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.4% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,186 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,167 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 65.4% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Culburra Beach SA2 had 2,186 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 2,167 households today.
The average household size in the Culburra Beach SA2 is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 65.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (31.2%), group households (3.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,430 family households, couples with children account for 19.2% of all households, couples without children at home 35.9%, and single parent families 9.4%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Culburra Beach SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Culburra Beach SA2 have an average of 2.0 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 48.5% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.1% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 31.2% of all households in the Culburra Beach SA2, similar to the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.4% of households, in line with the Regional NSW average of 3.3%.
Culburra Beach is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 12.2% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.1% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 93.4% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 87.8% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
Culburra Beach was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.8% of its population born in Australia, 93.4% being citizens, and 96.1% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Culburra Beach was found to be Christianity, which makes up 56.5% of people in Culburra Beach. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Culburra Beach are English, comprising 32.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 30.6% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.1% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Australian Aboriginal is notably overrepresented at 4.7% of Culburra Beach (vs 4.6% across Regional NSW), Maltese at 0.8% (vs 0.4%) and Hungarian at 0.3% (vs 0.2%).
12.2% of the Culburra Beach SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
3.9% of the population in the Culburra Beach SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
4.7% of the Culburra Beach SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
93.4% of the Culburra Beach SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Culburra Beach is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 23.8% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 50.2% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 89.0% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,710 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 40th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 26.0% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $331 | 2021 Census, weekly | 36th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 27.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 33.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 95th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Culburra Beach SA2, 50.2% of homes are owned outright, 26.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 23.8% are rented.
According to the latest data, 89.0% of dwellings in the Culburra Beach SA2 are houses.
In the Culburra Beach SA2, 1.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 7.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Culburra Beach SA2 stands at 50.2%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Culburra Beach SA2 is $1,710, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Culburra Beach SA2 is $785, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Culburra Beach SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 33.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 27.7% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Culburra Beach SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Culburra Beach SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 33.0% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 27.7% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Culburra Beach SA2 consists of 89.0% detached houses, 7.9% semi-detached dwellings, 1.1% apartments, and 2.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Culburra Beach consumes approximately 15.2% of median household income ($5,174 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Culburra Beach show attached dwellings contributing 20% of approvals compared to 11% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 80% of applications versus 89% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in Culburra Beach is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a slightly higher degree among older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 49.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 26th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 58.1% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 71.7% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
Around 49.6% of people in the Culburra Beach SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Culburra Beach SA2, 9.0% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
7.0% of people in the Culburra Beach SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 6.1% of the Culburra Beach SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.7% of people in the Culburra Beach SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Culburra Beach SA2, 49.6% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 39 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 39th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 115 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 78th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 130 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 12th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 44 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 12 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 17.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 115 public transport stops within the Culburra Beach SA2.
The Culburra Beach SA2 has 130 weekly trips across 12 routes, averaging 18 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 153 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 1.1 km away and the nearest school 1.1 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 115 stops nearby, 130 weekly trips, access rating 39 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 52 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 13.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 13.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 13.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 14.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 14.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 15.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 20 places in Culburra Beach, about 11.9 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Culburra Beach, placing the area among the bottom 24% of areas assessed nationally.
Culburra Beach has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 40th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Culburra Beach's resilient property market has recorded 139 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 96% residential, 1% commercial and 3% vacant land transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Culburra Beach reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Culburra Beach ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income figures position the area below 82% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
While Culburra Beach retains a healthy unemployment rate of 3.8%, recent employment declines have impacted its national performance ranking.
Culburra Beach faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Culburra Beach features high concentrations of couples without children and lone person households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
Culburra Beach is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Culburra Beach is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Culburra Beach is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a slightly higher degree among older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Culburra Beach has an estimated 5,061 residents, down 0.9% since the 2021 Census, with 99 projects tracked in the area around Culburra Beach.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Culburra Beach.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jun 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (114011274). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jun 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Culburra Beach from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Culburra Beach with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
