Ulladulla Surrounds

Ulladulla Surrounds lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Ulladulla Surrounds' population is approximately 6,095 as of May 2026. This figure represents an increase of 273 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 5,822. The growth is inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 6,047 in June 2025 and 42 new addresses validated since the Census date. This results in a population density of 9.0 persons per square kilometer. Ulladulla Surrounds' growth rate of 4.7% since the 2021 Census exceeds both the SA4 region (3.1%) and the SA3 area, indicating it as a growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 74.6% to overall population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, Ulladulla Surrounds is projected to have a population increase of 1,517 persons, reflecting a total increase of 24.1% over the 16-year period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Ulladulla Surrounds when compared nationally

Ulladulla Surrounds averaged approximately 42 new dwelling approvals annually. Between financial years FY-21 and FY-25214 homes were approved, with a further 16 approved in FY-26 as of the current date. Each dwelling has attracted an average of 2.2 new residents per year over the past five financial years.

The average construction cost value for new homes is $361,000. This financial year has seen $5.8 million in commercial approvals. Ulladulla Surrounds has similar development levels per person compared to the Rest of NSW, maintaining market equilibrium with surrounding areas.

However, recent construction activity has eased slightly. Detached houses comprise 96.0% of new developments, with attached dwellings making up the remaining 4.0%, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. There are approximately 196 people per dwelling approval in the location. Population forecasts indicate Ulladulla Surrounds will gain 1,469 residents by 2041, suggesting a maintained pace of construction growth despite potential increasing competition among buyers due to population increase.

Ulladulla Surrounds has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 39thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 22 projects likely impacting the area. Key projects include Milton-Ulladulla Bypass, Ulladulla Bunnings Warehouse, Ulladulla Sports Park Master Plan, and Ulladulla Public School Upgrade. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Ulladulla Surrounds exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Ulladulla Surrounds has a skilled workforce with notable representation in the construction sector. Its unemployment rate was 2.5% as of December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 1.5%.

In December 2025, 2,426 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.5%, below Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation in Ulladulla Surrounds was 47.6%, significantly lower than Regional NSW's 60.5%. According to Census responses, 22.1% of residents worked from home. Key industries for employment among residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade.

Construction is particularly specialized in Ulladulla Surrounds, with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level. However, health care & social assistance is under-represented, at 13.2% compared to Regional NSW's 16.9%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities. In the 12-month period ending December 2025, employment increased by 1.5%, labour force by 2.6%, and unemployment rose by 1.0 percentage points. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decline of 1.2%, labour force decline of 0.8%, with unemployment rising 0.4 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, published in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Ulladulla Surrounds' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.1% over ten years.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

The Ulladulla Surrounds SA2 had an income level below the national average according to ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year ended June 2023. The median income among taxpayers was $42,557 and the average income stood at $55,124. These figures compared to Regional NSW's median of $52,390 and average of $65,215 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 would be approximately $46,949 (median) and $60,813 (average). Census data from 2021 showed household, family and personal incomes in Ulladulla Surrounds all fell between the 9th and 10th percentiles nationally. The earnings profile indicated that the $800 - $1,499 earnings band captured 27.3% of the community (1,663 individuals), differing from regional levels where the $1,500 - $2,999 category predominated at 29.9%. Housing costs were modest with 88.2% of income retained. However, total disposable income ranked at just the 14th percentile nationally and the area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 4th decile.

Ulladulla Surrounds is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Ulladulla Surrounds' dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, comprised 94.5% houses and 5.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Ulladulla Surrounds stood at 61.9%, with the rest being mortgaged (26.0%) or rented (12.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,586, below Regional NSW's average of $1,733. Median weekly rent was $330, matching Regional NSW's figure. Nationally, Ulladulla Surrounds' mortgage repayments were lower at $1,586 compared to Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were substantially lower at $330 versus the national figure of $375.

Ulladulla Surrounds has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 69.8% of all households, including 21.1% couples with children, 40.9% couples without children, and 7.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.2%, with lone person households at 28.1% and group households comprising 2.0%. The median household size is 2.2 people, smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

Educational attainment in Ulladulla Surrounds aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 21.2%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 13.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.4%) and graduate diplomas (3.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 44.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.7%) and certificates (34.2%). A total of 22.0% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, comprising 8.3% in primary, 6.2% in secondary, and 2.2% in tertiary education.

A substantial 22.0% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 8.3% in primary education, 6.2% in secondary education, and 2.2% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Ulladulla Surrounds has 204 active public transport stops serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are serviced by 22 individual routes, providing a total of 223 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents located an average of 223 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily, predominantly using cars (93%), while 5% walk. The area has an average vehicle ownership of 1.6 per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, 22.1% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 31 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately one weekly trip per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

Ulladulla Surrounds's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Ulladulla Surrounds' health data shows positive results, aligning with national benchmarks for mortality rates and health conditions. Prevalence of common health issues is low across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at 47% (~2,889 people), compared to Regional NSW's 51.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (13.8%) and mental health issues (7.4%), with 61.3% reporting no medical ailments, similar to Regional NSW's 63.3%. Working-age residents face higher chronic condition rates. Ulladulla Surrounds has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 35.5% (~2,161 people), compared to Regional NSW's 23.4%. Health outcomes for seniors rank high nationally.

Ulladulla Surrounds is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Ulladulla Surrounds was found to have a cultural diversity below average, with 86.8% of its population born in Australia, 90.7% being citizens, and 97.3% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Ulladulla Surrounds is Christianity, which comprises 49.6% of the population. However, Judaism is notably overrepresented, making up 0.1% compared to the regional average of 0.1%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups are English at 31.8%, Australian at 29.5%, and Irish at 10.4%. There are also notable divergences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Welsh is overrepresented at 1.0% compared to the regional average of 0.5%, Scottish at 9.8% (vs 8.0%), and Dutch at 1.4% (vs 1.0%).

Ulladulla Surrounds ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

The median age in Ulladulla Surrounds is 56 years, notably higher than Regional NSW's average of 43 years and Australia's national average of 38 years. The 65-74 age group represents 21.2% of the population, significantly higher than Regional NSW's percentage. Conversely, the 25-34 age cohort is less prevalent at 5.7%. This concentration in the 65-74 age group is well above the national average of 9.4%. According to the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 8.6% to 11.2%, while the 35 to 44 cohort increased from 9.0% to 10.7%. However, the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 20.5% to 17.6%, and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 11.4% to 9.8%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Ulladulla Surrounds' age structure. The 75 to 84 cohort is projected to grow by 47%, adding 321 residents to reach a total of 1,005. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 age group is expected to grow by 8%, with an increase of only 33 residents.