Bomaderry vs North Nowra
The verdict
North Nowra is more affordable, with a median house price of $725K versus $730K in Bomaderry. Bomaderry rates higher for transport (83 vs 35). Bomaderry is closer to the coast (13.4 km vs 15.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, North Nowra rates higher (71 vs 40/100 in Bomaderry).
Scores
| Bomaderry | North Nowra | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 64 | 45 |
| Transport | 83 | 35 |
| Education | 37 | 41 |
| Liveability | 67 | 57 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Bomaderry | North Nowra | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,738 | 5,856 |
| Median age | 45 | 39 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,119 | $1,411 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 23.0% | 27.6% |
| Born in Australia | 79.7% | 80.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.2 | 2.4 |
Growth: Bomaderry Moderate Growth · North Nowra Moderate Growth
Property
| Bomaderry | North Nowra | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $730K | $725K |
| Median unit price | $605K | $492K |
| House price YoY | 16.3% | 15.5% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $550 | $550 |
| Rental yield (house) | 3.8% | 3.6% |
| Days on market (house) | 35 | 31 |
Median price history
Safety
| Bomaderry | North Nowra | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 40 | 71 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 297 | 171 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 178 | 137 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 890 | 461 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 11,324 | 4,799 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Bomaderry | North Nowra | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 3 |
| Government | 2 | 3 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 973 | 926 |
See the full school list on each profile: Bomaderry · North Nowra
Transport
| Bomaderry | North Nowra | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 83 | 35 |
| Train stations | 2 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 970 m | 3.3 km |
Liveability
| Bomaderry | North Nowra | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 26.5°C | 26.5°C |
| Winter max temp | 17.0°C | 17.0°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,100 | 1,100 |
| Supermarkets | 2 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 0 | 1 |
| Parks | 14 | 12 |
| Playgrounds | 8 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 3 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 13.4 km | 15.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 121.6 km | 123.9 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 2.7 km | 2.3 km |
Population & growth
| Bomaderry | North Nowra | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 6,738 | 5,856 |
| Estimated 2025 | 6,927 | 6,020 |
| Projected 2041 | 8,019 | 6,969 |
| Annual growth rate | 0.69% | 0.69% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Bomaderry or North Nowra?
North Nowra has the higher residential safety score (Bomaderry 40/100 vs North Nowra 71/100).
Which is more affordable, Bomaderry or North Nowra?
North Nowra is more affordable, with a median house price of $725K versus $730K.
Which has better schools, Bomaderry or North Nowra?
Bomaderry has a higher average school ICSEA (Bomaderry 973 vs North Nowra 926; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Bomaderry or North Nowra?
Bomaderry has the higher transport score (Bomaderry 83/100 vs North Nowra 35/100).
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