Narooma
NSW 2546 · Eurobodalla
2,731 (2021) → 2,802 est. (2025) · Moderate Growth
Part of the Eurobodalla local government area (est. 41,771 residents)
Based on transport, liveability & education. Safety is scored separately below.
Narooma is a moderate growth suburb in Eurobodalla, NSW 2546, about 283km from Sydney CBD. Its median house price of $850K is more affordable than the NSW average. The suburb has 2 schools, a transport score of 0/100, and is a short drive from the coast. Narooma has an overall score of 29/100, based on transport, liveability and education, plus a separate residential safety score of 53/100.
Demographics
Age distribution
Top countries of birth: England (5.38%), New Zealand (1.28%), Germany (0.84%), India (0.62%), USA (0.59%)
Top languages: German (0.44%), Nepali (0.26%), Punjabi (0.26%), Vietnamese (0.26%), Cantonese (0.22%)
Source: ABS Census 2021
Property
Median price history
Source: NSW Valuer General · Updated Q4 2025
Residential Safety
Small population (under 3,000) — crime rates may be volatile due to low sample size.
Recorded residential incidents (latest year), with rate per 100,000 residents:
Includes street and public-place assaults — supplementary context, not part of the safety score.
Residential incidents over time
Sum of the five residential categories above — not all recorded crime.
Area crime context
An independent score — crime data quality varies by state, so safety is shown separately and is not part of the overall score.
Source: BOCSAR · Updated 2025
Schools
Few schools nearby
Very few schools in and around this suburb — families may face significant travel for school.
Average ICSEA of schools within 10km 958 (below the national average of 1000).
In suburb
- Narooma High SchoolSecondary · GovernmentICSEA 955
- Narooma Public SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 939
Nearby (within 10km)
- Central Tilba Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 8.9kmICSEA 979
Source: ACARA 2023
Transport
Source: TfNSW GTFS
Liveability
Amenities within 2–3km
Counted within a short distance of the suburb centre (so nearby facilities count), with the in-boundary count shown beneath.
Source: Bureau of Meteorology · OpenStreetMap
Fitness
Limited facilities
Below average — fewer fitness options nearby, so you may need to travel to a gym or pool.
Facilities within 3km of the suburb centre. The Fitness Score is a national percentile of these counts per resident.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Outdoors
Mostly urban
Very little parkland or outdoor recreation in and around this suburb.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Outdoor Score is a national percentile led by parks and green space.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Culture
Limited cultural access
Below average — fewer cultural venues nearby.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Culture Score is a national percentile weighting theatres, museums, galleries, libraries and arts centres most heavily.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Entertainment Scene
Entertainment paradise
A seriously impressive licensed venue scene — top 20% nationally for density of pubs, bars, clubs and dining.
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Source: Liquor & Gaming NSW
Childcare
Strong options nearby
Well above average for childcare services — good choice and quality, with most families finding a place without a long drive.
View childcare centres on the map →
Source: ACECQA National Quality Framework Register
Population & Growth
Moderate GrowthSource: ABS ERP & NSW DPHI
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Frequently asked questions about Narooma
Is Narooma safe?
Narooma has a residential safety score of 53/100, based on residential crime (break-ins, theft from dwellings, vehicle theft, domestic assault and robbery) per resident relative to the NSW median. Its total recorded incident rate is 10,802 per 100,000 across all categories.
What are property prices in Narooma?
In Narooma, the median house price is $850K and the median unit price is $531K. Median weekly house rent is $550.
How far is Narooma from Sydney CBD?
Narooma is about 283.2 km from Sydney CBD.
What schools are in Narooma?
Narooma has 2 schools, with an average ICSEA of 947 (the national average is 1000). Schools are listed factually, not ranked.
What is public transport like in Narooma?
Narooma has a transport score of 0/100.