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Basin View, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Basin View is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,498. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
1,498 Population 1/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$20,956 Median Income
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$20,956 median income, 5.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$202,800 home value, $1,014/mo rent

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About Basin View

Basin View

Basin View is a town in New South Wales, Australia in the City of Shoalhaven, on the shores of St Georges Basin. It is roughly 25 km south of Nowra, and approximately 200 km south of Sydney. At the 2016 census, the population of Basin View was 1,554.

People

Population1,498
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,956
Per Capita$20,956
Unemployment5.6%

Housing

F
Home Value$202,800
Rent$1,014
Ownership80.7%
Housing Units599

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population1,498
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-35.0883°, 150.5553°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (888 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,956
Median Age48.0 years

About Basin View

Basin View is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,498. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Basin View has a population of 1,498 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,231.6 square miles. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,498
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above Australia avg
2,231.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Basin View vs Australia Average

The median household income in Basin View is $20,956, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,956 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $403, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 142 business establishments.

Income: Basin View vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,956
72% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,956
Avg Weekly Wage$403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)142

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Basin View is $202,800, 28% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,014 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 80.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 599 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,800
28% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,014
13% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.7%
Owner-Occupied80.7%
Renter-Occupied19.3%
Housing Units599

Property Tax

Climate in Basin View

Basin View has an average annual temperature of 17°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.2°C), the coldest is Jul (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 992 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.2°C / 72°F 16.7° / 27.8° 73.1
Feb 21.7°C / 71°F 16.8° / 26.6° 162.1
Mar 20.2°C / 68°F 15.1° / 25.2° 110.2
Apr 17.7°C / 64°F 12.5° / 22.9° 57.3
May 14.6°C / 58°F 9.3° / 19.9° 56.7
Jun 12.3°C / 54°F 7.7° / 16.9° 112.7
Jul 11.6°C / 53°F 6.4° / 16.7° 63.3
Aug 12.5°C / 55°F 6.8° / 18.1° 74.1
Sep 14.9°C / 59°F 8.7° / 21.1° 51.1
Oct 17°C / 63°F 10.8° / 23.3° 61.1
Nov 19.2°C / 67°F 13.4° / 25° 81.3
Dec 20.6°C / 69°F 15° / 26.2° 88.8
Basin View enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 326 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above Australia avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area2,231.6 sq mi (5,779.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-35.0883°N, 150.5553°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 82 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 101 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 121 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 137 km
Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 130 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 81 km
Jan 14, 2003 5 km SSW of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 141 km
Apr 21, 2006 20 km NNE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 132 km
Jul 27, 2003 36 km NE of Crookwell, Australia M3.1 121 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 102 km
Jun 18, 2006 8 km W of Oakdale, Australia M3.0 114 km
Nov 24, 1991 18 km WSW of Crookwell, Australia M2.9 134 km
Mar 24, 2001 6 km SW of Murrumbateman, Australia M2.8 144 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 81 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 4.0 in
February 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 4.4 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.9 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in Driest
August 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in

Basin View has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 54°F in June to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Basin View

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Georges Basin Public School - - - -
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Museums in Basin View

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bundanon Homestead
Bundanon Museum
Central Wandandian Public School 1911
Fleet Air Arm Museum
Maritime Museum
Meroogal
Nowra Museum
Second classroom St George's Basin Public School 1959
Shoalhaven Family History Society

Libraries in Basin View

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Milton Library0.0
Nowra Library0.0
Sanctuary Point Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Basin View

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Milton Village Market

Cafes in Basin View

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bewong Cafe
Coffee on the Double

Gas Stations in Basin View

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #3877571144
Wandandian Shell

Stadiums & Teams in Basin View

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Basin View

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS AlbatrossNOAMedium Airport
Shellharbour AirportWOLMedium Airport
Bowral Private Airfield-Small Airport
Braidwood Airport-Small Airport
Bullio Airport-Small Airport
Cambewarra Airstrip-Small Airport
Jaspers Brush Airfield-Small Airport
Jervis Bay Airport-Small Airport
Marulan (Tangryang) Airstrip-Small Airport
Mittagong Airport-Small Airport
Robertson Airstrip-Small Airport
Southern tablelands gliding club-Small Airport

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Basin View

What is the population of Basin View?

Basin View has a population of 1,498 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,231.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Basin View expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,956, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $202,800 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,014 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Basin View?

Basin View enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches.

How is the job market in Basin View?

The unemployment rate in Basin View is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $403. There are 142 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Basin View?

The median home value in Basin View is $202,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,014. The homeownership rate is 80.7%.

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