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Surfside, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Surfside is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,341. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

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C Fair
1,341 Population 1/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
49.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$20,517 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$20,517 median income, 4.8% unemployment
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Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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About Surfside

Surfside

Surfside is a suburb of Batemans Bay in Eurobodalla Shire, New South Wales, Australia. It lies on the north bank of the Clyde estuary, north of Batemans Bay and 274 km south of Sydney. At the 2016 census, it had a population of 1,371.

People

Population1,341
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,517
Per Capita$20,517
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

F
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership72.8%
Housing Units536

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population1,341
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates-35.6953°, 150.1995°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation49.9 inches (1,268 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.7 inches (2 cm)
Median Household Income$20,517
Median Age47.0 years

About Surfside

Surfside is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,341. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Surfside has a population of 1,341 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,665.9 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,341
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Australia avg
1,665.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Surfside vs Australia Average

The median household income in Surfside is $20,517, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,517 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $395, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 127 business establishments.

Income: Surfside vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$20,517
73% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$20,517
Avg Weekly Wage$395

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)127

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Surfside is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 72.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 536 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,200
30% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.8%
Owner-Occupied72.8%
Renter-Occupied27.2%
Housing Units536

Property Tax

Climate in Surfside

Surfside has an average annual temperature of 16.8°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.5°C), the coldest is Jul (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 887 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.5°C / 71°F 17.1° / 25.9° 70.2
Feb 21.3°C / 70°F 17° / 25.6° 109.3
Mar 19.8°C / 68°F 15.6° / 24.1° 85.6
Apr 17.5°C / 64°F 12.8° / 22.2° 57.2
May 14.8°C / 59°F 10° / 19.6° 65.3
Jun 12.6°C / 55°F 8° / 17.2° 77.7
Jul 11.6°C / 53°F 6.6° / 16.7° 39.3
Aug 12.7°C / 55°F 7.2° / 18.2° 64.1
Sep 14.6°C / 58°F 9.3° / 20° 61.2
Oct 16.4°C / 62°F 11.3° / 21.4° 82.2
Nov 18.2°C / 65°F 13.5° / 23° 93.8
Dec 20°C / 68°F 15.4° / 24.7° 80.9
Surfside enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 49.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above Australia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area1,665.9 sq mi (4,314.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-35.6953°N, 150.1995°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.9"
31% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.7"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.8 on Sep 25, 2019.

Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 136 km
Apr 1, 1990 35 km SSE of Cooma, Australia M3.4 120 km
Nov 9, 2002 13 km NE of Berridale, Australia M3.2 131 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 147 km
Jan 14, 2003 5 km SSW of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 132 km
Apr 21, 2006 20 km NNE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 137 km
Mar 6, 2007 88 km ESE of Bermagui, Australia M3.0 127 km
Jan 2, 2005 35 km W of Duffy, Australia M2.9 144 km
Sep 25, 2019 21 km WNW of Cooma, Australia M2.8 129 km
Mar 24, 2001 6 km SW of Murrumbateman, Australia M2.8 134 km
Jul 3, 2003 5 km WNW of Berridale, Australia M2.7 148 km
Aug 18, 2007 11 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M2.6 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
February 69°F (21°C) 4.4 in Warmest
March 67°F (19°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.6 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
July 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
August 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
October 60°F (16°C) 3.8 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
December 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in

Surfside has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 48°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Surfside

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Batemans Bay Public School
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Museums in Surfside

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Moruya District Historical Society Museum

Libraries in Surfside

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Batemans Bay Community Library0.0
Moruya Library And Visitor Centre0.0

Breweries in Surfside

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Broule Brewhouse

Airports Near Surfside

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moruya AirportMYAMedium Airport
Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS AlbatrossNOAMedium Airport
Braidwood AirportSmall Airport
Currandooley AirportSmall Airport
Jervis Bay AirportSmall Airport

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 Surfside

What is the population of Surfside?

Surfside has a population of 1,341 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,665.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Surfside expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,517, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Surfside?

Surfside enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.9 inches.

How is the job market in Surfside?

Surfside has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $395. There are 127 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Surfside?

The median home value in Surfside is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 72.8%.

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