Long Beach
Long Beach stands out for an older, low-density coastal profile: its 1,758 residents have a median age of 51, which is 11 years above the national median. Housing is overwhelmingly detached, with 91.2% separate houses, while the 31.4% vacancy rate is a defining feature for owners and investors. Household income sits at the 39.6th percentile nationally. Compared with town-centre choices in Batemans Bay or Surfside, Long Beach is more clearly shaped by detached housing and car travel, with 79.2% driving to work and only 1.2% using public transport. The age profile also helps explain the suburb's high ownership rate and stable resident base.
Local council: Eurobodalla
Population
1,758
Median Age
51.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,389/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
29
Long Beach suits buyers prioritising detached housing, larger floorplans and a settled residential environment. Separate houses account for 91.2% of dwellings, compared with only 0.4% apartments and 8.3% semi-detached homes. The bedroom mix is weighted toward larger properties: 49.1% have four or more bedrooms, higher than the 42.6% share of three-bedroom homes. Ownership is also well established, with 48.5% of homes owned outright versus 34.5% with a mortgage and 16.1% rented. A monthly mortgage figure of $1,699 and mortgage-to-income spending of 28.2% provide useful budgeting markers, while the 39.6th household-income percentile suggests buyers should assess borrowing capacity carefully. The housing form supports space and privacy, but car dependence matters because 79.2% drive to work.
For Buyers
Long Beach suits buyers prioritising detached housing, larger floorplans and a settled residential environment. Separate houses account for 91.2% of dwellings, compared with only 0.4% apartments and 8.3% semi-detached homes. The bedroom mix is weighted toward larger properties: 49.1% have four or more bedrooms, higher than the 42.6% share of three-bedroom homes. Ownership is also well established, with 48.5% of homes owned outright versus 34.5% with a mortgage and 16.1% rented. A monthly mortgage figure of $1,699 and mortgage-to-income spending of 28.2% provide useful budgeting markers, while the 39.6th household-income percentile suggests buyers should assess borrowing capacity carefully. The housing form supports space and privacy, but car dependence matters because 79.2% drive to work.
For Investors
Long Beach requires a cautious investment approach because its rental market combines low renting prevalence with a very high 31.4% vacancy rate. Only 16.1% of households rent, below the 48.5% owned-outright share and 34.5% mortgage share, so the tenant pool is smaller than the owner base. The weekly rent is $410, while rent-to-income spending is 29.5%, giving investors a reference point for affordability. Vacancy being higher than the renting share indicates that occupancy and leasing speed deserve close attention rather than relying on gross yield alone. There were 29 development applications in 12 months, with examples including dwelling houses, additions and swimming pools. Compared with a tightly rental-oriented market, the detached housing profile and 91.2% separate-house share may support family demand, but holding costs and vacancy risk remain important.
Development Activity
Total DAs
211
Last 12 Months
29
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-23.7%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
Long Beach has a mature resident base, with a median age of 51 that is 11 years above the national median. Its university-educated share is 24.2%, or 5.9 percentage points below the national comparison, while 15.9% of residents were born overseas, 5.7 percentage points below the national figure. English ancestry is recorded for 791 residents, followed by Irish at 238, Scottish at 200, German at 89 and Other at 92. Religious affiliation is split between Christianity at 834 people and no religion at 774, with Buddhism recorded for 9. Average household size is 2.5, matching the national comparison, and couples without children make up 55.5% of families. This combination helps explain the suburb's demand for larger detached homes without a strongly child-heavy household structure.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
91.2%
Houses
8.3%
Townhouse
0.4%
Apartment
Tenure
Long Beach has a strongly detached housing pattern across 9.61 square kilometres, with a density of 182.9 people per square kilometre. Separate houses account for 91.2% of dwellings, far higher than the 0.4% apartment share and the 8.3% semi-detached share. Larger homes dominate, with 49.1% containing four or more bedrooms compared with 42.6% containing three bedrooms and 7.4% containing two. Tenure is weighted toward ownership: 48.5% own outright, 34.5% have a mortgage, 16.1% rent and 0.9% use another arrangement. The $1,699 monthly mortgage figure compares with weekly rent of $410, while mortgage-to-income spending is 28.2% versus 29.5% for rent-to-income spending. This structure helps explain why Long Beach feels more like a low-density house market than an apartment-led suburb.
Mortgage / mo
$1,699
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $410.
$550
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $600 · units $450
HH Size
2.5
Personal Income / wk
$687
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
31.4%
Unoccupied
306
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
29.5%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
28.2%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
31.4%
Couples with children
55.5%
Couples, no children
11.6%
Single parent
528
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is Long Beach's largest listed industry at 19.9%, representing 93 workers, followed by Construction at 15.0% and 70 workers, Public Administration at 13.3% and 62, Education at 9.2% and 43, and Retail at 8.8% and 41. Healthcare's share is more than double Retail's, showing that essential services are more prominent than shop-based employment. Occupationally, Trades lead with 113 people, ahead of Professionals at 109, Community and Personal services at 104, Clerical and Administration at 96, and Managers at 92. The labour force numbers 721 people, with unemployment at 4.6% and participation at 49.4%. Full-time workers account for 49.0%, including 337 people, while 303 work part-time. This mix supports local demand for health, construction, administration and education services, while 672 people are outside the labour force.
Unemployment
4.6%
Labour Force
721
Unemployed
33
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
49.0%
Part-time
44.0%
Participation
49.4%
Employed
688
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
24.2%
Postgraduate
6.7%
Born Overseas
15.9%
Dwellings
671
Transport to Work
Daily life in Long Beach is strongly car-oriented. Some 79.2% of workers drive, compared with 1.2% using public transport and 1.4% walking or cycling, while 14.1% work from home. This pattern reflects a low density of 182.9 people per square kilometre across 9.61 square kilometres and means households should allow for regular vehicle costs and travel time. Families should confirm nearby school options, sector and enrolment zones against the exact address rather than relying on suburb boundaries; transport planning is especially important where car use is higher than public transport use. Volunteering is recorded at 17.5%, while 6.3% of residents need assistance, indicating some scope for local support services. A current street-level safety check is sensible before buying or renting, as conditions can vary between roads and pockets.
Drive
79.2%
Public Transport
1.2%
Walk / Cycle
1.4%
Work from Home
14.1%
Growth Outlook
Long Beach's current growth signal is visible in 29 development applications lodged over 12 months, with examples spanning new structures, dwelling houses, additions and swimming pools. That activity points to ongoing investment in existing properties as well as individual residential projects, although the examples are not a measure of completed new dwellings. The resident base is comparatively stable: 76.3% stayed at the same address, a share higher than the 23.7% turnover rate. Long Beach also has a median age of 51, which is 11 years above the national median, so future change is likely to be shaped by ageing households, renovations and replacement demand as much as by population turnover. The 31.4% vacancy rate is another important growth variable because it can create swings in occupancy even when the permanent resident base changes gradually.
Population trend: Eurobodalla council area
Long Beach sits in the Eurobodalla council area. These are the council area's residents, not Long Beach's.
Residents 2025
41,309
Growth, 5 yr average
+0.7%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+0.5%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Long Beach compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Long Beach a good suburb to live in?
Long Beach can suit residents seeking detached homes and a settled coastal setting. The median age is 51, 91.2% of dwellings are separate houses and 79.2% of workers drive, so it is better suited to car-oriented living than transit-dependent routines. The 31.4% vacancy rate also warrants checking the exact property and street.
What is the median house price in Long Beach?
A current median house price should be checked against recent settled sales for the exact part of Long Beach. The suburb is 91.2% separate houses, with 49.1% of homes containing four or more bedrooms and 42.6% containing three bedrooms, so prices can vary substantially by land size, condition and bedroom count.
What schools are in Long Beach?
School choices should be confirmed through current NSW enrolment zones and the exact address, including nearby options in the wider Batemans Bay area. Travel planning matters because 79.2% of workers drive, while only 1.2% use public transport. Families should also check sector, year levels, availability and transport routes before signing a lease or contract.
Is Long Beach safe?
A safety decision should include current incident patterns, an inspection at different times and conversations with nearby residents. Long Beach has 1,758 residents and 76.3% stayed at the same address, which suggests a relatively settled population, but those figures do not replace street-level checks. Review lighting, access, neighbouring properties and emergency services before committing.
Is Long Beach good for property investment?
Long Beach may suit an investor comfortable with vacancy risk and a predominantly owner-occupied market. Weekly rent is $410, but vacancy is 31.4% and only 16.1% of households rent. There were 29 development applications in 12 months, so investors should compare recent rents, likely leasing periods, insurance and property-specific costs rather than relying on headline yield.
How is Long Beach's population changing?
Long Beach has a current population of 1,758 and a stable mobility profile, with 76.3% of residents staying at the same address compared with 23.7% turnover. The median age of 51, 11 years above the national median, indicates that ageing households are an important influence. Recent change is also reflected in 29 development applications over 12 months.
What development is happening in Long Beach?
There were 29 development applications in the latest 12-month period. Examples include a swimming pool, new structures, dwelling houses and alterations or additions to existing buildings. Buyers should check the local council register for the current status, construction timing and possible effects on access, neighbouring homes, views and parking before purchasing.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).
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