Ulladulla (NSW)

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Following assessment of ABS population trends across the wider region, alongside address validations performed by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Ulladulla has an estimated population of approximately 7,638 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 376 people (5.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 7,262 people. This shift is calculated from a resident population count of 7,573, which Districts estimated using the ABS June 2025 release of ERP figures, combined with an extra 94 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 557 persons per square kilometer, indicating ample room per resident and capacity for prospective development. The suburb of Ulladulla outpaced both its SA4 region (3.1%) and the SA3 area with its 5.2% rate of growth since the 2021 census, establishing itself as a regional growth frontrunner. The demographic expansion in the area was mostly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly of the overall population rise in recent times.

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A balanced mix of blue and white-collar occupations characterizes the local labor force in the suburb of Ulladulla, with visitor economy and lodging services playing a key role, alongside an unemployment rate of 5.6% according to aggregated statistical district records from Districts. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 2,824, while the unemployment rate sat 1.5% higher than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%. Workforce participation is also notably depressed, registering at 46.8% compared to the Regional NSW average of 60.6%. Census files show that a modest 10.5% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic containment measures.

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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by Districts for financial year 2023 indicate that incomes in the suburb of Ulladulla trail national benchmarks, showing a median income of $37,477 and an average income of $50,163. By comparison, Regional NSW recorded a median income of $52,390 and an average income of $65,215. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023 yields estimated values of roughly $41,345 for the median and $55,340 for the average in March 2026. According to Census files, personal, family, and household earnings in the area place between the 3rd and 7th percentiles across the country. The earnings distribution shows that the $400 - 799 weekly income bracket contains 32.4% of the population, representing 2,474 residents, whereas metropolitan areas tend to have of their populations in the - range. Income remaining after housing costs is low at only , putting the area in the th percentile for affordability pressures.

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The housing profile in the suburb of Ulladulla at the time of the latest Census consisted of 80.9% separate houses and 19.1% alternative housing types, such as apartments, semi-detached properties, or other structures, compared to 82.6% separate houses and 17.4% alternative dwellings in Regional NSW. Fully owned properties were much more common than across Regional NSW, accounting for 49.7% of homes, while mortgaged dwellings made up 22.1% and rental housing comprised 28.3%. Typical monthly mortgage costs stood below the Regional NSW median at $1,579, whereas median weekly rents were $340, compared to regional figures of $1,733 and $330. Nationally, local mortgage commitments are well below the Australian average of $1,863, and typical rent levels are lower than the national figure of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 65.6%, which consists of couples with children at 19.5%, childless couples at 32.0%, and single-parent households at 13.2%. The remaining 34.4% are non-family households, with single-person households accounting for 31.8% and shared group households making up 2.7%. The typical household size is 2.2 residents, which is slightly smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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Educational markers reveal areas of concern, particularly with university graduation rates standing at 14.1%, which is considerably below the NSW average of 32.2%. This gap presents an opportunity for targeted local learning programs. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees represent 9.8% of the community, while postgraduate degrees account for 2.5% and graduate diplomas make up 1.8%. Vocational and technical qualifications are common, with 42.0% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.4% and certificates at 32.6%.

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Analysis of transit options shows 69 operational transport stops in the suburb of Ulladulla, comprising various bus facilities. These locations are served by 30 separate routes, which combine to offer 418 weekly passenger services. Accessibility is favorable, with typical residences situated 227 meters from their nearest transit stop. Commuting patterns reflect the residential nature of the area, with 92% of working residents driving cars to work, 5% walking, and a vehicle ownership average of 1.2 per household, which is below the regional norm. A minor 10.5% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Public health metrics indicate notable difficulties for the suburb of Ulladulla, based on Districts evaluations of mortality patterns and the presence of chronic diseases across both young and old cohorts, alongside a low rate of private health insurance held by only about 47% of residents, representing approximately 3,577 people. This is lower than the 51.9% coverage rate seen across Regional NSW and the national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Ulladulla exhibits low levels of multicultural representation, with 85.8% of residents born in Australia, 90.5% holding citizenship, and 94.5% speaking only English in their households. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, claimed by 55.3% of the population, which is comparable to the 55.9% recorded across Regional NSW.

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The typical age in the suburb of Ulladulla is 51 years, placing it significantly higher than the Regional NSW average of 43 and the national average of 38. Compared to Regional NSW, the 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 16.3%, while the 25 - 34 age bracket is underrepresented at 8.2%. The concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 is also much higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age range has expanded from 9.7% to 10.9% of the population, while the 55 to 64 group has contracted from 14.3% to 12.4%. By the age profile will undergo major shifts, led by a increase in the to cohort, which will grow from to residents, while the to group will expand by a more modest , adding people.

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Ulladulla currently has an estimated 366 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 223 children aged 0-2 and 148 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 7% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 34% by 2041 (to approximately 490 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 669. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.6 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.