North Nowra
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for North Nowra, NSW 2541.
About North Nowra
Welcome to North Nowra
North Nowra sits on the northern bank of the Shoalhaven River, across the water from Nowra's town centre and about a two-and-a-half-hour drive south of Sydney on the NSW South Coast. It's a settled, family-oriented pocket of the Shoalhaven, bordered by Bomaderry, Terara, West Nowra, Meroo Meadow and Bangalee, and close enough to the river and the coast to suit anyone who wants a slower pace without giving up easy access to shops, schools and transport.
With a population of 5,856 and a median age of 39, North Nowra reads as a suburb of young and established families rather than a transient rental market. Houses dominate the streetscape, and the mix of quiet residential roads, riverside outlooks and proximity to Bomaderry's services makes it an easy sell for people relocating from Sydney or Wollongong in search of more space for their money.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in North Nowra tends to revolve around the river and the everyday convenience of nearby Bomaderry and Nowra, rather than a dedicated café strip within the suburb itself. Locals cross the Nowra bridge or head into Bomaderry for their coffee, pub meals and takeaway options, while the Shoalhaven River itself is a constant presence, offering fishing, kayaking and walking spots that give the suburb a relaxed, outdoorsy feel.
It suits people who like their weekends unhurried: a walk along the river, a drive to Nowra's restaurants and shops, or a short trip further afield to the beaches around Shoalhaven Heads and the coast. It's a practical, low-fuss lifestyle rather than a destination suburb, which is exactly the appeal for many buyers.
Getting around
North Nowra connects to Nowra's CBD via the Nowra Bridge, keeping the town centre, Bomaderry train station and the Princes Highway within easy reach. Bomaderry station, on the South Coast railway line, gives residents rail access north towards Wollongong and Sydney, making the suburb workable for those who occasionally commute or simply prefer having the option.
Most day-to-day travel here is by car, with the Princes Highway providing the main arterial route through the region and Illaroo Road linking North Nowra's residential streets to Bomaderry and the surrounding suburbs. It's not a suburb built around public transport, but for a regional location it's well served.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with North Nowra Public School and Illaroo Road Public School both serving the immediate area, alongside Havenlee School, which supports students with additional needs. The median age of 39 and the strong share of houses in the local market point to a suburb that has long attracted, and kept, families rather than short-term renters.
The combination of multiple public schools within the suburb, larger house blocks and river-adjacent parkland gives North Nowra a genuine family-suburb feel, and it's the kind of place where kids can walk or ride to school rather than needing to be driven across town.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in North Nowra is overwhelmingly detached houses, which make up 86% of current listings, with townhouses and apartments each accounting for a modest 6% and vacant land rounding out the remaining 2%. Expect a mix of established brick-veneer and weatherboard homes on generous blocks, along with some newer builds, reflecting decades of steady residential growth rather than a recent apartment boom.
Buyers looking for townhouses or units will find comparatively few options here, which keeps North Nowra oriented towards owner-occupier families and those wanting a standalone home with a yard, rather than investors chasing higher-density stock.
The property market
North Nowra's median house price currently sits at $750,000, having grown 9.4% recently, a solid result that reflects continued demand for river-side, family-friendly suburbs within the Shoalhaven. Median rent of $570 a week points to a reasonably healthy rental market for a suburb of this size, with houses again the dominant rental type given the dwelling mix.
For buyers priced out of Sydney and Wollongong but wanting coastal-region living, North Nowra offers a comparatively accessible entry point with room for further growth, particularly given its position across the river from Nowra's expanding town centre and its good stock of family-sized homes.
Market snapshot
North Nowra property market
Median sale price
$750k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$570
per week
Gross rental yield
4.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$625k
Median
$750k
Premium
$867k
Days on market
20
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
57
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +3.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in North Nowra by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for North Nowra, NSW 2541.
Population
5,856
residents (2021)
Median age
39
years
Household income
$1,411
median, per week
Median rent
$380
per week
Median mortgage
$1,719
per month
Mortgage / income
28%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in North Nowra
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in North Nowra
$900k
59 Illaroo Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.05m
15 Walsh Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$450k
2/72 Page Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$765k
3 Harrison Street
Sold ~July 2026
$785k
36 Peak Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$430k
4/4 Harvey Place
Sold ~July 2026
$1.50m
9 West Cambewarra Road
Sold ~July 2026
$590k
35A Judith Drive
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
North Nowra suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in North Nowra?
The median house price in North Nowra, NSW is $750k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 9.4%.
How much is rent in North Nowra?
The median weekly rent in North Nowra is around $570 per week.
Is North Nowra a good place to live?
North Nowra is a suburb of Nowra in the City of Shoalhaven in New South Wales, Australia. North Nowra is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 5,856 and 3 schools in the area.
What is the population of North Nowra?
North Nowra has a population of 5,856 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 39.
What schools are in North Nowra?
There are 3 schools in or near North Nowra, including Havenlee School, Illaroo Road Public School and North Nowra Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in North Nowra?
Properties in North Nowra take around 20 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in North Nowra?
Entry-level properties in North Nowra start around $625k, while premium homes reach $867k.
What suburbs are near North Nowra?
Suburbs near North Nowra include Terara, West Nowra, Bomaderry, Meroo Meadow and Bangalee.
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