Broughton at a glance
Population
85
Median age 57
The brief
What to know about Broughton.
The postcode for Broughton is 2535 (NSW).
Broughton (2535) sits in the Kiama region of NSW.
Broughton has roughly 85 residents, with a retiree-heavy demographic. Households are mostly owner-occupied.
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Schooling within or near the suburb covers 12 government primary, 3 government secondary, 2 Catholic, 2 independent.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Broughton's population at 85, with a median age of 57. That sits as a retiree-heavy demographic. Households are mostly owner-occupied (71% own, 12% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (82% family households, 9% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
85
Median age
57
Family households
82%
Lone person
9%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
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Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$400/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$685/wk
Owner occupied
71%
Renter occupied
12%
At a deeper level
85
Median age: 57
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Safety
Crime and safety.
3
total offences in 2025
Top offence categories
Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.
Source: State Police Open Data
Crime data as of January 2025· State Police Open Data
Place
Location.
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Transport
Education
Schools in Broughton.
Local schools for Broughton
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Government School Catchment
Berry Public School
Gerringong Public School
Shoalhaven Heads Public School
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Frequently asked
About Broughton.
- What is the Broughton postcode?
- Broughton is in the 2535 postcode, in NSW, in the Kiama Municipal Council region.
- Where is Broughton?
- Broughton is a regional suburb in NSW, postcode 2535, in the Kiama Municipal Council region.
- What is the average rent in Broughton?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $400, for units it's $685.
- What schools are in Broughton?
- There are 20 schools serving Broughton on this page, including Berry Public School, Gerringong Public School, Shoalhaven Heads Public School.
- What suburbs are near Broughton?
- Broughton is close to Broughton Village, Broughton Vale, Berry, Toolijooa, Bundewallah.
- What is the population of Broughton?
- The population of Broughton is approximately 85 (2021 Census). The median age is 57.
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Sources cited
Median, growth and rental data from state revenue offices and ABS. Census from ABS 2021. Climate from BoM. Hazard from Geoscience Australia. School data from ACARA. Crime from state police open data. Full methodology →
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