Nowra
City in New South Wales, Australia
Overview
Set on the Shoalhaven River and surrounded by rural countryside, Nowra is a laid-back regional town known for its nature, local produce, and proximity to stunning South Coast beaches. With friendly locals and a blend of modern and historic attractions, it's a gateway to outdoor adventures.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
New South Wales
Population
9,956
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-34.88°, 150.60°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
78
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,255
Local Cost
$1,410
Local Income
$2,600
Cashless
90
English
100
Temperature
17.3°C
Summer Avg
21.7°C
Winter Avg
12.4°C
Record High
41.5°C
Record Low
3.6°C
Humidity
72%
Precipitation
990 mm
Internet Speed
117 Mbps
Upload
21 Mbps
Latency
7 ms
City Vibrancy
21
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
1
Parks
17
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
249.0
Airport
NOA
Distance
9 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 8 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 76/100.