Sanctuary Point, New South Wales — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Sanctuary Point, in the Shoalhaven City Council local government area.
| Locality | Sanctuary Point |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Shoalhaven City Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -35.10282 |
| Longitude | 150.62713 |
| Population | 7,020 |
| Density | 1181.8 /km² |
| Area | 5.9 km² |
| Elevation | 18 m |
| Postcode | 2540 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 147 km south-southwest |
Sanctuary Point is a locality in the Shoalhaven City Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 7,020. The locality covers an area of 5.9 km², giving a population density of about 1181.8 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 18 m above sea level. It lies approximately 147 km south-southwest of Sydney. Sanctuary Point is located at 35.1028°S, 150.6271°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2540. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Sanctuary Point unfolds as a serene peninsula where the calm, brackish waters of St Georges Basin meet the expansive blue of Jervis Bay. It lies 78.8 km south-south-west of Wollongong, NSW (from Wollongong, NSW: bearing 198°T), and is situated 7.1 km north-east of Sussex Inlet. Low-slung homes, often softened by the salt-kissed air and the shade of mature gum trees, are scattered across a landscape of gentle slopes and sandy tracks. The air here carries a distinct scent of salt and damp earth, a perpetual reminder of the surrounding waterways, and in the late afternoon, the light often takes on a molten gold quality, pooling on the water and catching the edges of the coastal scrub. The character of Sanctuary Point is one of quiet domestication, a place where the wildness of the coast is tamed by the comfort of domesticity, yet still whispers from the rustling leaves and the distant cries of seabirds.
The history of Sanctuary Point is interwoven with the traditional custodians and the subsequent European settlement that sought to harness the rich resources of this coastal fringe. Early industries were tied to the abundant marine life of the basin and bay, with fishing providing sustenance and a modest livelihood for generations. Later, the land was cleared for grazing and small-scale farming, though the proximity to the water always remained a defining influence on the local economy. Today, tourism plays a significant role, drawing visitors to the tranquil shores and offering a glimpse into the relaxed pace of life that has become a hallmark of Sanctuary Point. The area boasts numerous parks and recreational reserves, testament to a community that cherishes its natural beauty and the opportunity to engage with it.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Sanctuary Point, New South Wales with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Sanctuary Point, in the Shoalhaven City Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Sanctuary Point includes the postcode (2540), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Shoalhaven City Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Inner Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Sanctuary Point is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |