Valla, New South Wales facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Valla New South Wales
South Valla Beach, 2023
Valla Location in New South Wales
Population	1,455 (2021 census)
Postcode(s)	2448
Location	7 km (4 mi) north of Nambucca Heads 33 km (21 mi) south of Coffs Harbour
LGA(s)	Nambucca Valley Council
State electorate(s)	Oxley
Federal Division(s)	Cowper

Valla is a lovely suburb located in the Nambucca Valley. You can find it on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia. A "suburb" is like a smaller town or community near a bigger city. The name Valla was chosen to sound like a British home. This home belonged to a diplomat named Andrew Buchanan from the 1800s.

Valla's Past: A Quick Look

Valla has a short but interesting history. It started with a Post Office called Deep Creek. This Post Office opened on November 16, 1905. Just one year later, in 1906, its name changed to Valla. The Post Office stayed open for many years before closing in 1942.

Catching Waves at Valla Beach

Valla Beach is a great place for surfing! It has different spots for all kinds of surfers.

South Valla Beach

South Beach usually has waves that are easy to ride. This makes it perfect for beginners. But when the ocean swell gets bigger, it can become exciting for more experienced surfers too.

North Valla Beach

North Valla is known for waves that are better for experienced surfers. It has a long wave that breaks over rocks. Further down the beach, you can find a fast "A-frame" wave. An A-frame wave breaks both left and right, like the letter 'A'. This type of wave is good for all surfers when the ocean is not too big.

Who Lives in Valla?

Valla is home to about 1,455 people, based on the 2021 census. Most people living in Valla were born in Australia (about 80.8%). Also, most residents speak English (about 90.1%).

Where People Come From

While most people are Australian-born, Valla is also home to people from other countries. These include England, New Zealand, Germany, Canada, and Malaysia.

Age of Residents

The people in Valla are generally older than the average age for New South Wales. The "median age" in Valla is 55 years old. The median age is the middle age of all the people living there. For comparison, the average median age for the whole state is 39.

Valla's Work and Services

Valla was once a town focused on logging. This means cutting down trees, especially the valuable red cedar trees. These forests were all around the village.

Modern Industries

Today, some logging still happens in the state forests nearby. But Valla has also grown new industries. These include growing macadamia nuts, which are delicious. Tourism is another big industry. Many people visit Valla to enjoy its beautiful beaches and relaxed atmosphere.

Local Services

The village of Valla has many helpful services for its residents and visitors. You can find a local pub, a pharmacy for medicines, and a real estate agent. There's also a cafe and general store where you can grab a bite or buy everyday items. For younger children, there's a community preschool. If you're visiting, you can stay at the caravan park.

Railway History

Valla also had a railway station a long time ago. It was part of the North Coast railway. The station was open from 1939 to 1974.