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Araluen

NSW 2622 • New South Wales

209
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
121.27 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricQuietRiversideCar-Dependent
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About Araluen

Araluen is a historic rural locality in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated approximately 85 kilometres south of Canberra and 25 kilometres south of Braidwood within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council area. The locality occupies a broad alluvial valley covering over 121 square kilometres, with a population of 209 at the 2021 census. Median household income sits at around 3,000 per annum, reflecting the modest rural nature of the area and its small permanent population.

Araluen has a rich gold-mining history dating from the 1850s, and the valley — historically described as broad and covered with natural billabongs and water lilies — retains much of its pastoral and natural charm. Today the locality attracts those drawn to its quiet rural character, scenic valley landscape, and proximity to Braidwood's heritage streetscape and cafes. Araluen Road connects the locality to Moruya on the South Coast, making it a gateway between the tablelands and the coast, though a car is essential for all daily needs.

Araluen falls under postcode 2622 and is governed by the Queanbeyan-Palerang Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hume, while state elections fall under the South Coast electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2622
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Queanbeyan-Palerang
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
South Coast
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.63°, 149.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
121.27 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Araluen for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$950K
5 sales · ▲ 69.6% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2622

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2622, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,913
Median 2023–24
$50,413
▲ 17.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$65,537

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2622; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Canberra / Batemans Bay via Braidwood Braidwood ~25 min by car

Commute to Canberra CBD

Distance
85 km
By Train
No rail service; nearest coach connection via Braidwood
By Car (Peak)
75-95 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
70-80 min

🛣️ Car essential; Kings Highway provides main access to Canberra and the South Coast

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; the nearest services are in Braidwood, approximately 25 kilometres away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
209
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Queanbeyan-Palerang Local Government Area, which contains Araluen. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
154.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.2%
Motor vehicle theft
127.1 / 100k
2yr Down 10.5% 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
279.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
215.4 / 100k
2yr Down 4.6% 10yr Down 9.1%
View all 62 offence types for Queanbeyan-Palerang →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Araluen known for? +

Araluen is known for its rich gold-mining history from the 1850s and its beautiful broad alluvial valley setting. The locality was once a significant goldfield, and the Araluen Valley remains a scenic and historically significant area in the NSW Southern Tablelands.

How far is Araluen from Canberra? +

Araluen is approximately 85 kilometres south of Canberra CBD, typically around a 75–90 minute drive via Braidwood and the Kings Highway.

Does Araluen have public transport? +

Araluen has very limited public transport. There is no rail service; the nearest regional coach connections are via Braidwood, approximately 25 kilometres away. A private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Araluen? +

According to the 2021 Census, Araluen had a population of 209 residents across a large rural area of approximately 121 square kilometres.

Is Araluen a good place to live? +

Araluen offers a peaceful, historic rural lifestyle in a beautiful valley setting, suitable for those who value seclusion and natural beauty. It is best suited to self-sufficient residents comfortable with car-dependent living, with Braidwood nearby for essential services and community life.

What is the postcode for Araluen? +

The postcode for Araluen is 2622.

What is the median house price in Araluen? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $950,000, up 69.6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Araluen a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Araluen is part of the Queanbeyan-Palerang LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.