Braidwood

NSW 2622 • Rest of NSW

1,720
Population (2021)
$40,352
Median Income
234.62 km²
Area
687m
Elevation

About Braidwood

Braidwood is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional (Area) area. With a population of 1,720 and a median income of $40,352, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 234.62 km² at an elevation of 687m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 687m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Braidwood offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Braidwood falls under postcode 2622 and is governed by Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2622
Urban Area
Snowy - Monaro
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.43°, 149.81°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
234.62 km²
Elevation
687m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 10 heritage-listed places in or near Braidwood, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

119 Wallace Street, Braidwood • SHR #00304
Monkitee Street, Braidwood • SHR #00017
Mayfield Road, Larbert • SHR #01357
Charleyong Road, Mayfield • SHR #01374
Wallace Street, Braidwood • SHR #00434
Wallace Street, Braidwood • SHR #00149
Various, Braidwood • SHR #01749
(not given), Mongarlowe • SHR #00288
Mayfield Road, Lower Boro • SHR #01365
Monga • SHR #02074

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$345
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,700
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
50 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,651
Census 2021
1,720
4.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$31,460
Income 2021
$40,352
28.3% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,342
Born Overseas 211

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 72
  • 2. New Zealand 17
  • 3. France 10
  • 4. Scotland 10
  • 5. Philippines 8
  • 6. United States 8
  • 7. Wales 7
  • 8. Canada 6
  • 9. South Africa 6
  • 10. Thailand 6
  • 11. India 5
  • 12. China 4
  • 13. Germany 3
  • 14. Indonesia 3
  • 15. Netherlands 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 751
Australian 668
Irish 297
Scottish 240
German 68
Australian Aboriginal 27
Dutch 27
Italian 27
French 24
Welsh 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,083
Both parents born in Australia
259
Both parents born overseas
211
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
46.0%
No Religion
40.8%
Buddhism
0.7%
Judaism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
83 (4.8%)
5-14 years
191 (11.1%)
15-19 years
69 (4.0%)
20-24 years
63 (3.7%)
25-34 years
163 (9.5%)
35-44 years
183 (10.6%)
45-54 years
216 (12.6%)
55-64 years
248 (14.4%)
65-74 years
243 (14.1%)
75-84 years
212 (12.3%)
85+ years
56 (3.3%)

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