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Carwoola

NSW 2620 • Rest of NSW

1,602
Population (2021)
$166,660
Median Household Income
84.41 km²
Area
$450/wk
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralPeacefulLifestyleCommuter Belt

About Carwoola

Carwoola is a rural locality on the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, located approximately 25 kilometres east of Canberra within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council area. Sitting at an elevation of 819 metres across 84 square kilometres of grazed and wooded countryside, Carwoola is characterised by large rural properties, hobby farms, and a small permanent resident population of 1,602. The median household income of $62,839 is above the regional average, reflecting that many residents are professionals commuting to Canberra or Queanbeyan for work while enjoying a rural lifestyle.

Carwoola offers a peaceful semi-rural environment with expansive views, bushland, and the quiet character of the Southern Tablelands. The nearby town of Bungendore, approximately 10 kilometres away, provides local shops, a school, and community services, while Queanbeyan (around 20 kilometres west) offers a broader range of amenities. Canberra's employment and cultural resources are accessible by car in approximately 30–40 minutes, making Carwoola an appealing lifestyle destination for those who want rural space without sacrificing access to the capital.

Carwoola falls under postcode 2620 and is governed by Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2620
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional
Federal Electorate
Eden-monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.38°, 149.32°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
84.41 km²
Elevation
819m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.63M
13 sales · ▲ 5.2% 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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$450
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,839
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
44 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — N/A N/A

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
25 km
By Train
No direct train service; Queanbeyan station approx. 20km west
By Car (Peak)
30–45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25–35 min

🛣️ Car is essential; Kings Highway connects east to Bungendore and west toward Queanbeyan/Canberra

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Carwoola is a large rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Local Government Area, which contains Carwoola. 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 Regional →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,428
Census 2021
1,602
▲ 12.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$56,160
Personal Income 2021
$66,716
▲ 18.8% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$66,716 / yr
$1283/wk
Household
$166,660 / yr
$3205/wk
Family
$166,972 / yr
$3211/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,295
Born Overseas 212

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 62
  • 2. New Zealand 16
  • 3. Germany 12
  • 4. United States 11
  • 5. Italy 8
  • 6. Poland 7
  • 7. Croatia 5
  • 8. Thailand 5
  • 9. China 4
  • 10. India 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 669
English 604
Irish 215
Scottish 187
Italian 73
German 66
Australian Aboriginal 47
Dutch 31
Croatian 26
Macedonian 25

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

996
Both parents born in Australia
292
Both parents born overseas
208
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.7%
No Religion
39.1%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.2%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
80 (5.0%)
5-14 years
198 (12.4%)
15-19 years
94 (5.9%)
20-24 years
87 (5.4%)
25-34 years
162 (10.1%)
35-44 years
177 (11.0%)
45-54 years
246 (15.4%)
55-64 years
287 (17.9%)
65-74 years
201 (12.5%)
75-84 years
57 (3.6%)
85+ years
9 (0.6%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carwoola known for? +

Carwoola is known as a quiet rural lifestyle destination on the NSW Southern Tablelands, popular with professionals and families seeking acreage living within an easy commute of Canberra and Queanbeyan.

How far is Carwoola from Canberra? +

Carwoola is approximately 25 kilometres east of the Canberra CBD, a drive of around 30–45 minutes depending on traffic and which route is taken through Queanbeyan.

Does Carwoola have public transport? +

Carwoola has no public bus or rail services. A car is essential for all travel, including accessing nearby Bungendore (10km) or Queanbeyan (20km) for shops and services.

What is the population of Carwoola? +

According to the 2021 Census, Carwoola has a population of 1,602 residents, spread across a large rural area of approximately 84 square kilometres — an average density of about 19 people per square kilometre.

Is Carwoola a good place to live? +

Carwoola suits those seeking a rural lifestyle with acreage, quiet surroundings, and natural beauty while remaining within commuting range of Canberra. It offers above-average household incomes and a stable, community-minded population, though amenities are minimal locally.

What is the postcode for Carwoola? +

The postcode for Carwoola is 2620, shared with Queanbeyan and surrounding localities in the southern NSW tablelands region east of Canberra.

What is the average income in Carwoola? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Carwoola is about $1,283 per week (around $66,700 per year). The median household income is $3,205 per week and the median family income is $3,211 per week.

What is the median house price in Carwoola? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,630,000, up 5.2% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Carwoola? +

The median age in Carwoola is 44. The largest age group is 55–64 (287 residents, around 18%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 17% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Carwoola a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Carwoola is part of the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional 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.

How much is rent in Carwoola? +

In Carwoola, the median weekly rent is $450, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,839 (2021 Census).