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Cobargo

NSW 2550 • New South Wales

766
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
104.03 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HistoricRuralArts & CultureSapphire CoastCommunity
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About Cobargo

Cobargo is a historic village and locality on the Sapphire Coast of New South Wales, situated approximately 375 km south of Sydney near Bermagui in the Bega Valley Shire. With a population of around 770, it is renowned for its 19th-century heritage streetscape, thriving arts and crafts community, and distinctive folk music scene. The town gained national attention in January 2020 during the Black Summer bushfires, highlighting its close relationship with the surrounding bushland.

Cobargo is beloved for its artisan culture, with the Cobargo Cooperative pottery, craft galleries, folk festival and farmers markets drawing visitors from across the region. Local residents enjoy a relaxed, community-focused lifestyle surrounded by rolling green dairy country and proximity to the Bega Valley's beaches and national parks. The town suits artists, retirees and those seeking a tightly-knit rural community with genuine heritage character.

Cobargo falls under postcode 2550 and is governed by the Bega Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Eden-Monaro, while state elections fall under the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2550
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bega Valley
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.74°, 149.70°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
104.03 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$635K
17 sales · ▲ 78.9% 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 2550

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2550, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,386
Median 2023–24
$47,793
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,453

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2550; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink Coach — Bega / Canberra / Sydney Approx 7–8 hrs to Sydney

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
375 km
By Train
No local rail; NSW TrainLink coach or drive to Bomaderry for South Coast Line
By Bus
NSW TrainLink coach from Bega ~7–8 hrs to Sydney
By Car (Peak)
Approx 4.5–5 hrs via Princes Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 4 hrs

🛣️ Bega (~25 km south) is the main regional service centre; car essential for daily needs.

Walkability Low

Small village where basic shops and the main street are walkable, but most services require a short drive to Bega.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
766
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
106.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.5%
Motor vehicle theft
84.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
311.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
136.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 12.3%
View all 62 offence types for Bega Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cobargo known for? +

Cobargo is beloved for its artisan culture, with the Cobargo Cooperative pottery, craft galleries, folk festival and farmers markets drawing visitors from across the region.

How far is Cobargo from Sydney CBD? +

Cobargo is approximately 375 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately Approx 4.5–5 hrs via Princes Highway in peak hour and Approx 4 hrs off-peak.

Does Cobargo have public transport? +

Bus services include NSW TrainLink Coach, running to Bega / Canberra / Sydney in approximately Approx 7–8 hrs to Sydney.

What is the population of Cobargo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cobargo has a population of 766 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Cobargo a good place to live? +

Cobargo is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Local residents enjoy a relaxed, community-focused lifestyle surrounded by rolling green dairy country and proximity to the Bega Valley's beaches and national parks.

What is the postcode for Cobargo? +

The postcode for Cobargo is 2550. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the median house price in Cobargo? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $635,000, up 78.9% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Cobargo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cobargo is part of the Bega Valley 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.