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Coolangubra

NSW 2550 • New South Wales

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Population (2021)
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Median Personal Income
135.68 km²
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Median Rent
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About Coolangubra

Coolangubra is an uninhabited locality in the Bega Valley Shire of southern New South Wales, nestled in the rugged ranges approximately 60 kilometres north-west of Bega and close to the South East Forest National Park. Covering around 136 square kilometres, the area is almost entirely public land comprising Coolangubra State Forest and adjacent national park, with no recorded permanent residents. The landscape features tall eucalypt forests, native pine plantations, and the headwaters of several rivers draining to the south coast.

Coolangubra is significant for forestry and conservation rather than residential settlement, with Coolangubra State Forest managed by the Forestry Corporation of NSW for both timber production and biodiversity values. The South East Forest National Park, which abuts the locality, protects extensive stands of old-growth forest and supports a rich array of native wildlife including threatened species. Bushwalkers, naturalists, and four-wheel-drive enthusiasts occasionally venture into the area via unsealed forest roads accessed from Bombala or the Monaro Tablelands.

Coolangubra 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
135.68 km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 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

Commute to Bega CBD

Distance
60 km
By Train
No rail service
By Car (Peak)
75-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
70-80 min

🛣️ Accessed via unsealed forest roads; 4WD recommended

Walkability Car-Dependent

Uninhabited forestry/national park locality; no infrastructure or transport services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
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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 Coolangubra. 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 Coolangubra NSW? +

Coolangubra is an uninhabited locality in the Bega Valley Shire of NSW, comprising Coolangubra State Forest and land adjacent to the South East Forest National Park. It is managed primarily for forestry and conservation purposes.

Where is Coolangubra located? +

Coolangubra is located in the ranges approximately 60 kilometres north-west of Bega in southern NSW, close to the South East Forest National Park and not far from the Monaro Tablelands.

Can you visit Coolangubra State Forest? +

Yes, Coolangubra State Forest is accessible via unsealed forest roads and offers opportunities for bushwalking, nature observation, and four-wheel-drive touring, though a 4WD vehicle is recommended due to the rough terrain.

Is Coolangubra a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Coolangubra 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.