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Cooleman

NSW 2611 • New South Wales

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Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
65.81 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Cooleman

Cooleman is a small rural locality in the southern tablelands of New South Wales, situated near the ACT border and the Brindabella Ranges at the western fringe of postcode 2611. The area is remote and sparsely populated, consisting primarily of grazing properties and conservation land within close proximity to the Kosciuszko National Park buffer zone. The rugged Brindabella Mountains dominate the western skyline, lending the locality a dramatic alpine fringe character.

Life in Cooleman revolves around rural and agricultural activities, with residents typically managing large cattle and sheep properties amid eucalyptus woodland and open grassland. The nearest services and amenities are accessed via Canberra's western suburbs, particularly Weston Creek and Stromlo, approximately 40–50 minutes by car. The area appeals to those seeking remote rural living with a connection to the natural environment, and is popular with bushwalkers and horse riders exploring the Brindabella foothills.

Cooleman falls under postcode 2611 and is governed by the Snowy Valleys Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Eden-Monaro, while state elections fall under the Murrumbidgee electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2611
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Snowy Valleys
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Murrumbidgee
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.63°, 148.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
65.81 km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2611

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2611, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$68,112
Median 2023–24
$82,176
▲ 20.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$93,628

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2611; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
55 km
By Train
No train or light rail service
By Car (Peak)
55-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45-55 min

🛣️ Car essential; accessed via Brindabella Road through the Tidbinbilla Valley

Walkability Car-Dependent

Extremely remote rural locality; no public transport, footpaths or local 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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▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
200.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 11.5%
Motor vehicle theft
173.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
367.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
347.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.0%
View all 62 offence types for Snowy Valleys →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Cooleman NSW located? +

Cooleman is a small rural locality in southern NSW near the ACT border and the Brindabella Ranges, accessed via Brindabella Road west of Canberra.

What is Cooleman like to live in? +

Cooleman is a remote rural locality suited to those seeking large properties, agricultural land, and close proximity to the Brindabella Mountains and Kosciuszko National Park's northern fringe.

How far is Cooleman from Canberra? +

Cooleman is approximately 55 kilometres from Canberra's city centre, roughly a 50–60 minute drive via Brindabella Road.

Is Cooleman a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cooleman is part of the Snowy Valleys 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.