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Coopers Gully

NSW 2550 • New South Wales

172
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16.13 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietBega Valley

About Coopers Gully

Coopers Gully is a small rural locality in the Bega Valley region of far south-eastern New South Wales, situated within the Bega Valley Shire Council area approximately 15 kilometres north-west of Bega. With a population of 172 residents across around 16 square kilometres, it is a compact but sparsely settled locality surrounded by the rolling hills and bush characteristic of the Monaro foothills country. The median income for the broader postcode suggests a predominantly working and mixed-income community.

The locality sits within the broader Bega Valley, which is well regarded for its dairy farming heritage, coastal proximity, and natural beauty. Bega, the nearest major centre, provides access to supermarkets, schools, Bega District Hospital, and bus connections along the Sapphire Coast. Coopers Gully has a quiet, semi-rural character that suits small acreage living, hobby farming, and those seeking an unhurried lifestyle within a short drive of the services and coastline of the South Coast of NSW.

Coopers Gully falls under postcode 2550 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Sapphire Coast Coaches / NSW TrainLink coach — Bega and Canberra / Sydney Approx 15 min to Bega; 3-4 hrs to Canberra

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
390 km
By Train
No direct train; NSW TrainLink regional coach connects Bega to Sydney via Canberra
By Car (Peak)
5-6 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4.5-5 hrs

🛣️ Closest city is Canberra (~200 km via Snowy Mountains Highway or Princes Highway north); Bega 15 km is the primary service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A private vehicle is essential; no walkable services within Coopers Gully itself, with Bega the nearest service town

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
172
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Coopers Gully known for? +

Coopers Gully is known as a quiet semi-rural locality nestled in the hills of the Bega Valley, offering a peaceful small-acreage lifestyle within easy reach of the Bega Valley's dairy farming country and the broader South Coast of NSW.

How far is Coopers Gully from Bega? +

Coopers Gully is approximately 15 kilometres north-west of Bega, a drive of around 15 to 20 minutes along local roads.

Does Coopers Gully have public transport? +

Coopers Gully has no rail service; the nearest bus connections are accessible via Bega, which is served by Sapphire Coast Coaches and NSW TrainLink regional coach services to Canberra and Sydney. A car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Coopers Gully? +

According to the 2021 Census, Coopers Gully has a population of 172 residents, making it one of the smaller localities in the Bega Valley Shire.

Is Coopers Gully a good place to live? +

Coopers Gully suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Bega Valley, with the amenities of Bega close at hand and the South Coast's beaches and national parks within easy reach. It is well suited to small acreage living and those wanting to escape city pace.

What is the postcode for Coopers Gully? +

The postcode for Coopers Gully, NSW is 2550.