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Gocup

NSW 2720 • New South Wales

153
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
62.64 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietPeaceful
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About Gocup

Gocup is a rural locality in the Snowy Valleys region of New South Wales, situated along Gocup Road approximately 5 kilometres north of Tumut and around 15 kilometres from Gundagai. Covering over 62 square kilometres of grazing and farming land, the locality is home to around 153 residents and sits within the Eden-Monaro electorate. The median household income reflects a working rural demographic typical of the Riverina-adjacent tableland country.

The locality is centred on productive agricultural land, with grazing properties and mixed farming making up much of the landscape. Tumut — a short drive away — provides essential services including supermarkets, schools, medical facilities, and community amenities. Gocup is well-positioned for those who enjoy a tranquil rural lifestyle within reach of both Wagga Wagga (approximately 75 kilometres west) and the Snowy Mountains region to the south-east.

Gocup falls under postcode 2720 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 Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2720
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Snowy Valleys
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.38°, 148.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
62.64 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2720

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2720, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,988
Median 2023–24
$57,659
▲ 20.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$67,797

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2720; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coach services — Tumut / Wagga Wagga 10 min to Tumut

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
330 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest rail at Wagga Wagga
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min – 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr – 3 hr 30 min

🛣️ Olympic Highway to Hume Highway is the main route to Sydney. Wagga Wagga Airport is approx. 75 km west.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Gocup is a rural farming locality with no local shops; all services are accessed by car in nearby Tumut.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
153
▲ 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 Gocup. 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

What is Gocup known for? +

Gocup is a rural locality in the Snowy Valleys known for its grazing properties and farming land, sitting in the fertile country between Tumut and Gundagai. It is a quiet agricultural community close to the Snowy Mountains region.

How far is Gocup from Sydney? +

Gocup is approximately 330 kilometres south-west of Sydney CBD, roughly a 3.5 to 4 hour drive via the Hume Highway and Olympic Highway.

Does Gocup have public transport? +

Gocup has no local public transport. Residents depend on private vehicles for all travel, with Tumut 5 kilometres away offering the nearest services and regional coach connections.

What is the population of Gocup? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gocup has a population of 153 residents across an area of over 62 square kilometres, making it a sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Gocup a good place to live? +

Gocup appeals to those seeking a true rural lifestyle with space, quiet, and scenic tableland country, while remaining a short drive from Tumut's amenities and within reach of the Snowy Mountains for outdoor recreation.

What is the postcode for Gocup? +

The postcode for Gocup is 2720, shared with Tumut and surrounding localities in the Snowy Valleys region of New South Wales.

Is Gocup a safe area? +

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