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Hoskinstown

NSW 2621 • New South Wales

191
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
81.18 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAffordable
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About Hoskinstown

Hoskinstown is a small rural locality in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated approximately 38 kilometres east-south-east of Canberra within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council area. Sitting at an elevation of around 761 metres, the locality covers roughly 82 square kilometres of rolling farmland and open grassland. With a population of just 191 people at the 2021 Census, Hoskinstown is one of the quieter communities near the national capital, retaining a distinctly rural character that has changed little over generations.

Named after John Hosking — a prominent 19th-century Sydney merchant and the first elected Mayor of Sydney — Hoskinstown offers residents an unhurried lifestyle surrounded by scenic countryside and wide-open skies. The surrounding district is predominantly used for grazing and agriculture, attracting landowners and hobby farmers who value privacy and space. Proximity to Bungendore and Queanbeyan means that essential services, shops, and schools are within a comfortable drive, while Canberra's amenities are accessible within about 45 minutes.

Hoskinstown falls under postcode 2621 and is governed by the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council 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
2621
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.47°, 149.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
81.18 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2621

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2621, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$67,486
Median 2023–24
$81,892
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$98,709

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2621; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Canberra CBD

Distance
38 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
50-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40 min

🛣️ Car is the primary mode of transport. Nearest train is Bungendore (approx 15 km away) with limited services.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Very limited footpaths; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
191
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Hoskinstown located? +

Hoskinstown is a rural locality in the Southern Tablelands of NSW, about 38 km east-south-east of Canberra and 26 km east of Queanbeyan.

What LGA is Hoskinstown in? +

Hoskinstown falls within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council local government area.

What is the population of Hoskinstown? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hoskinstown had a population of 191 people.

Is there public transport in Hoskinstown? +

There is no regular public transport in Hoskinstown. Residents rely on private vehicles for daily travel, with Canberra accessible in about 40–50 minutes by car.

What is Hoskinstown named after? +

Hoskinstown was named after John Hosking (1805–1882), a Sydney merchant who became the first elected Mayor of Sydney and owned the nearby Foxlow pastoral station.