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Jerangle

NSW 2630 • New South Wales

90
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
359.51 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMountainRemotePastoral

About Jerangle

Jerangle is a remote rural locality in the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area of New South Wales, situated approximately 112 kilometres south-east of Canberra and 366 kilometres south of Sydney, in the elevated Monaro tablelands. Covering an extensive 360 square kilometres at an altitude of around 1,120 metres above sea level, the locality had a population of 90 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its character as a thinly settled high-country farming district. The area falls under the state electorate of Monaro and is part of the broader southern highlands landscape of cold-climate valleys and timbered ridges.

The Jerangle locality is characterised by sweeping cold-climate valleys used primarily for sheep and beef cattle grazing, interspersed with densely forested ridges rising toward the Tinderry Mountains, which reach an elevation of 1,408 metres and form part of the Tinderry Nature Reserve. The rugged beauty of the area makes it a destination for bushwalkers and nature lovers, and the Tinderry Mountains offer spectacular scenery relatively accessible from Canberra. Residents rely on the nearby towns of Cooma (approximately 50 kilometres south) and Canberra for major services. Winters can bring heavy snowfall at higher elevations, and some local roads may be impassable during severe weather.

Jerangle falls under postcode 2630 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2630
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.18°, 149.13°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
359.51 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink / Greyhound (limited regional coaches) — Cooma / Canberra No regular service to Jerangle itself; nearest coach connection is Cooma (approx. 50 km south)

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
112 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 1 hr 30 min – 2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Access via Jerangle Road and Cooma Road; roads may be closed or hazardous in winter due to snow and ice at high elevations

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Jerangle is an isolated high-country farming locality — a car is essential for all daily needs, with Cooma and Canberra the nearest service centres

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
90
▲ 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 Jerangle known for? +

Jerangle is known for its dramatic high-country landscape on the Monaro tablelands, with cold-climate valleys used for sheep and beef cattle grazing and forested ridges rising to the Tinderry Mountains. The area attracts bushwalkers and nature enthusiasts drawn to the Tinderry Nature Reserve and its rugged scenery.

How far is Jerangle from Canberra? +

Jerangle is approximately 112 kilometres south-east of Canberra's CBD (Civic), making it around a 1.5 to 2-hour drive via Jerangle Road and the Kings Highway or Cooma Road depending on the route.

Does Jerangle have public transport? +

Jerangle has no regular public transport of its own. The nearest coach connection point is Cooma, approximately 50 kilometres to the south, where NSW TrainLink and regional coach services are available. A car is essential for living in Jerangle.

What is the population of Jerangle? +

According to the 2021 Census, Jerangle has a population of 90 residents, making it one of the more sparsely populated localities in the Snowy Monaro region across its large 360-square-kilometre area.

Is Jerangle a good place to live? +

Jerangle suits those who relish a remote, self-sufficient high-country lifestyle with spectacular natural surroundings. The elevation brings cold winters with occasional snow, and roads can be hazardous in severe weather. Cooma and Canberra provide the nearest access to comprehensive services.

What is the postcode for Jerangle? +

The postcode for Jerangle, New South Wales is 2630.