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Munderoo

NSW 2653 • New South Wales

58
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
143.12 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMountainAgriculturalCar-Dependent

About Munderoo

Munderoo is a small rural locality in the Snowy Valleys region of New South Wales, situated approximately 520 kilometres south-west of Sydney near the Snowy Mountains foothills. Covering around 143 square kilometres, it recorded a 2021 Census population of 58 residents. The locality falls within the Snowy Valleys Council area, in a region known for its high country grazing, timber production, and proximity to the Snowy Mountains.

Residents rely on nearby towns such as Tumbarumba or Batlow for essential services, shopping, and schooling. The landscape is characterised by undulating hills, mixed grazing properties, and pockets of state forest typical of the western Snowy Mountains foothills. Outdoor activities including bushwalking, fishing in mountain streams, and skiing at nearby Selwyn or Thredbo are accessible from the region. A private vehicle is essential for daily life as there is no public transport.

Munderoo falls under postcode 2653 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Albury electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2653
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Albury
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.78°, 148.04°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
143.12 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach services — Albury / Wagga Wagga Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
520 km
By Train
Drive to Tumbarumba; regional coach to Albury/Wagga; train to Sydney (~7 hr+)
By Car (Peak)
5 hr 30 min - 6 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hr - 5 hr 30 min

🛣️ Snowy Mountains Highway provides main access; Albury is the nearest major centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Remote high country locality; car essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
58
▲ 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 Munderoo known for? +

Munderoo is a quiet rural locality in the Snowy Valleys, known for its high country grazing land and proximity to the Snowy Mountains foothills near the town of Tumbarumba.

How far is Munderoo from Sydney? +

Munderoo is approximately 520 kilometres south-west of Sydney CBD, roughly a 5.5 to 6 hour drive via the Hume Highway and Snowy Mountains Highway.

Does Munderoo have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport in Munderoo. NSW TrainLink coach services operate to nearby Tumbarumba, approximately 20 kilometres away.

What is the population of Munderoo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Munderoo has a population of approximately 58 residents in this Snowy Valleys locality.

Is Munderoo a good place to live? +

Munderoo suits those who appreciate the high country landscape of the Snowy Valleys, with access to mountain outdoor activities and the quiet rural community life of the Tumbarumba district.

What is the postcode for Munderoo? +

The postcode for Munderoo is 2653, covering this rural locality in the Snowy Valleys Council area of New South Wales.