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Perisher Valley

NSW 2624 • New South Wales

99
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.09 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RemoteTourist HubBushlandResort Town
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About Perisher Valley

Perisher Valley is an alpine locality nestled within Kosciuszko National Park in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, approximately 30 kilometres west of Jindabyne. With a permanent population of just 99 residents according to the 2021 Census, the locality swells to thousands of visitors during the winter ski season. Situated at around 1,720 metres above sea level across 6.1 square kilometres, Perisher Valley is the base village of Perisher Ski Resort — the largest ski resort in the Southern Hemisphere.

Perisher Valley is synonymous with snow sports in Australia, offering extensive ski and snowboard terrain across four interconnected resort areas: Perisher Valley, Smiggin Holes, Guthega, and Blue Cow. Access during winter is primarily via the Skitube alpine railway from Bullocks Flat, a unique rack-rail train that travels through a 6.3-kilometre tunnel under the Ramshead Range. Outside the ski season, the area attracts bushwalkers, mountain bikers, and nature enthusiasts drawn to the pristine alpine environment and wildflower displays of Kosciuszko National Park.

Perisher Valley falls under postcode 2624 and is governed by the Snowy Monaro 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
2624
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Snowy Monaro
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.18°, 148.44°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.09 km²
Population Density
16 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Perisher Valley Skitube Station
0.2 km
3 min

Bus Services

  • Snowy Mountains Bus Service — Jindabyne 30-40 min
  • Greyhound Snow Express — Sydney / Canberra (seasonal) 6 hrs (Sydney), 3 hrs (Canberra)

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
390 km
By Train
No direct train service; Skitube connects to Bullocks Flat only
By Car (Peak)
5-6 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4.5-5 hrs

🛣️ Access via Kosciuszko Road from Jindabyne; chains may be required in winter. Nearest major town is Jindabyne (30 km). Canberra is approximately 200 km away.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote alpine resort with no permanent shops or services; all supplies must be brought in or sourced from Jindabyne

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
99
▲ 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 Monaro Local Government Area, which contains Perisher Valley. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
125.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
89.7 / 100k
2yr Down 16.7% 10yr —
Non-DV assault
287.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
4.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
125.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Snowy Monaro →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Perisher Valley known for? +

Perisher Valley is best known as the base village of Perisher Ski Resort, the largest ski resort in the Southern Hemisphere. It offers extensive ski and snowboard terrain across four interconnected areas within Kosciuszko National Park, and is accessible via the unique Skitube alpine railway.

How far is Perisher Valley from Sydney? +

Perisher Valley is approximately 390 kilometres south-west of Sydney CBD, roughly a 5 to 6 hour drive via the Hume and Monaro highways through Cooma and Jindabyne.

Does Perisher Valley have public transport? +

During the winter ski season, the Skitube alpine railway runs from Bullocks Flat (near Jindabyne) to Perisher Valley in about 10 minutes. Seasonal bus services also operate from Jindabyne and Cooma. Outside winter, there is no regular public transport.

What is the population of Perisher Valley? +

According to the 2021 Census, Perisher Valley has a permanent population of 99 residents. However, the area hosts thousands of visitors during the winter ski season from June to October.

Is Perisher Valley a good place to live? +

Perisher Valley suits those who thrive in a remote alpine environment and are passionate about snow sports or national park conservation work. The permanent population is very small and services are limited, so most residents have strong ties to the ski industry or park management.

What is the postcode for Perisher Valley? +

The postcode for Perisher Valley, New South Wales is 2624.

Is Perisher Valley a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Perisher Valley is part of the Snowy Monaro 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.