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Queanbeyan

NSW 2620 • Rest of NSW

6,409
Population (2021)
$52,520
Median Income
2.80 km²
Area
581m
Elevation

About Queanbeyan

Queanbeyan is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional (Area) area. With a population of 6,409 and a median income of $52,520, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.80 km² at an elevation of 581m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 581m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Queanbeyan offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Queanbeyan falls under postcode 2620 and is governed by Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2620
Urban Area
Queanbeyan
LGA
Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional
Federal Electorate
Eden-monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.35°, 149.23°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
2.80 km²
Elevation
581m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Riverside Plaza Shopping Centre Cnr Monaro Street & Collett Street Queanbeyan 2620 NSW
  • Woolworths
    Cnr Crawford & Antill Street Queanbeyan 2620 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 9 heritage-listed places in or near Queanbeyan, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Mill and Millhouse
Morrisett Street, Queanbeyan • SHR #00363
Queanbeyan Railway Station group
Henderson Road, Queanbeyan • SHR #01226
Christ Church Anglican Group
Rutledge Street, Queanbeyan • SHR #00043
Hibernia Lodge
69 Collett Street Queanbeyan • SHR #00514
Queanbeyan rail bridges over Queanbeyan and Burbong Rivers
NULL • SHR #01052
Old Queanbeyan Hospital - Rusten House
Antill Street, Queanbeyan • SHR #00552
Kawaree
3 Tharwa Road Queanbeyan • SHR #00365
Queanbeyan Showground
Farrer Place • SHR #01890
St Stephen's Presbyterian church and manse
2 Morriset Street, Queanbeyan • SHR #02018

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$340
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,668
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,237
Census 2021
6,409
▲ 2.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$43,108
Income 2021
$52,520
▲ 21.8% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,413
Born Overseas 1,632

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 249
  • 2. Nepal 171
  • 3. England 130
  • 4. Philippines 127
  • 5. New Zealand 105
  • 6. North Macedonia 86
  • 7. Pakistan 59
  • 8. Bangladesh 41
  • 9. Greece 40
  • 10. Italy 39
  • 11. Germany 35
  • 12. China 33
  • 13. Indonesia 27
  • 14. Scotland 27
  • 15. South Korea 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 2,057
English 2,026
Irish 756
Scottish 599
German 291
Indian 193
Macedonian 191
Australian Aboriginal 183
Italian 176
Filipino 151

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,200
Both parents born in Australia
2,091
Both parents born overseas
728
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
43.6%
No Religion
37.1%
Hinduism
4.8%
Islam
2.9%
Sikhism
2.2%
Buddhism
1.6%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
358 (5.6%)
5-14 years
567 (8.8%)
15-19 years
246 (3.8%)
20-24 years
369 (5.8%)
25-34 years
1,263 (19.7%)
35-44 years
922 (14.4%)
45-54 years
774 (12.1%)
55-64 years
768 (12.0%)
65-74 years
531 (8.3%)
75-84 years
358 (5.6%)
85+ years
256 (4.0%)

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