Queanbeyan West

NSW 2620 • Rest of NSW

3,146
Population (2021)
$57,200
Median Income
2.86 km²
Area
613m
Elevation

About Queanbeyan West

Queanbeyan West is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional (Area) area. With a population of 3,146 and a median income of $57,200, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 2.86 km² at an elevation of 613m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 613m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Queanbeyan West offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

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

📍 Location

Postcode
2620
Urban Area
Queanbeyan
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.36°, 149.21°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
2.86 km²
Elevation
613m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,136
Census 2021
3,146
0.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$46,020
Income 2021
$57,200
24.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,433
Born Overseas 516

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 53
  • 2. Philippines 51
  • 3. England 50
  • 4. North Macedonia 40
  • 5. India 28
  • 6. Nepal 22
  • 7. Croatia 18
  • 8. China 14
  • 9. Italy 12
  • 10. Scotland 12
  • 11. South Africa 12
  • 12. Germany 9
  • 13. Malaysia 7
  • 14. Pakistan 7
  • 15. Thailand 7

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,204
English 1,094
Irish 358
Scottish 317
Australian Aboriginal 165
Italian 144
German 118
Macedonian 77
Filipino 63
Dutch 48

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,861
Both parents born in Australia
703
Both parents born overseas
386
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.5%
No Religion
38.3%
Hinduism
1.4%
Buddhism
1.0%
Islam
0.8%
Sikhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
246 (7.8%)
5-14 years
377 (12.0%)
15-19 years
160 (5.1%)
20-24 years
185 (5.9%)
25-34 years
548 (17.4%)
35-44 years
431 (13.7%)
45-54 years
423 (13.4%)
55-64 years
425 (13.5%)
65-74 years
233 (7.4%)
75-84 years
89 (2.8%)
85+ years
26 (0.8%)

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