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Shannons Flat

NSW 2630 • New South Wales

87
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
209.27 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteHigh PlainsAgriculturalQuiet

About Shannons Flat

Shannons Flat is a remote rural locality on the Monaro high plains of New South Wales, situated approximately 40 kilometres north-west of Cooma and around 70 kilometres south of Canberra. It falls within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area and covers a substantial 209 square kilometres of subalpine pastoral land lying at around 1,000 metres above sea level. With a 2021 Census population of 87 residents, the community is small and dispersed, with properties primarily engaged in sheep and cattle grazing.

Shannons Flat sits on the edge of the southern Namadgi National Park (ACT) and is flanked by Alum Creek and Jones Creek, which drain southward into the Murrumbidgee River. The locality is accessible via Bobeyan Road from Tharwa on Canberra's southern fringe, providing a scenic back-road link to the nation's capital. Mt Roberts (1,450 metres) rises nearby, offering sweeping views across the Monaro plateau. Farming families and those seeking a genuinely remote high-country lifestyle are drawn to the area, and a small community hall — built in 1946 — continues to serve as a social gathering point for local residents.

Shannons Flat 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
209.27 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • School bus service to Cooma — Cooma Approx. 45-60 min

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
70 km
By Train
No rail service; drive to Canberra approx. 1.5-2 hours via Bobeyan Road and Tharwa
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 1.5-2 hours to Canberra CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 1.5 hours to Canberra CBD

🛣️ Road to Canberra via Bobeyan Road/Tharwa is unsealed in parts; Cooma is approx. 40 km via Shannons Flat Road

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential; the locality has no commercial services and roads to the nearest towns are partly unsealed

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
87
▲ 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 Shannons Flat known for? +

Shannons Flat is known for its expansive Monaro high-plains landscape, subalpine pastoral farming, and its proximity to the southern edge of Namadgi National Park in the ACT. Mt Roberts (1,450 metres) provides sweeping views across the plateau, and the locality's historic community hall has served the farming community since 1946.

How far is Shannons Flat from Cooma? +

Shannons Flat is approximately 40 kilometres north-west of Cooma, the nearest service town. The drive takes roughly 40–50 minutes via Shannons Flat Road, which is partly unsealed.

Does Shannons Flat have public transport? +

Shannons Flat has no regular public transport. A school bus service operates to Cooma for students, but there is no rail or commercial bus service. A private vehicle is essential for all adult residents.

What is the population of Shannons Flat? +

According to the 2021 Census, Shannons Flat has a population of 87 residents across approximately 29 dwellings. The locality covers 209 square kilometres of high-country pastoral land.

Is Shannons Flat a good place to live? +

Shannons Flat appeals to those seeking a remote high-country lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty and wide-open pastoral land. It suits farming families and outdoor enthusiasts comfortable with long drives to Cooma or Canberra for services and supplies.

What is the postcode for Shannons Flat? +

The postcode for Shannons Flat, NSW is 2630, which is shared with Cooma and the surrounding Snowy Monaro region.