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The Brothers

NSW 2630 • New South Wales

30
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
119.52 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAlpineHigh CountryLow DensitySnowy Mountains
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About The Brothers

The Brothers is a small rural locality in the Snowy Monaro region of southern New South Wales, falling within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council local government area. Located in the broad tablelands south of Cooma, the area sits at high elevation within Australia's alpine hinterland and shares postcode 2630 with Cooma and surrounding localities. The landscape is characterised by open grassy plains, granite outcrops and the cold, clear-aired character of the Monaro high country.

The locality has no township of its own; residents rely on the nearby regional centre of Cooma for all services including schools, medical facilities and shopping. The area appeals to farmers, rural landholders and those seeking a quiet highland lifestyle close to the Snowy Mountains ski resorts. Jindabyne and Thredbo are within an hour's drive, making the Monaro tablelands an attractive year-round destination for both permanent residents and visitors.

The Brothers falls under postcode 2630 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
2630
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Snowy Monaro
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.18°, 149.13°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
119.52 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2630

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2630, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,883
Median 2023–24
$59,250
▲ 29.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,237

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2630; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach (connecting service) — Cooma / Canberra Approx 20 min to Cooma

Commute to Canberra CBD

Distance
115 km
By Bus
NSW TrainLink coach via Cooma, approx 2 hrs
By Car (Peak)
Approx 1 hr 30 min via Monaro Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Cooma (~15 km) is the nearest service centre. Canberra is the closest major city via the Monaro Highway.

Walkability Car Dependent

A remote rural locality with no pedestrian infrastructure. A private vehicle is essential for accessing services in Cooma or beyond.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
30
▲ 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 The Brothers. 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 The Brothers known for? +

The Brothers is a small rural locality in the Snowy Monaro region of southern New South Wales, falling within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council local government area.

How far is The Brothers from Canberra CBD? +

The Brothers is approximately 115 kilometres from Canberra CBD. The drive takes around Approx 1 hr 30 min via Monaro Highway during peak hour and Approx 1 hr 20 min off-peak.

Does The Brothers have public transport? +

The Brothers is served by bus routes (NSW TrainLink coach (connecting service)) connecting to Cooma / Canberra with a travel time of approximately Approx 20 min to Cooma. There is no train or metro station in the suburb.

What is the population of The Brothers? +

According to the 2021 Census, The Brothers has a population of approximately 30 residents. It is one of the smaller localities in NSW.

Is The Brothers a good place to live? +

The Brothers suits those seeking a very quiet rural or remote lifestyle with minimal neighbours and close proximity to natural landscapes. Amenities are extremely limited locally, and a car is essential for all daily needs.

What is the postcode for The Brothers? +

The postcode for The Brothers in NSW is 2630.

Is The Brothers a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. The Brothers 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.