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Wambrook

NSW 2630 • New South Wales

48
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
82.05 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAffordable
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About Wambrook

Wambrook is a rural locality covering 82.0 square kilometres located in New South Wales approximately 35 kilometres from Cooma and around 440 kilometres from Sydney. With a population of just 48 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, Wambrook is one of the smaller rural localities in the region, characterised by open farmland and sparse settlement. The locality's locality classification reflects its largely agricultural or natural land use, with properties typically comprising broad-acre farms, grazing land, or bushland holdings.

The surrounding New South Wales countryside offers the quiet rhythms of rural life, with residents relying on Cooma for shopping, schools, medical services, and community facilities. Like many small localities across regional New South Wales, Wambrook is part of a broader agricultural community where farming families have worked the land for generations. Those drawn to Wambrook value the open space, privacy, and connection to the land that rural living provides.

Wambrook 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
82.05 km²
Population Density
1 /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

  • No scheduled services — Cooma Approx 26 min by car

Commute to Sydney

Distance
440 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
4-6 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
3-5 hours

🛣️ Car is essential; nearest town is Cooma approximately 35 km away

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all errands; no footpaths or local shops exist in this rural locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
48
▲ 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 Wambrook. 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 Wambrook known for? +

Wambrook is a small rural locality in New South Wales, best known for its agricultural land and open country character. Like many small localities in the region, it is home to broad-acre farms and grazing properties, and forms part of the rural fabric surrounding Cooma.

How far is Wambrook from Sydney? +

Wambrook is approximately 440 kilometres from Sydney, making it a drive of roughly 5 to 6 hours depending on your route and conditions.

Does Wambrook have public transport? +

Wambrook has no regular public transport services. There is no rail service in the area, and scheduled bus services are not available. A private vehicle is essential for accessing services in Cooma and beyond.

What is the population of Wambrook? +

According to the 2021 Census, Wambrook has a population of approximately 48 residents, making it one of the smaller localities in the region. The low population reflects the rural and agricultural nature of the area.

Is Wambrook a good place to live? +

Wambrook suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with plenty of open space and privacy. Residents must be self-sufficient in terms of transport, as all services are located in Cooma or further afield. It is well suited to farming families and those who value a close connection to the land.

What is the postcode for Wambrook? +

The postcode for Wambrook is 2630, which it shares with several other localities in the Cooma region of New South Wales.

Is Wambrook a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Wambrook 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.