Arable
NSW 2630 • New South Wales
About Arable
Arable is a remote rural locality in the Snowy Monaro region of New South Wales, situated approximately 35 kilometres north-east of Cooma at an elevation within the broader Snowy Mountains foothills. With a population of just 21 residents, it is one of Australia's smallest gazetted localities, covering roughly 116 square kilometres of open grazing country. The surrounding landscape is characterised by rolling paddocks, native bush and panoramic alpine views, with a strong agricultural heritage tied to merino wool and beef cattle production.
Life in Arable is quintessentially rural, appealing to those seeking wide open spaces and a quiet, self-sufficient lifestyle far from urban centres. Residents travel to Cooma for everyday services, schooling and medical needs, with the town offering supermarkets, a hospital and a range of community facilities. The region attracts visitors heading to Kosciuszko National Park, and the surrounding countryside offers opportunities for horse riding, four-wheel driving and birdwatching in a pristine high-country setting.
Arable falls under postcode 2630 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Regional coaches — Cooma (35km) approx. 40 min
Commute to Canberra CBD
🛣️ Cooma is the nearest service town at ~35km. Canberra Airport is approx. 3.5 hrs by car.
Entirely car-dependent rural locality with no footpaths, public transport or local commercial services.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cooma Public School ICSEA 971Commissioner St
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Baroona Avenue
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37 Murray Street
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Cooma North Public School ICSEA 955Baroona Ave
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Monaro High School ICSEA 977Mittagong Rd
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Braidwood-Cooma Rd
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9 Richardson St
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Arable by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Arable Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Arable" under Suburb