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Bibbenluke

NSW 2632 • New South Wales

82
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
53.80 km²
Area
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Median Rent
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About Bibbenluke

Bibbenluke is a small rural village in the Monaro region of New South Wales, situated on the Monaro Highway approximately 35 kilometres south of Bombala and 90 kilometres north of the Victorian border. The village lies at around 1,100 metres elevation on the Monaro Tablelands, giving it a cool, crisp climate typical of the high country. With a population of around 82 residents, Bibbenluke is a close-knit pastoral community centred on sheep and cattle grazing. The area falls within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council LGA and the Eden-Monaro federal electorate.

Life in Bibbenluke is shaped by the rhythms of the high country wool and beef industries, with the Monaro Plains stretching across the horizon. The village has a primary school — Bibbenluke Public School — which has served the local farming community for generations. Bombala, the nearest service town, provides access to shops, a hospital, and other essential services. The rugged beauty of the Monaro and proximity to the Snowy Mountains make the area attractive to those who appreciate wide open spaces, clean air, and a genuine rural way of life.

Bibbenluke falls under postcode 2632 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
2632
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Snowy Monaro
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.02°, 149.22°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
53.80 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Bombala

Distance
35 km
By Train
No passenger rail service; nearest station is Cooma approx 110 km north
By Car (Peak)
30-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30 min

🛣️ Monaro Highway is the main road through the village connecting north to Cooma and south to the Victorian border

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small rural village with no public transport; a vehicle is essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Snowy Monaro Local Government Area, which contains Bibbenluke. 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)

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
82
▲ 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bibbenluke located? +

Bibbenluke is a small village on the Monaro Tablelands in southern NSW, about 35 km south of Bombala on the Monaro Highway. It sits at around 1,100 m elevation in the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area.

Does Bibbenluke have a school? +

Yes, Bibbenluke Public School is a small government primary school that has served the local farming community for many decades.

What is the climate like in Bibbenluke? +

Bibbenluke experiences a cool temperate climate typical of the Monaro high country, with cold winters that often bring frost and snow, and mild summers. Elevation of around 1,100 m keeps temperatures noticeably cooler than coastal NSW.

Is Bibbenluke a safe area? +

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

What is the population of Bibbenluke? +

Bibbenluke had a population of 82 at the 2021 Census.