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Captains Flat

NSW 2623 • New South Wales

611
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
166.91 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HistoricRuralQuietHeritageCommuter Belt

About Captains Flat

Captains Flat is a small historic town in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, located approximately 61 kilometres south-east of Canberra and 45 kilometres from Queanbeyan within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council area. Perched at an elevation of 852 metres along the upper reaches of the Molonglo River, the town has a population of 611 according to the 2021 Census and is set within a large 167 square kilometre rural locality. The settlement's origins date to 1883 when mining for gold, silver, lead, zinc, copper, and iron pyrites drew settlers to the surrounding hills.

Today Captains Flat is a quiet rural township with strong heritage character and a tight-knit community. The surrounding Molonglo River valley and elevated Southern Tablelands landscape attract bushwalkers, nature lovers, and history enthusiasts, with the town sitting in proximity to Tallaganda National Park. Most residents commute to Queanbeyan or Canberra for work and major services, while the town itself retains a charming small-town feel with a local pub, community facilities, and a backdrop of pastoral scenery.

Captains Flat falls under postcode 2623 and is governed by the Queanbeyan-Palerang 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
2623
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Queanbeyan-Palerang
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.55°, 149.45°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
166.91 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Captains Flat for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$479K
25 sales · ▲ 6.4% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Very limited rural services — Queanbeyan / Canberra Approx. 60-75 min

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
61 km
By Train
No rail service; drive to Queanbeyan for bus or train connections
By Car (Peak)
60-80 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50-65 min

🛣️ Car essential; access via Captains Flat Road; road may be affected by weather conditions in winter

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Captains Flat has minimal local services; a car is essential for daily shopping, work, and accessing healthcare and schools in Queanbeyan or Canberra.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Queanbeyan-Palerang Local Government Area, which contains Captains Flat. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
154.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.2%
Motor vehicle theft
127.1 / 100k
2yr Down 10.5% 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
279.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
215.4 / 100k
2yr Down 4.6% 10yr Down 9.1%
View all 62 offence types for Queanbeyan-Palerang →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
611
▲ 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

What is Captains Flat known for? +

Captains Flat is known for its rich mining heritage — gold, silver, lead, zinc, and copper were extracted from the surrounding hills from the 1880s, shaping the town's character. Today it is valued for its quiet rural atmosphere and proximity to Tallaganda National Park.

How far is Captains Flat from Canberra? +

Captains Flat is approximately 61 kilometres south-east of the Canberra CBD, a drive of around 60–80 minutes depending on traffic and road conditions.

Does Captains Flat have public transport? +

Public transport to Captains Flat is very limited. There is no rail service, and bus connections to Queanbeyan and Canberra are infrequent. A private vehicle is essential for residents.

What is the population of Captains Flat? +

According to the 2021 Census, Captains Flat has a population of 611 residents within the broader 167 square kilometre locality of the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council area.

Is Captains Flat a good place to live? +

Captains Flat suits those who value rural tranquility, historic character, and open landscapes. It is best suited to people who can work remotely or are willing to commute to Queanbeyan or Canberra for employment and services.

What is the postcode for Captains Flat? +

The postcode for Captains Flat is 2623.

What is the median house price in Captains Flat? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $479,000, up 6.4% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Captains Flat a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Captains Flat is part of the Queanbeyan-Palerang 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.