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Cathcart

NSW 2632 • New South Wales

106
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
188.22 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Cathcart

Cathcart is a sprawling rural locality in the Snowy Monaro region of southern New South Wales, covering approximately 188 square kilometres of high-country grazing land near Bombala. With a population of around 106 residents as recorded in the 2021 Census, it is one of the more sparsely populated localities in the Monaro tablelands. The area falls within the federal electorate of Eden-Monaro and the state electorate of Monaro, and is administered by Snowy Monaro Regional Council. Sitting at high elevation, Cathcart experiences a cool temperate climate typical of the southern tablelands.

The community of Cathcart is defined by its agricultural heritage, with sheep and cattle grazing across wide open paddocks beneath vast skies. Residents are self-reliant and close-knit, accustomed to the demands and rewards of high-country farming life. The nearest township of Bombala — itself a small rural service centre — is the go-to for essentials, while Cooma and Canberra provide larger retail and medical services. Cathcart appeals strongly to those who value wide open spaces, clean air, and the deep tranquillity of Australia's remote southern tablelands.

Cathcart falls under postcode 2632 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2632
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Eden-Monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-37.02°, 149.22°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
188.22 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
430 km
By Train
N/A — no rail service; nearest station is Canberra (~120 km)
By Car (Peak)
approx. 5–6 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
approx. 5 hours

🛣️ Bombala is the nearest service town (~30 km); Canberra is accessible in about 1.5 hours

Walkability Car Dependent

Remote rural locality — a car is essential; no public transport or footpaths

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Cathcart by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Cathcart Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Cathcart" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
106
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Cathcart NSW located? +

Cathcart is a rural locality in the Snowy Monaro region of southern NSW, approximately 30 km from Bombala and 120 km from Canberra.

What is the population of Cathcart NSW? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of approximately 106 people in Cathcart, NSW.

What council area is Cathcart in? +

Cathcart falls within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council local government area.

What is the climate like in Cathcart? +

Cathcart has a cool temperate climate typical of the NSW southern tablelands, with cold winters, occasional snow, and warm, dry summers.