Coonabarabran

NSW 2357 • Rest of NSW

3,477
Population (2021)
$30,888
Median Income
241.78 km²
Area
533m
Elevation

About Coonabarabran

Coonabarabran is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Warrumbungle Shire (Area) area. With a population of 3,477 and a median income of $30,888, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 241.78 km² at an elevation of 533m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 533m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Coonabarabran offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Coonabarabran falls under postcode 2357 and is governed by Warrumbungle Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Barwon electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2357
Urban Area
Coonabarabran
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.26°, 149.22°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
241.78 km²
Elevation
533m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    35 Dalgarno Street Coonabarabran 2357 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Coonabarabran, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Oxley Highway, Coonabarabran • SHR #01688

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$210
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,000
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
50 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,290
Census 2021
3,477
5.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,480
Income 2021
$30,888
21.2% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,731
Born Overseas 228

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 58
  • 2. New Zealand 21
  • 3. India 18
  • 4. Philippines 14
  • 5. Netherlands 12
  • 6. Germany 11
  • 7. South Africa 11
  • 8. Scotland 10
  • 9. Nepal 7
  • 10. United States 7
  • 11. Zimbabwe 6
  • 12. Fiji 4
  • 13. Indonesia 4
  • 14. Italy 4
  • 15. Canada 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,389
English 1,354
Australian Aboriginal 420
Irish 330
Scottish 308
German 127
Dutch 37
Chinese 35
Italian 31
Welsh 16

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,451
Both parents born in Australia
266
Both parents born overseas
232
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
53.4%
No Religion
29.0%
Hinduism
0.5%
Buddhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%
Islam
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
178 (5.1%)
5-14 years
400 (11.5%)
15-19 years
193 (5.6%)
20-24 years
135 (3.9%)
25-34 years
312 (9.0%)
35-44 years
313 (9.0%)
45-54 years
405 (11.6%)
55-64 years
509 (14.6%)
65-74 years
545 (15.7%)
75-84 years
323 (9.3%)
85+ years
180 (5.2%)

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