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Cootamundra

NSW 2590 • Rest of NSW

6,885
Population (2021)
$30,524
Median Income
888.40 km²
Area
$220/wk
Median Rent
HistoricRuralAffordable

About Cootamundra

Cootamundra, affectionately nicknamed 'Coota', is a historic country town in the South West Slopes region of New South Wales, located approximately 390 kilometres south-west of Sydney and 161 kilometres from Canberra. The town sits within the Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council at an elevation of 318 metres, on the Olympic Highway where it crosses the Muttama Creek. With a population of around 5,732, Cootamundra is perhaps best known as the birthplace of cricket legend Sir Donald Bradman, born here in 1908.

Cootamundra offers a relaxed rural lifestyle with a surprisingly strong community spirit and well-preserved heritage streetscapes. The town is home to Bradman Oval, the famous cricket ground named in honour of its most celebrated son, alongside excellent parks, sporting facilities, and the iconic Cootamundra Wattle (Acacia baileyana) — a species of golden wattle first cultivated here. Agriculture is the economic backbone, with sheep, wheat, and canola farming dominating the surrounding landscape. The Main Southern railway line passes through, connecting residents to Wagga Wagga and beyond.

Cootamundra falls under postcode 2590 and is governed by Gundagai Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cootamundra electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2590
Urban Area
Cootamundra
LGA / Council
Gundagai
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Cootamundra
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.63°, 148.03°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
888.40 km²
Elevation
337m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Cootamundra Station
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink coach — Wagga Wagga / Yass / Canberra 1-2 hours

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
390 km
By Train
~5 hours to Central Station via NSW TrainLink
By Car (Peak)
4-5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
3.5-4 hours

🛣️ Closer to Canberra (~2hr drive) and Wagga Wagga (~1hr drive); regional connectivity via Olympic Highway

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Town centre shops and services accessible on foot; most amenities within walking distance for residents near the CBD

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    26-30 Bourke Street Cootamundra 2590 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 5 heritage-listed places in or near Cootamundra, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Cootamundra West Railway Station group
Cootamundra-Griffith railway Cootamundra • SHR #01119
Bethungra Spiral
Main Southern railway, Bethungra • SHR #01026
Cootamundra Railway Station and yard group
Main Southern railway Cootamundra • SHR #01118
Cootamundra Aboriginal Girls' Training Home
39 Rinkin Street Cootamundra • SHR #01873
Cootamundra former No.3 AIFD (World War II Aviation Fuel Depot)
219 Sutton St Cootamundra • SHR #01943

🌳 Parks & Reserves

There are 16 parks and reserves in Cootamundra.

🔍 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 Cootamundra by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Cootamundra Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$220
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,149
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
51 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
5.3%

150 state housing + 0 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,782
Census 2021
6,885
▲ 1.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,144
Income 2021
$30,524
▲ 12.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,905
Born Overseas 478

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 144
  • 2. New Zealand 61
  • 3. Philippines 32
  • 4. Germany 21
  • 5. Fiji 17
  • 6. Scotland 17
  • 7. South Africa 14
  • 8. Indonesia 10
  • 9. Nepal 10
  • 10. Netherlands 10

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,062
Australian 3,009
Irish 966
Scottish 673
Australian Aboriginal 466
German 290
Italian 76
Dutch 65
Filipino 39
Chinese 30

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,421
Both parents born in Australia
553
Both parents born overseas
442
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
63.9%
No Religion
27.3%
Buddhism
0.4%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
342 (5.0%)
5-14 years
810 (11.8%)
15-19 years
356 (5.2%)
20-24 years
284 (4.1%)
25-34 years
563 (8.2%)
35-44 years
616 (8.9%)
45-54 years
748 (10.9%)
55-64 years
1,009 (14.7%)
65-74 years
1,136 (16.5%)
75-84 years
750 (10.9%)
85+ years
271 (3.9%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cootamundra the birthplace of Don Bradman? +

Yes, Sir Donald Bradman, Australia's greatest cricketer, was born in Cootamundra on 27 August 1908. The town celebrates his legacy at Bradman Oval and the Bradman Birthplace Museum.

What train service does Cootamundra have? +

Cootamundra has a station on the Main Southern Line, served by NSW TrainLink services connecting to Sydney, Wagga Wagga, and Melbourne.

What LGA is Cootamundra in? +

Cootamundra is part of the Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council local government area.

What is Cootamundra famous for? +

Cootamundra is best known as the birthplace of Sir Donald Bradman, and also for the Cootamundra Wattle (Acacia baileyana), a golden wattle species named after the town that is now widely planted across Australia.

How far is Cootamundra from Sydney? +

Cootamundra is approximately 390 kilometres south-west of Sydney, about a 4-hour drive via the Hume Highway or around 5 hours by NSW TrainLink train service.