East Jindabyne
NSW 2627 • Rest of NSW
About East Jindabyne
East Jindabyne is a small locality on the eastern shore of Lake Jindabyne in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council. Situated at around 915 metres elevation and approximately 511 kilometres south-west of Sydney, it is a primarily residential area closely linked to the neighbouring town of Jindabyne. The area experiences cold winters and mild summers, making it a popular base for snow sports.
East Jindabyne offers a quieter alternative to central Jindabyne, with lakefront properties and bushland settings. Residents and visitors enjoy proximity to ski resorts including Thredbo and Perisher, as well as year-round activities like fishing, mountain biking, and bushwalking in Kosciuszko National Park. The area attracts holiday home owners, outdoor enthusiasts, and those seeking a mountain lifestyle.
East Jindabyne falls under postcode 2627 and is governed by Snowy Monaro Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- NSW TrainLink — Canberra (via Cooma) 3 hr 30 min
- Snowlink Shuttle — Thredbo / Perisher (winter) 30-50 min
Commute to Canberra
🛣️ Remote mountain location; nearest regional centre is Cooma (61 km). Most residents rely on private vehicles.
Rural mountain locality with no footpaths or local shops; a car is essential for all errands.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Park Rd
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Poley Cow Lane
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 East Jindabyne by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View East Jindabyne Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "East Jindabyne" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
0 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 46
- 2. New Zealand 24
- 3. United States 10
- 4. Taiwan 9
- 5. Thailand 9
- 6. China 7
- 7. Scotland 5
- 8. Chile 4
- 9. France 4
- 10. Germany 4
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)