Queanbeyan East
NSW 2620 • Rest of NSW
About Queanbeyan East
Queanbeyan East is a residential suburb located in the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional area of New South Wales, situated just across the ACT border from Canberra. With a population of approximately 4,240 (2021 Census), the suburb sits at an elevation of 586 metres and covers around 4.2 square kilometres. It is part of the broader Canberra-Queanbeyan metropolitan area, offering residents the benefits of proximity to the national capital while enjoying more affordable housing. The suburb has a relatively high median taxable income of around $62,800, reflecting its significant proportion of government and professional workers.
Queanbeyan East provides a quiet, established residential environment with 12 parks covering nearly 14.5% of the suburb's area. Residents have easy access to the Queanbeyan CBD for shopping, dining, and essential services, including the Riverside Plaza shopping centre. The suburb's location makes it ideal for commuters working in Canberra's parliamentary triangle, government departments, or nearby commercial districts. It's popular with families and professionals who appreciate the larger block sizes and lower property prices compared to equivalent Canberra suburbs, while still being just minutes from the ACT border.
Queanbeyan East falls under postcode 2620 and is governed by Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 830, 840X, 844X (Qcity Transit / CDC Canberra) — Canberra City via Queanbeyan 25-35 min to Canberra CBD
- Route 839 (Qcity Transit) — Queanbeyan local services 10-15 min
- Transport Canberra cross-border services — Canberra suburbs and city centre 20-40 min
Commute to Canberra CBD
🛣️ Regular bus services connect Queanbeyan East to Canberra CBD. Most commuters drive via Kings Highway or Yass Road. The Queanbeyan Railway Station serves the Sydney XPT long-distance service.
Queanbeyan East has some walkable areas near the town centre fringe, but most residents rely on cars for daily commuting to Canberra. Local parks and some shops are accessible on foot.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Gundaroo Public School ICSEA 1101Lot St
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Karabar High School ICSEA 982Donald Rd
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Michelago Public School ICSEA 990Queanbeyan Rd
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Queanbeyan East Public School ICSEA 1031Yass St
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Queanbeyan High School ICSEA 967Agnes Ave
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Queanbeyan Public School ICSEA 997Isabella St
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Queanbeyan South Public School ICSEA 939Cameron Rd
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Queanbeyan West Public School ICSEA 988Morton St
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Lowe Street
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Sutton Public School ICSEA 1098Bywong St
Housing Costs 2021 Census
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. India 221
- 2. England 104
- 3. Philippines 91
- 4. Nepal 66
- 5. New Zealand 66
- 6. Bangladesh 60
- 7. North Macedonia 51
- 8. United States 29
- 9. Croatia 28
- 10. Pakistan 24
- 11. Fiji 23
- 12. Germany 20
- 13. Scotland 17
- 14. South Africa 17
- 15. Italy 16
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)