Queanbeyan
NSW 2620 • Rest of NSW
About Queanbeyan
Queanbeyan is a compact regional city in south-eastern New South Wales, situated immediately adjacent to the Australian Capital Territory border and less than 15 kilometres from Canberra's city centre within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council area. With a population of 6,409 and a median age of 38, it attracts families and public sector workers who take advantage of its proximity to ACT employment while benefiting from more affordable New South Wales housing. The suburb sits at an elevation of 581 metres and covers a dense 2.8 square kilometres, reflecting its compact urban form.
The city centre along Monaro and Crawford streets hosts a range of local shops, cafes, and services, including Coles at the Riverside Plaza and Woolworths, giving residents strong day-to-day convenience. The Queanbeyan River runs through the townscape, offering parkland and walking paths, while residents have access to both NSW and ACT schools, medical facilities, and recreational amenities. With a median household income of over $1,690 per week, Queanbeyan sits comfortably in the middle-income bracket, underpinned by the steady employment base of the nearby national capital.
Queanbeyan falls under postcode 2620 and is governed by Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesRiverside Plaza Shopping Centre Cnr Monaro Street & Collett Street Queanbeyan 2620 NSW -
WoolworthsCnr Crawford & Antill Street Queanbeyan 2620 NSW
Schools
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Gundaroo Public School ICSEA 1101Lot St
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Michelago Public School ICSEA 990Queanbeyan Rd
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Karabar High School ICSEA 982Donald 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
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 9 heritage-listed places in or near Queanbeyan, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Queanbeyan by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Queanbeyan Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Queanbeyan" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
74 state housing + 66 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. India 249
- 2. Nepal 171
- 3. England 130
- 4. Philippines 127
- 5. New Zealand 105
- 6. North Macedonia 86
- 7. Pakistan 59
- 8. Bangladesh 41
- 9. Greece 40
- 10. Italy 39
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)