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Queanbeyan West

NSW 2620 • Rest of NSW

3,146
Population (2021)
$57,200
Median Income
2.86 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
AffordableFamily-FriendlyCommuter BeltMulticulturalSuburban

About Queanbeyan West

Queanbeyan West is a residential suburb in the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council area of New South Wales, located on the western edge of Queanbeyan city approximately 13 kilometres south-east of the Canberra CBD. Situated at around 613 metres elevation, the suburb covers 2.86 square kilometres and has a population of 3,146. Median household incomes are moderate at around $2,106 per week, and the suburb has a notably young demographic — with a median age of 35 — and a relatively high proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents compared to surrounding suburbs.

Queanbeyan West benefits from its proximity to the larger Queanbeyan city centre, which offers a full range of shops, schools, and services along Monaro Street and Lowe Street. The suburb is well-positioned for commuters heading into Canberra, with easy access via the Kings Highway and Monaro Highway, and Queanbeyan railway station nearby for NSW TrainLink services. Local parks, schools, and community facilities serve a diverse, family-oriented community. Affordable housing by regional standards makes Queanbeyan West an accessible entry point for first home buyers and young families working in the ACT.

Queanbeyan West falls under postcode 2620 and is governed by Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2620
Urban Area
Queanbeyan
LGA / Council
Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional
Federal Electorate
Eden-monaro
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.36°, 149.21°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
2.86 km²
Elevation
613m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Queanbeyan
1.5 km
18 min

Bus Services

  • Transport Canberra Route 53, 54 — Canberra City (Civic) / Woden 25-35 min to Civic

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
13 km
By Train
No direct train to Canberra; NSW TrainLink operates Sydney–Canberra services from Queanbeyan
By Car (Peak)
20-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Well connected to Canberra via Monaro Highway and Kings Highway; cross-border buses operated by Transport Canberra

Walkability Car-Dependent

Most errands require a short drive to the Queanbeyan city centre; some local shops and schools accessible on foot

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 West by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Queanbeyan West Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,000
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
35 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
7.5%

80 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,136
Census 2021
3,146
▲ 0.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$46,020
Income 2021
$57,200
▲ 24.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,433
Born Overseas 516

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 53
  • 2. Philippines 51
  • 3. England 50
  • 4. North Macedonia 40
  • 5. India 28
  • 6. Nepal 22
  • 7. Croatia 18
  • 8. China 14
  • 9. Italy 12
  • 10. Scotland 12

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,204
English 1,094
Irish 358
Scottish 317
Australian Aboriginal 165
Italian 144
German 118
Macedonian 77
Filipino 63
Dutch 48

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,861
Both parents born in Australia
703
Both parents born overseas
386
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.5%
No Religion
38.3%
Hinduism
1.4%
Buddhism
1.0%
Islam
0.8%
Sikhism
0.7%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
246 (7.8%)
5-14 years
377 (12.0%)
15-19 years
160 (5.1%)
20-24 years
185 (5.9%)
25-34 years
548 (17.4%)
35-44 years
431 (13.7%)
45-54 years
423 (13.4%)
55-64 years
425 (13.5%)
65-74 years
233 (7.4%)
75-84 years
89 (2.8%)
85+ years
26 (0.8%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Queanbeyan West known for? +

Queanbeyan West is known as an affordable residential suburb on Canberra's doorstep, offering access to city employment without ACT property prices. The area has a diverse, multicultural community and easy freeway connections to the capital.

How far is Queanbeyan West from Canberra CBD? +

Queanbeyan West is approximately 13 kilometres south-east of Canberra's CBD (Civic), typically a 20–35 minute drive in peak hour or around 25–35 minutes by bus.

Does Queanbeyan West have public transport? +

Queanbeyan West is served by Transport Canberra cross-border bus routes connecting it to Canberra City and Woden, and Queanbeyan railway station is approximately 1.5 kilometres away for NSW TrainLink regional services. A car is useful but not essential for CBD commuters.

What is the population of Queanbeyan West? +

According to the 2021 Census, Queanbeyan West has a population of 3,146 residents. It has a younger-than-average median age of 35 and a higher proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents than many surrounding suburbs.

Is Queanbeyan West a good place to live? +

Queanbeyan West suits first home buyers, young families, and ACT workers seeking affordable housing close to Canberra. It offers reasonable access to schools, parks, and the Queanbeyan city centre, with a diverse and growing community.

What is the postcode for Queanbeyan West? +

The postcode for Queanbeyan West, NSW is 2620, shared with other suburbs in the Queanbeyan area.