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Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra has an estimated 12,735 residents, down 0.1% since the 2021 Census, with 32 projects tracked in the area around Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra Statistical Area (Lv2) sits 13 kilometres south-southeast of the Canberra CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 12,735. Compared with the 12,744 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the change is minimal. This assessment draws on the latest Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figure from the ABS, along with new addresses added since the Census. The area is known for its picturesque landscapes, open spaces and quiet settings. Its population skews towards middle age and includes a high proportion of family households and couples with children. Dwelling supply is severely limited, and the employment base is notably weighted towards public administration. Service amenity is rated outstanding, while population growth has been limited.
Development activity has been light, with roughly 5 dwelling approvals a year over the past 5 financial years and 1 approval recorded so far in FY-27.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 9,425 in 2001 and 12,735 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 15.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $4000+, 33%.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for income and the 95th for employment drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra is $708 a week, up 6.0% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 22% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.7%.
22% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $528 in 2017, $752 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Nicholii Loop, Jerrabomberra NSW 2619 | $1,625,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 16 Euroka Place, Jerrabomberra NSW 2619 | $1,500,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 8/4 Brudenell Drive, Jerrabomberra NSW 2619 | $810,000 | 22 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 29 Magnolia Close, Jerrabomberra NSW 2619 | $1,320,000 | 16 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 29 Bilkurra Street, Queanbeyan West NSW 2620 | $810,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 20 Allumba Street, Queanbeyan West NSW 2620 | $900,000 | 10 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 19 Rosewood Glen, Jerrabomberra NSW 2619 | $910,000 | 7 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 4/60 Jacaranda Drive, Jerrabomberra NSW 2619 | $666,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 5 Brereton Street, Queanbeyan West NSW 2620 | $840,000 | 24 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Bellambi Place, Queanbeyan West NSW 2620 | $1,320,000 | 21 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 44 residential sales recorded since 16 Jun 2026 (the latest settled 24 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 44, houses and units together, was $945,250 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $708 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.7% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.10m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $745k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $945,250 | Median of the 44 most recent residential sales, settled 16 Jun 2026 to 24 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $752 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Queanbeyan | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Queanbeyan, over 12 months | +6.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Capital Region | $561 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Capital Region, over 12 months | +5.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 125 tracked applications: 49 approved, 24 under assessment, 52 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 32 projects in and around Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra, 10 of them under construction.
A 210ha mixed-use innovation campus at South Jerrabomberra, focused on high-tech businesses in defence, space, cyber-security, and…
DCI Data Centers' CBR01 is a Tier III secure data centre within the Poplars Innovation Precinct at Jerrabomberra.
Stage 2 of the Jerrabomberra High School upgrade doubles the school's capacity from approximately 500 to 1,000 students, delivering a new…
New apartment development in central Queanbeyan CBD area. Part of urban densification initiatives.
Proposed 9-storey shop-top housing on a 5,800sqm CBD site fronting the Queanbeyan River.
New townhouse development in Queanbeyan. Part of urban infill and densification strategy for the region.
A new public preschool is under construction at Queanbeyan East Public School as part of the NSW Government's 769 million dollar plan to…
The Googong Hotel is a planned two-storey family hotel on Lot 3 Glenrock Drive in the Googong Central town centre, overlooking Bunyip Park…
DA approved vacant double block of about 1,169 m2 on Gilmore Road in Queanbeyan.
Googong is a masterplanned township by Mirvac and Peet on the NSW/ACT border, about 16 km south-east of Canberra and 8 km south of…
A boutique residential development of 39 thoughtfully designed 2 and 3 bedroom townhomes, bordering the future Googong Central town centre…
Two 10-storey residential towers with 178 apartments, basement parking, and ground floor commercial space.
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Estimated completion year of the 17 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 6, 2027 6, 2028 1, 2029 1, 2030 1. 6 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 125 substantial development applications lodged in and around Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra over the past 5 years, 64 in the last 12 months; 24 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 10, 2023 10, 2024 13, 2025 31, 2026 (to Oct) 59.
Key application 101 Environa Drive, Jerrabomberra Commercial | $40m | 2 storeys Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 125 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 64 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 5th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 5 | ABS building approvals | 11th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 49 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 24 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 include: Poplars Innovation Precinct (Construction); Queanbeyan Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade (Dev. Approval); Jerrabomberra High School Upgrade - Stage 2 (Construction); DCI Poplars Data Centre (Dev. Approval); and South Jerrabomberra Urban Release Area (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 spans multiple sectors including Environmental & Disaster Management, Transport & Logistics, and Business Parks & Technology Hubs, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 area has seen 15 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2's current population of 12,735 has been supported by 5 approvals on average over recent years.
The Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 has seen 0.4 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 3679 people in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 5, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 has seen 26 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,735 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | -0.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 931 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 50th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,744 | 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | -1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 13.67 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 was estimated to be approximately 12,735 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 12,735 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The queanbeyan west - jerrabomberra sa2 has lost approximately 9 people and shown a 0.07% decrease from the 12,744 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is estimated at 932 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.3% per annum.
Population growth in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (53.1%), Natural increase (46.9%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 53.1% of overall population gains.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 21.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 54.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 37 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 at 37 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra is 6 years younger than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 15.6% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 7.0% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.9% vs 2.9%) and 75-84 year-olds (3.4% vs 8.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 21.0% of the population in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 11.3% of the population in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 1% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $86,093 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 98th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $100,738 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $3,014 | 2021 Census, weekly | 97th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,357 | 2021 Census, weekly | 96th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 50.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $3,332 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 8.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is approximately $91,586. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $86,093.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is approximately $107,165. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $100,738.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is approximately $91,586 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $86,093 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is approximately $107,165 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $100,738 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2's households (~33.0% / 1,421 households) is the $4000+ cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is the $4000+ group, representing about 33.0% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is $3,014/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is $3,332/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is $1,357/wk.
The Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 shows a median taxpayer income of $86,093 and an average of $100,738 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. This is exceptionally high nationally, contrasting with Regional NSW's median income of $55,733 and average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $91,586 (median) and $107,165 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is $11,529 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The queanbeyan west - jerrabomberra sa2's disposable income is $11,529 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment conditions in Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra rank among the top 5% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 0.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 77.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,658 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 10,119 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,723 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 has approximately 7,658 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 0.8%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 stands at 0.8%, which is 3.3 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are public administration & safety (32.4% of employment), construction (10.4%), and professional & technical (9.0%). These three sectors alone account for 51.8% of local employment, indicating significant concentration. Other significant employers include health care & social assistance and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is 77.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The queanbeyan west - jerrabomberra sa2 shows notable specialisation in public administration & safety, which employs 32.4% of the local workforce compared to 7.5% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 4.3, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The queanbeyan west - jerrabomberra sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 13.1% growth, ranking 4th out of 37 regions nationally.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 18.9% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.1% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 34.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 20.4% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.8% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 33.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 32.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.5% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
34.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
33.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The queanbeyan west - jerrabomberra sa2 ranks in the 86th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 are: Certificate (20.4%), Bachelor Degree (18.9%), Advanced Diploma (11.8%).
32.0% of the population in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.8% in primary school, 9.5% in secondary school, 5.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is 1086, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 2 schools within the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,085 students.
The queanbeyan west - jerrabomberra sa2 includes 1 primary school, 1 secondary school.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 16.9% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 45.8% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 24.2% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 4,305 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 4,302 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 81.6% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 had 4,305 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 4,302 households today.
The average household size in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 81.6% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (16.9%), group households (1.6%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,513 family households, couples with children account for 45.8% of all households, couples without children at home 24.2%, and single parent families 10.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 81.6% (versus 68.8% in Regional NSW). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 16.9% compared to 27.9% in Regional NSW. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 have an average of 1.6 children, slightly below the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 54.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.8% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 16.9% of all households in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2, notably lower than the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.6% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Cultural diversity in Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra: born overseas 17.7%, speak another language at home 13.0%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 17.7% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 87.0% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 93.0% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 82.3% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra was found to be roughly in line with the national average in terms of cultural diversity, with 82.3% of its population born in Australia, 93.0% being citizens, and 87.0% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra was found to be Christianity, which makes up 56.6% of people in Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra are Australian, comprising 27.7% of the population, English, comprising 25.3% of the population, which is notably lower than Regional NSW's 30.5%, and Irish, comprising 8.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Macedonian is notably overrepresented at 1.8% of Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra (vs 0.4% across Regional NSW), Serbian at 0.9% (vs 0.2%) and Croatian at 0.9% (vs 0.3%).
17.7% of the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
13.0% of the population in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
1.9% of the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
93.0% of the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 23.2% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 28.9% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 82.2% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,300 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 47.8% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 15.4% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $430 | 2021 Census, weekly | 75th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 14.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 7th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 17.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 6th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2, 28.9% of homes are owned outright, 47.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 23.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 82.2% of dwellings in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 are houses.
In the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2, 2.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 15.4% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 stands at 28.9%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is $2,300, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is $1,531, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 17.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 14.3% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 17.6% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 14.3% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 consists of 82.2% detached houses, 15.4% semi-detached dwellings, 2.3% apartments, and 0.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra consumes approximately 11.7% of median household income ($13,051 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra show attached dwellings contributing 50% of approvals compared to 18% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 50% of applications versus 82% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 68.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 90th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.4% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.0% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
Around 68.2% of people in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2, 3.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.0% of people in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.4% of the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.4% of people in the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2, 68.2% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 43 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 91 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 456 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 24th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 140 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 41 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.9 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 10.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 91 public transport stops within the Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2.
The Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra SA2 has 456 weekly trips across 41 routes, averaging 65 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 155 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 783 m away and the nearest school 1.1 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 91 stops nearby, 456 weekly trips, access rating 43 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 91 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 91st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 783 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 48th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra's established property market has recorded 206 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 96% residential and 3% commercial transactions.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 1% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
Employment conditions in Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra rank among the top 5% of areas assessed nationally.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra features high concentrations of couples with children and family households but relatively few group households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
Cultural diversity in Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra: born overseas 17.7%, speak another language at home 13.0%.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional NSW.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra has an estimated 12,735 residents, down 0.1% since the 2021 Census, with 32 projects tracked in the area around Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
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AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jul 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Queanbeyan West - Jerrabomberra with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.