Queanbeyan West (NSW)

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According to evaluations of ABS population updates for the wider region and new locations verified by Districts following the Census, the suburb of Queanbeyan West has an estimated population of 3,125 as of May 2026. This represents a reduction of 21 individuals (0.7%) from the 2021 Census, which registered 3,146 residents. This shift is calculated from the resident population of 3,125, calculated by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP figures (June 2025) along with 5 verified new addresses added since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 1,092 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical averages recorded across regions reviewed by Districts. The primary driver of population growth was natural increase, accounting for roughly 52.0% of the overall population gains in recent times.

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Queanbeyan West possesses a qualified labor pool with a strong representation in essential service fields and an unemployment rate of only 2.2%, according to Districts compilations of local statistical data. As of March 2026, 1,839 locals are employed, and the unemployment rate sits 1.9% below the Regional NSW average of 4.1%, while labor force participation is exceptionally high at 75.3% compared to Regional NSW's 60.6%. Census records show a modest 7.6% of workers performed their roles from home, although the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.

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According to the latest postcode ATO statistics published by Districts for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Queanbeyan West earn a median income of $63,392 and an average income of $77,192. This represents a solid position relative to the national average, comparing to a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215 across Regional NSW. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current values would stand at roughly $69,934 for the median and $85,158 for the average as of March 2026. Census findings place household, family, and individual earnings in the upper tiers, ranking between the 72nd and 85th percentiles across the country. Income distribution shows the largest segment consists of 38.4% of residents (1,200 people) in the $1,500 - bracket, resembling the surrounding territory where are in this range. Housing costs consume of earnings, while solid salaries position locals in the th percentile for disposable income, and the SEIFA index places the area in the th decile.

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Residential composition in Queanbeyan West at the time of the latest Census consisted of 71.4% standalone houses and 28.6% alternative housing styles such as duplexes, townhouses, apartments, and other dwellings, which compares to Regional NSW averages of 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the home ownership rate in Queanbeyan West stood behind Regional NSW at 24.2%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with mortgages (41.5%) or tenants renting (34.3%). The median monthly home loan payment was notably higher than the Regional NSW standard at $2,000, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $350, compared to Regional NSW stats of $1,733 and $330. On a national scale, mortgage repayments in Queanbeyan West exceed the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental costs sit below the countrywide median of $375.

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Families represent the majority of living arrangements at 71.1% of all households, consisting of 30.2% couples raising children, 23.8% couples without children, and 15.3% single parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 28.9%, with single-occupant homes making up 26.1% and group share houses representing 3.4% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.5 individuals exceeds the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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Tertiary attainment in Queanbeyan West sits below regional averages, with 23.8% of individuals aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 32.2% across NSW. This variance indicates opportunities for academic growth and professional skill building. Undergraduates lead at 15.6%, followed by postgraduate degree holders (5.7%) and graduate diploma recipients (2.5%). Vocational and practical skills are well represented, with 37.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.3%) and certificates (27.3%).

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Analysis of the public transport network shows 28 active transit stops in Queanbeyan West, which are serviced by bus connections. These stops accommodate 25 separate routes that offer a total of 246 weekly passenger services. Transit accessibility is rated as excellent, with typical residences situated 167 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers travel out of the area, and cars remain the primary transport choice at 94%. Households own an average of 1.5 vehicles. A modest 7.6% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 settings.

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Queanbeyan West shows distinct health challenges based on Districts evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic disease trends, with typical illnesses appearing across both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is high at roughly 57% of the population (~1,794 people). This compares to 51.9% for Regional NSW.

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Queanbeyan West aligns closely with regional averages for demographic diversity, with citizens making up 88.5% of the population, 82.5% born in Australia, and 86.3% speaking only English in their households. The dominant religious denomination in Queanbeyan West is Christianity, representing 54.6% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

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Having a median age of 34, Queanbeyan West is younger than Regional NSW at 43 and Australia at 38 years. Compared to the Regional NSW average, the 25 - 34 bracket is highly represented (17.0% locally), while the 75 - 84 age cohort is underrepresented (2.9%). Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 13.7% to 15.4% of the total population, while the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 13.5% to 10.5%. Projections indicate the age profile of Queanbeyan West will undergo shifts by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age bracket expected to grow by 90 people () from to whereas the to and to brackets are expected to shrink.

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Queanbeyan West currently has an estimated 262 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 131 children aged 0-2 and 88 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 7% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 8% by 2041 (to approximately 283 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 363. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 10.3 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.