Snowy Valleys

Jindabyne

NSW2627

Jindabyne at a glance

Walk score

60

Somewhat walkable

Population

2,986

Median age 32

The brief

What to know about Jindabyne.

The postcode for Jindabyne is 2627 (NSW).

Jindabyne (2627) sits in the Snowy Valleys region of NSW.

Jindabyne has roughly 2,986 residents, with a young-family demographic. Households are a roughly even mix of owners and renters. The area is somewhat walkable for a typical errand run, but a car still helps for grocery runs and weekend trips.

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Day to day

What it’s like to live here.

Jindabyne scores 60/100 on walkability, which makes it somewhat walkable with limited public transport. A short drive opens up most amenities; a car-light household is workable but not optimal.

Schooling within or near the suburb covers 1 government primary, 1 government secondary, 1 independent.

Who lives here

Demographics.

The 2021 Census put Jindabyne's population at 2,986, with a median age of 32. That sits as a young-family demographic. Households are a roughly even mix of owners and renters (54% own, 42% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix is balanced (59% family, 26% lone person).

Population

2,986

Median age

32

Family households

59%

Lone person

26%

Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census

Market

The price of a home here.

Median house price

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Sales data as of May 2026· rental-nsw

Rental and ownership

Weekly rent (house)

$410/wk

Weekly rent (unit)

$400/wk

Owner occupied

54%

Renter occupied

42%

At a deeper level

PopulationSource: ABS Census 2021 · May 2026

2,986

Median age: 32

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Safety

Crime and safety.

Offence Summary

231

total offences in 2025

Top offence categories

Liquor offences48 (20.8%)
Drug offences34 (14.7%)
Theft32 (13.9%)
Assault25 (10.8%)
Malicious damage to property21 (9.1%)

Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.

Source: State Police Open Data

Crime data as of January 2025· State Police Open Data

Getting around

Walkability.

Walk Score

60

Transit Score

0

Bike Score

15

Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)

Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap

Place

Location.

Amenities

Transport

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Education

Schools in Jindabyne.

Local schools for Jindabyne

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Government School Catchment

Jindabyne High School

7-12CoEdGovernment
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Jindabyne Public School

K-6CoEdGovernment
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Non-Government Schools

Snowy Mountains Grammar School

K-12CoEdIndependent
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Frequently asked

About Jindabyne.

What is the Jindabyne postcode?
Jindabyne is in the 2627 postcode, in NSW, in the Snowy Valleys region.
Where is Jindabyne?
Jindabyne is a regional suburb in NSW, postcode 2627, in the Snowy Valleys region.
What is the average rent in Jindabyne?
The median weekly rent for houses is $410, for units it's $400.
What schools are in Jindabyne?
There are 3 schools serving Jindabyne on this page, including Snowy Mountains Grammar School, Jindabyne High School, Jindabyne Public School.
How walkable is Jindabyne?
Jindabyne has a Walk Score of 60 out of 100, somewhat walkable. transit score 0, bike score 15.
What suburbs are near Jindabyne?
Jindabyne is close to East Jindabyne, Moonbah, Kalkite, Sawpit Creek, Hill Top.
What is the population of Jindabyne?
The population of Jindabyne is approximately 2,986 (2021 Census). The median age is 32.

Sources cited

Median, growth and rental data from state revenue offices and ABS. Census from ABS 2021. Climate from BoM. Hazard from Geoscience Australia. School data from ACARA. Crime from state police open data. Full methodology →

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