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Crookwell, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Crookwell is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,577. Elevation: 2,940 ft (896 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,577 Population 2/sq mi density
2,940 ft Elevation 896 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$21,598 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$21,598 median income, 3.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$157,800 home value, $789/mo rent

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About Crookwell

Crookwell

Crookwell is a small town located in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, Australia, in the Upper Lachlan Shire. At the 2016 census, Crookwell had a population of 2,641. The town is at a relatively high altitude of 887 metres and there are several snowfalls during the cooler months. The nearest major centre is the city of Goulburn which is about a half-hour drive to the south-east of the town. Crookwell is easily accessible to the state capital of Sydney and also the federal capital of Canberra.

People

Population2,577
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,598
Per Capita$21,598
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

C+
Home Value$157,800
Rent$789
Ownership82.4%
Housing Units1,031

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation2,940 ft (896 m)
Population2,577
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation2,940 ft (896 m)
Coordinates-34.4593°, 149.4714°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation31.1 inches (790 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,598
Median Age52.0 years

About Crookwell

Crookwell is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 2,577. The city sits at an elevation of 2,940 feet (896 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.1 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Crookwell has a population of 2,577 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,563.1 square miles. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,577
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above Australia avg
1,563.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Crookwell vs Australia Average

The median household income in Crookwell is $21,598, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,598 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $415, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 245 business establishments.

Income: Crookwell vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$21,598
71% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$21,598
Avg Weekly Wage$415

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)245

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Crookwell is $157,800, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below the national average of $1,163). 82.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,031 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,800
44% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.4%
Owner-Occupied82.4%
Renter-Occupied17.6%
Housing Units1,031

Property Tax

Climate in Crookwell

Crookwell has an average annual temperature of 12.5°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.6°C), the coldest is Jul (5.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 759 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.6°C / 67°F 12.5° / 26.8° 58.7
Feb 19°C / 66°F 12.5° / 25.5° 94.9
Mar 16.3°C / 61°F 10.1° / 22.5° 63.5
Apr 12.6°C / 55°F 6.1° / 19.1° 38.0
May 9°C / 48°F 3.1° / 14.9° 42.8
Jun 6.6°C / 44°F 1.9° / 11.4° 77.9
Jul 5.8°C / 42°F 0.7° / 10.8° 57.9
Aug 6.7°C / 44°F 1.1° / 12.3° 66.7
Sep 9.4°C / 49°F 3.1° / 15.7° 58.4
Oct 12.2°C / 54°F 5.2° / 19.1° 61.8
Nov 15.2°C / 59°F 8.2° / 22.1° 71.5
Dec 17.4°C / 63°F 10.4° / 24.4° 67.2
Crookwell experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 280 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,940 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below Australia avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,940 ft (896 m)
Area1,563.1 sq mi (4,048.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-34.4593°N, 149.4714°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.1"
18% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.15"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.6 on May 28, 2025.

Apr 13, 2017 23 km WSW of Millthorpe, Australia M4.2 113 km
Feb 14, 2002 1 km NNW of Yerrinbool, Australia M3.9 98 km
Aug 22, 2002 9 km NE of Grenfell, Australia M3.9 132 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km SE of Picton, Australia M3.8 111 km
Nov 23, 2001 9 km ENE of Grenfell, Australia M3.8 131 km
Jun 22, 2012 23 km N of Boorowa, Australia M3.8 74 km
Apr 19, 2012 36 km ENE of Tumut, Australia M3.7 117 km
May 28, 2025 3 km WNW of Cobbitty, Australia M3.6 120 km
Mar 8, 2024 14 km SSW of Woodford, Australia M3.5 112 km
Mar 2, 2006 23 km NE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.4 46 km
May 20, 1991 23 km S of Cowra, Australia M3.4 82 km
Jul 11, 2003 15 km WNW of Cootamundra, Australia M3.3 149 km
May 18, 2001 12 km WNW of Boorowa, Australia M3.2 81 km
Sep 18, 1994 15 km N of Grenfell, Australia M3.2 145 km
Aug 18, 2007 10 km NW of Mittagong, Australia M3.2 84 km
Feb 27, 2000 14 km SSE of Young, Australia M3.1 102 km
Apr 11, 2007 3 km SE of Stanwell Park, Australia M3.1 143 km
Dec 12, 1992 18 km W of Boorowa, Australia M3.1 87 km
Jan 14, 2003 5 km SSW of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 75 km
Apr 21, 2006 20 km NNE of Murrumbateman, Australia M3.1 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 3.0 in
February 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in Warmest
March 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in Driest
April 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in
June 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
July 41°F (5°C) 2.9 in Coldest
August 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 47°F (8°C) 3.1 in
October 53°F (11°C) 3.0 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
December 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in

Crookwell has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 41°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and March the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Crookwell

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Crookwell High School - - - -
Crookwell Public School - - - -
Saint Mary's Primary School - - - -
Laggan Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Crookwell

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Crookwell

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Crookwell Library0.0

Hotels in Crookwell

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Laggan Pub
The Old Flag Hotel

Restaurants in Crookwell

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hong Kong Garden
Laggan Pantry
Laggan Pub

Cafes in Crookwell

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cake Me Up Cafe
Crown Theatre cafe and Restaurant
Matts Bakery Cafe
Pauls Cafe

Zoos in Crookwell

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tralaga Wildlife park

Dentists in Crookwell

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Countrywide Dentures

Veterinaries in Crookwell

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #3840645573

Gas Stations in Crookwell

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AU #760706781
Metro Petroleum

Banks in Crookwell

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bendigo Bank Agency
Commonwealth Bank

Golf Courses in Crookwell

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crookwell Golf Club
Taralga Golf Course

Breweries in Crookwell

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Laggan Pantry

Airports Near Crookwell

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Goulburn AirportGULMedium Airport
2nd Crookwell Airfield-Small Airport
Bakblok Airport-Small Airport
Binda-Small Airport
Bullio Airport-Small Airport
Burraga Airstrip no.1-Small Airport
Burraga Airstrip no.2-Small Airport
Collector Airport-Small Airport
Crookwell Airport-Small Airport
Currandooley Airport-Small Airport
Gingkin Airfield-Small Airport
Gundaroo Airport-Small Airport
Hall Airport-Small Airport
Marulan (Tangryang) Airstrip-Small Airport
Southern tablelands gliding club-Small Airport
Taralga Grathawa Airport-Small Airport
Wallaroo Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Yerranderie Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Crookwell

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Crookwell LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Crookwell

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Bartholomews Anglican Church
St Mary's Catholic Church
Wesley Uniting Church

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Crookwell

What is the population of Crookwell?

Crookwell has a population of 2,577 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,563.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Crookwell expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,598, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $157,800 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Crookwell?

Crookwell has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches.

How is the job market in Crookwell?

Crookwell has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $415. There are 245 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Crookwell?

The median home value in Crookwell is $157,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $789. The homeownership rate is 82.4%.

Nearby Cities

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