Crookwell
NSW 2583 · Upper Lachlan Shire
2,686 (2021) → 2,806 est. (2025) · Moderate Growth
Based on transport, liveability & education. Safety is scored separately below.
Crookwell is a moderate growth suburb in Upper Lachlan Shire, NSW 2583, about 173km from Sydney CBD. Its median house price of $622K is more affordable than the NSW average. The suburb has 3 schools, a transport score of 0/100, and is about 123km inland. Crookwell has an overall score of 27/100, based on transport, liveability and education, plus a separate residential safety score of 92/100.
Demographics
Age distribution
ATO 2023-24, postcode 2583 area — postcode-level, not suburb-specific.
Top countries of birth: England (2.76%), New Zealand (0.67%), Germany (0.45%), Netherlands (0.34%), India (0.3%)
Top languages: Cantonese (0.41%), Greek (0.34%), Nepali (0.3%), Australian Indigenous Languages (0.26%), German (0.19%)
Source: ABS Census 2021
Property
Median price history
Source: NSW Valuer General · Updated Q1 2026
Residential Safety
Small population (under 3,000) — crime rates may be volatile due to low sample size.
Recorded residential incidents (latest year), with rate per 100,000 residents:
Includes street and public-place assaults — supplementary context, not part of the safety score.
Residential incidents over time
Sum of the five residential categories above — not all recorded crime.
Area crime context
An independent score — crime data quality varies by state, so safety is shown separately and is not part of the overall score.
Source: BOCSAR · Updated March 2026
Schools
Limited school choices
Below average for school access — fewer schools nearby, and families may need to travel for preferred options.
Average ICSEA of schools within 10km 980 (below the national average of 1000).
In suburb
- St Mary's Primary SchoolPrimary · CatholicICSEA 1005
- Crookwell Public SchoolPrimary · GovernmentICSEA 963
- Crookwell High SchoolSecondary · GovernmentICSEA 940
Nearby (within 10km)
- Laggan Public SchoolPrimary · Government · 8.3kmICSEA 1006
Source: ACARA MySchool · Updated 2025
Transport
Source: TfNSW GTFS
Employment & Economy
Top local industries
Source: DEWR SALM / ABS Census 2021 · Updated SALM Mar 2026 / 2021 Census
Liveability
Amenities within 2–3km
Counted within a short distance of the suburb centre (so nearby facilities count), with the in-boundary count shown beneath.
In this suburb
Source: Bureau of Meteorology · OpenStreetMap · Healthdirect NHSD (via Geoscience Australia)
Fitness
Limited facilities
Below average — fewer fitness options nearby, so you may need to travel to a gym or pool.
Facilities within 3km of the suburb centre. The Fitness Score is a national percentile of these counts per resident.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Outdoors
Some green space
Around the national average — a reasonable amount of parks and outdoor space nearby.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Outdoor Score is a national percentile led by parks and green space.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Culture
Some cultural venues
Around the national average — a handful of cultural venues, with more on offer a short trip away.
Within 3km of the suburb centre. The Culture Score is a national percentile weighting theatres, museums, galleries, libraries and arts centres most heavily.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Entertainment Scene
Entertainment paradise
A seriously impressive licensed venue scene — top 20% nationally for density of pubs, bars, clubs and dining.
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Source: Liquor & Gaming NSW · Updated June 2024
Childcare
Strong options nearby
Well above average for childcare services — good choice and quality, with most families finding a place without a long drive.
View childcare centres on the map →
Source: ACECQA National Quality Framework Register · Updated July 2026
Aged Care
Government-subsidised aged care services located in this suburb. Star Ratings are the official ratings for residential aged care homes.
Source: Dept of Health, Disability and Ageing · Updated May 2026 Star Ratings
Places of Worship
Mapped places of worship within 3km of the suburb centre, grouped by religion where recorded. Community mapping may not capture every congregation.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Population & Growth
Moderate GrowthSource: ABS ERP & NSW DPHI
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Frequently asked questions about Crookwell
Is Crookwell safe?
Crookwell has a residential safety score of 92/100, based on residential crime (break-ins, theft from dwellings, vehicle theft, domestic assault and robbery) per resident relative to the NSW median. Its total recorded incident rate is 3,723 per 100,000 across all categories.
What are property prices in Crookwell?
In Crookwell, the median house price is $622K. Median weekly house rent is $462.
How far is Crookwell from Sydney CBD?
Crookwell is about 173.4 km from Sydney CBD.
What schools are in Crookwell?
Crookwell has 3 schools, with an average ICSEA of 969 (the national average is 1000). Schools are listed factually, not ranked.
What is public transport like in Crookwell?
Crookwell has a transport score of 0/100.