Cobar
Cobar is one of NSW's top-performing councils, ranking =22nd of 128 and strongest on core operations.
"Outback mining town — copper heritage and vast western NSW plains"
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New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 4,015
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
61 out of 100
#13 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#22 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 32/100 |
| Community Services | 81/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 38/100 |
| Core Operations | 93/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Cobar performs strongest in Core Operations (scoring 93 out of 100 against peers), with room to improve in Sustainability (currently 32 out of 100).
What Makes This Place Unique
Outback mining town — copper heritage and vast western NSW plains
Cobar is a working mining town in western NSW with a rich copper mining history.
Known For
- Working copper and gold mines
- Great Cobar Heritage Centre
- Outback gateway town
- Vast western NSW pastoral country
Living Here
Cobar is a remote mining town. Affordable with basic services. The mining economy provides employment.
Hidden Gem
Mount Grenfell Historic Site — remarkable Aboriginal rock art in the outback near Cobar.