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Byangum

NSW 2484 • New South Wales

153
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.13 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralQuietPeaceful
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About Byangum

Byangum is a small rural locality in the Tweed Shire, situated in the Tweed Valley of New South Wales approximately 5 kilometres south-west of Murwillumbah and around 100 kilometres south of Brisbane. With a population of 153 residents spread across 9 square kilometres, the locality is characterised by its rural residential properties and agricultural land, offering a quiet lifestyle within easy reach of the Tweed regional centre. The median household income reflects a modest rural demographic, consistent with other small localities in the Northern Rivers region.

Byangum Road connects residents to Murwillumbah, where essential services including schools, supermarkets, health care and community facilities are readily available. The surrounding countryside features the lush green hills typical of the Tweed Valley, with the iconic Wollumbin (Mount Warning) providing a dramatic backdrop to daily life. The area appeals to those seeking a rural lifestyle without straying far from regional amenities, and is within comfortable driving distance of the Gold Coast's beaches and services.

Byangum falls under postcode 2484 and is governed by the Tweed Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Richmond, while state elections fall under the Tweed electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2484
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tweed
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Tweed
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.38°, 153.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.13 km²
Population Density
17 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2484

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2484, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,665
Median 2023–24
$46,488
▲ 23.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,427

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2484; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Murwillumbah 10-15 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Pacific Motorway (M1) is the main route north to Brisbane. Gold Coast Airport is approx. 50 km south.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Byangum is a rural locality with no shops or services; all errands require a car trip to Murwillumbah.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
153
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Tweed Local Government Area, which contains Byangum. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
182.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
202.4 / 100k
2yr Down 30.1% 10yr Up 2.5%
Non-DV assault
416.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
359.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Tweed →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Byangum known for? +

Byangum is a quiet rural locality in the Tweed Shire, known for its green valley landscape and proximity to Wollumbin (Mount Warning). It offers a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle close to the regional town of Murwillumbah.

How far is Byangum from Brisbane? +

Byangum is approximately 100 kilometres south of Brisbane CBD, making it around a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Pacific Motorway (M1). The Gold Coast is about 50 kilometres to the north.

Does Byangum have public transport? +

Byangum has very limited public transport options. There is no passenger rail service; residents rely on private vehicles for most travel, with Murwillumbah about 5 kilometres away.

What is the population of Byangum? +

According to the 2021 Census, Byangum has a population of 153 residents, making it a very small rural locality within the Tweed Shire.

Is Byangum a good place to live? +

Byangum suits those who value a rural lifestyle with scenic Tweed Valley surroundings and a short drive to Murwillumbah's services. It is ideal for people who prefer peace and open space over urban convenience.

What is the postcode for Byangum? +

The postcode for Byangum is 2484, which it shares with Murwillumbah and several other localities in the Tweed Shire area.

Is Byangum a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Byangum is part of the Tweed LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.