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Cougal

NSW 2474 • New South Wales

30
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
35.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRainforestHinterlandRemoteNature Lovers
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About Cougal

Cougal is a small rural locality in the Kyogle Council local government area in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, sharing the 2474 postcode with Kyogle itself. Covering approximately 35.9 square kilometres of hilly terrain near the NSW–Queensland border, it recorded a population of just 30 people in the 2021 census. The locality sits within the rainforest hinterland country of the Border Ranges and is part of the broader Kyogle area, which lies around two hours' drive south of Brisbane. The name Cougal is of Aboriginal origin, reflecting the deep Indigenous heritage of the Northern Rivers region.

Cougal's appeal is its extraordinary natural setting — the rugged Border Ranges National Park and surrounding hinterland offer stunning biodiversity, waterfalls, and walking trails. The nearest service centre is Kyogle, approximately 20 kilometres away, where residents access schools, supermarkets, and health services. The Summerland Way provides the main arterial connection linking the area to Lismore, Casino, and the broader Northern Rivers. Those who choose to live here typically do so for a deeply rural, off-the-beaten-track lifestyle surrounded by World Heritage rainforest landscapes.

Cougal falls under postcode 2474 and is governed by the Kyogle Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Page, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2474
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Kyogle
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.50°, 152.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
35.86 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2474

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2474, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$33,379
Median 2023–24
$42,063
▲ 26.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,734

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2474; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kyogle
20 km
North Coast Line (limited freight/heritage services; no regular passenger trains)

Bus Services

  • Regional bus — Kyogle / Lismore ~25 min to Kyogle

Commute to Kyogle

Distance
20 km
By Bus
~25 min to Kyogle (limited services)
By Car (Peak)
~20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~18 min

🛣️ No regular passenger rail. Lismore is the nearest major centre, approximately 70km south-east via Summerland Way. Casino is ~45km to the south.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A remote rural locality with no local services or public transport. All trips require a private vehicle, typically a 4WD-capable one given the terrain.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
30
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
156.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
156.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
240 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
229.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Kyogle →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cougal known for? +

Cougal's appeal is its extraordinary natural setting — the rugged Border Ranges National Park and surrounding hinterland offer stunning biodiversity, waterfalls, and walking trails.

How far is Cougal from Sydney CBD? +

Cougal is approximately 20 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~20 min in peak hour and ~18 min off-peak.

Does Cougal have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Kyogle (20 km away, approximately null walk) on the North Coast Line (limited freight/heritage services; no regular passenger trains). Bus services include Regional bus, running to Kyogle / Lismore in approximately ~25 min to Kyogle.

What is the population of Cougal? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cougal has a very small population of approximately 30 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Cougal a good place to live? +

Cougal is a sparsely populated locality suited to those seeking a rural or wilderness experience rather than typical suburban amenities.

What is the postcode for Cougal? +

The postcode for Cougal is 2474. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Cougal a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cougal is part of the Kyogle 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.