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Dulguigan

NSW 2484 • New South Wales

143
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
11.86 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Dulguigan

Dulguigan is a small rural locality in the Tweed Valley of northern New South Wales, located within the postcode 2484 area near Murwillumbah. Covering approximately 11.86 square kilometres, the locality had a population of just 143 residents at the 2021 Census. It lies in the fertile volcanic red soil country of the Tweed Valley, historically associated with sugar cane farming and subtropical agriculture.

Dulguigan offers a genuinely rural lifestyle in one of Australia's most scenic subtropical river valleys, within easy reach of both the Gold Coast hinterland and the northern NSW coastline. The area is attractive to those seeking acreage properties and a quiet country life, with Murwillumbah providing nearby town services, schools and shops. The Tweed Valley's World Heritage-listed volcanic landscape and proximity to Mount Warning add to the region's natural appeal.

Dulguigan 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
11.86 km²
Population Density
12 /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

  • Murwillumbah area services — Murwillumbah town centre 15-25 min

Commute to Gold Coast CBD

Distance
120 km
By Train
N/A (no rail service)
By Car (Peak)
75-90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
65 min

🛣️ Car-dependent; nearest major centre is Murwillumbah (approx 15 min drive); Gold Coast approx 75 min

Walkability Car-Dependent

Entirely rural; no footpaths, no public transport; car essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
143
▲ 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 Dulguigan. 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

Where is Dulguigan located? +

Dulguigan is a small rural locality in the Tweed Valley of northern NSW, near Murwillumbah, in the region renowned for its World Heritage volcanic landscape around Mount Warning.

What is Dulguigan known for? +

Dulguigan is part of the fertile Tweed Valley, historically associated with sugar cane and subtropical farming. The area is valued for its scenic rural character and proximity to the World Heritage Gondwana Rainforests.

How far is Dulguigan from the Gold Coast? +

Dulguigan is approximately 65–75 kilometres from the Gold Coast CBD, roughly a 65–90 minute drive depending on traffic and route.

Is there public transport in Dulguigan? +

Dulguigan has no train service. Limited bus services connect nearby Murwillumbah to the broader area, but a car is essential for daily life in this rural locality.

Is Dulguigan a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dulguigan 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.

What is the population of Dulguigan? +

Dulguigan had a population of 143 at the 2021 Census.