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Duroby

NSW 2486 • New South Wales

74
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2.64 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralHinterlandPeaceful
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About Duroby

Duroby is a small rural locality within Tweed Shire in the far north-east of New South Wales, situated approximately 15 kilometres west of Tweed Heads and around 15 kilometres south of Murwillumbah. The locality covers a compact area of around 2.6 square kilometres and had a population of 74 at the 2021 Census, reflecting its quiet residential and semi-rural character. Duroby sits in the hinterland behind the Tweed Coast, part of the broader region that benefits from proximity to both the Gold Coast urban area and the scenic Tweed Valley.

The surrounding Tweed hinterland offers attractive scenery, with rolling hills, market gardens, and pockets of subtropical vegetation typical of the far north coast of NSW. Residents have easy access to the services of Tweed Heads, Murwillumbah, and the nearby Gold Coast across the Queensland border, including shopping centres, schools, hospitals, and the beach. The area is car-dependent but offers a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle within a short drive of the region's coastal and urban amenities.

Duroby falls under postcode 2486 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
2486
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tweed
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Tweed
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.22°, 153.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
2.64 km²
Population Density
28 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2486

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2486, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,205
Median 2023–24
$52,062
▲ 26.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,612

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2486; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Tweed Bus Company regional services — Murwillumbah / Tweed Heads Approx. 20-30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Gold Coast then train to Brisbane (approx. 1 hr 30 min total)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min – 1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Pacific Motorway (M1) provides main access to Brisbane and Gold Coast; nearest train station is at Robina or Varsity Lakes on the Gold Coast

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Duroby is a small rural locality with no local shops or services — a private vehicle is needed for all daily errands, with Tweed Heads and Murwillumbah the nearest service centres

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
74
▲ 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 Duroby. 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 Duroby known for? +

Duroby is a quiet hinterland locality in Tweed Shire known for its semi-rural character and proximity to both the Tweed Coast and the Gold Coast. The surrounding Tweed Valley offers scenic countryside typical of the far north coast of New South Wales.

How far is Duroby from Tweed Heads? +

Duroby is approximately 15 kilometres west of Tweed Heads, making it around a 15 to 20 minute drive from the coast and the NSW–Queensland border.

Does Duroby have public transport? +

Public transport in Duroby is very limited. Tweed Bus Company operates regional services connecting the broader area to Murwillumbah and Tweed Heads. There is no rail service in the locality; a private vehicle is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Duroby? +

According to the 2021 Census, Duroby has a population of approximately 74 residents. It is one of the smaller rural localities within Tweed Shire.

Is Duroby a good place to live? +

Duroby suits those seeking a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of the Gold Coast and Tweed Heads. It offers a quieter alternative to coastal living while remaining within a reasonable drive of schools, shops, hospitals, and beaches.

What is the postcode for Duroby? +

The postcode for Duroby is 2486, which it shares with Tweed Heads South and other localities in the Tweed Shire area of far north-east New South Wales.

Is Duroby a safe area? +

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