Dyraaba

NSW 2470 • New South Wales

113
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
66.25 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Dyraaba

Dyraaba is a small rural locality in the Richmond Valley local government area of northern New South Wales, located approximately 25 kilometres north-west of Casino. Covering around 66 square kilometres of hilly pastoral land, the locality has a modest population of roughly 113 residents living on rural and farming properties. The area is part of the rich agricultural hinterland of the Richmond River valley, characterised by beef cattle grazing and small mixed farms.

Life in Dyraaba is defined by the quiet rhythms of rural northern NSW, with the closest town of Casino serving as the main centre for shopping, schooling, and medical services. Casino itself is known as the 'Beef Capital of Australia', reflecting the deep-rooted beef cattle industry that underpins the local economy. The surrounding landscape features rolling green hills, native forest remnants, and creek systems typical of the Northern Rivers region. Residents value the privacy, space, and community connections that come with life on the land in this corner of New South Wales.

Dyraaba falls under postcode 2470 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

Postcode
2470
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.93°, 152.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
66.25 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2470

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2470, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,053
Median 2023–24
$50,592
20.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,723

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2470; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
No train service; nearest station at Casino (~25km)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 20 min - 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr - 2 hr 20 min

🛣️ Car essential; accessed via local roads to Casino, then the Pacific Motorway

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or public transport; vehicle required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
113
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 Dyraaba. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
156.5 / 100k
Motor vehicle theft
156.5 / 100k
Non-DV assault
240 / 100k
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
Steal from vehicle
229.6 / 100k

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dyraaba NSW located? +

Dyraaba is a small rural locality in the Richmond Valley LGA of northern New South Wales, situated approximately 25 kilometres north-west of Casino.

What is the nearest town to Dyraaba? +

The nearest major town to Dyraaba is Casino, known as the 'Beef Capital of Australia', which provides residents with access to shops, schools, and medical services.

What is the population of Dyraaba? +

Dyraaba has a population of approximately 113 residents according to the 2021 Census, living across a rural area of around 66 square kilometres in the Richmond Valley.

Is Dyraaba a safe area? +

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