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Farrants Hill

NSW 2484 • New South Wales

131
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandSemi-RuralQuiet
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About Farrants Hill

Farrants Hill is a small rural locality in Tweed Shire, situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales approximately 13 kilometres south-west of Murwillumbah and 29 kilometres south-west of Tweed Heads. Covering just under 3.6 square kilometres, the locality has a population of around 131 residents and sits in the hinterland country behind the Tweed Coast. The Ngandowal and Minyungbal speaking peoples of the Bundjalung Nation are the traditional custodians of the Tweed region, including Farrants Hill and its surrounds.

The landscape around Farrants Hill is characterised by lush subtropical hinterland — rolling hills, dense vegetation, and small rural properties. Residents enjoy the laid-back Northern Rivers lifestyle, with Murwillumbah offering essential services, shops, schools, and medical care nearby. The Tweed Coast beaches and the Mount Warning (Wollumbin) National Park are within easy reach, making this a sought-after area for those valuing natural beauty and a quieter pace of life away from the coast.

Farrants Hill 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
3.57 km²
Population Density
37 /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

Nearest Train Stations

Murwillumbah (former)
13 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Murwillumbah Approx. 20-30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
760 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 20 min - 1 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min - 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Tweed Heads and Gold Coast are the nearest large centres; Pacific Motorway M1 accessible via Murwillumbah

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; no walkable services within the locality itself

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
131
▲ 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 Farrants Hill. 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 Farrants Hill known for? +

Farrants Hill is a quiet rural locality in the lush Northern Rivers hinterland of NSW, valued for its natural subtropical surroundings, rural lifestyle, and proximity to the Tweed Coast and the Mount Warning (Wollumbin) National Park area.

How far is Farrants Hill from the Gold Coast or Brisbane? +

Farrants Hill is approximately 29 kilometres south-west of Tweed Heads and around 90 kilometres south of Brisbane CBD, making it roughly a 1.5-hour drive to Brisbane under normal conditions.

Does Farrants Hill have public transport? +

Public transport is very limited at Farrants Hill. There is no current passenger rail service, and most residents rely on a private vehicle for all travel. Murwillumbah, about 13 kilometres away, has bus connections to Tweed Heads and the Gold Coast.

What is the population of Farrants Hill? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 131 residents in Farrants Hill, making it a very small rural locality within the Tweed Shire.

Is Farrants Hill a good place to live? +

Farrants Hill suits people who love the Northern Rivers hinterland lifestyle — lush natural surroundings, rural privacy, and a relaxed pace. It is well-suited to those who work remotely or on the land and are happy to travel to Murwillumbah for everyday needs.

What is the postcode for Farrants Hill? +

The postcode for Farrants Hill is 2484, which covers a number of localities in the Tweed hinterland including Murwillumbah.

Is Farrants Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Farrants Hill 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.