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Glengarrie

NSW 2486 • New South Wales

102
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.47 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HinterlandRuralQuietSemi-RuralLeafy
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About Glengarrie

Glengarrie is a small rural locality in the Tweed Shire of northern New South Wales, nestled in the hinterland between the Gold Coast and Murwillumbah. Covering 6.5 square kilometres with a population of just 102 residents, it is a quiet, elevated locality offering a semi-rural lifestyle close to the Queensland border. The postcode area has a median taxable income of $52,062 reflecting the region's mix of lifestyle properties and rural land use.

Perched in the Tweed hinterland, Glengarrie offers north-facing views across the Currumbin Valley towards the Gold Coast skyline. The surrounding landscape features pockets of subtropical rainforest, undulating pastures, and spring-fed waterways, making it attractive to hobby farmers and those seeking a tree-change. Murwillumbah is the nearest town for shopping and services, while the beaches of the Gold Coast and Tweed Coast are within a 20 to 30 minute drive, giving residents easy access to both hinterland tranquillity and coastal amenities.

Glengarrie 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
6.47 km²
Population Density
16 /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

  • Limited Tweed Shire services — Murwillumbah / Tweed Heads 20-30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
110 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Varsity Lakes or Robina station for Gold Coast Line to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
1.5-2 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hours

🛣️ Close to the Gold Coast (20-30 min drive). Tweed Heads and Coolangatta are approximately 15-20 km east. Access via Tomewin Road and the Pacific Motorway.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Glengarrie is a rural hinterland locality with no shops or services; a car is needed for all errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
102
▲ 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 Glengarrie. 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 Glengarrie known for? +

Glengarrie is a small hinterland locality in Tweed Shire known for its elevated position offering views across the Currumbin Valley to the Gold Coast skyline. The area features subtropical rainforest, undulating pastures, and spring-fed waterways, attracting those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle.

How far is Glengarrie from the Gold Coast? +

Glengarrie is approximately 20 to 30 kilometres from the Gold Coast beaches and Tweed Heads, about a 20 to 30 minute drive. Murwillumbah, the nearest service town, is roughly 15 to 20 minutes away.

Does Glengarrie have public transport? +

Glengarrie has very limited public transport. There is no rail service, and bus services in the area are minimal. The nearest train stations are on the Gold Coast in Queensland. A car is essential for daily travel.

What is the population of Glengarrie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Glengarrie has a population of 102 residents across 6.5 square kilometres. It is one of the smaller localities in the Tweed Shire.

Is Glengarrie a good place to live? +

Glengarrie appeals to those seeking a quiet hinterland lifestyle with space and natural beauty, while still being within a short drive of the Gold Coast beaches and Tweed Coast. It suits hobby farmers, tree-changers, and anyone wanting a peaceful retreat close to coastal amenities.

What is the postcode for Glengarrie? +

The postcode for Glengarrie, New South Wales is 2486, which it shares with Tweed Heads South and several other localities in the Tweed Shire.

Is Glengarrie a safe area? +

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