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Gumma

NSW 2447 • New South Wales

486
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
29.23 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalFamily-FriendlyNature
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About Gumma

Gumma is a small rural locality on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, situated in the Nambucca Valley approximately 5 kilometres south-west of Macksville and within the Oxley state electorate. Covering 29.2 square kilometres of river flat and hinterland farming country, the locality recorded a population of 486 at the 2021 census, comprising a mix of farming families and rural lifestyle residents. The surrounding landscape features the productive floodplains of the Nambucca River system, which supports dairy farming, beef cattle, timber and market gardening. The locality's flat river country and established rural character make it a quiet and scenic part of the lower Nambucca Valley.

Gumma residents enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle with easy access to the services and amenities of nearby Macksville, which offers supermarkets, schools, cafes and a hospital, and the larger Nambucca Heads township with its beachside attractions approximately 10 kilometres to the east. The Nambucca River provides opportunities for fishing, kayaking and nature walks, while the region's hinterland roads attract cyclists and touring visitors. The Mid North Coast's warm climate, affordable land prices and proximity to coastal beaches attract retirees, families and sea-changers. Coffs Harbour (~40 km north) and Port Macquarie (~100 km south) offer expanded retail and airport connections.

Gumma falls under postcode 2447 and is governed by the Nambucca Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Cowper, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2447
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Nambucca Valley
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.77°, 152.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
29.23 km²
Population Density
17 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Gumma for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.1M
5 sales · vs 2024 n/a

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2447

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2447, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$35,857
Median 2023–24
$45,054
▲ 25.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,446

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2447; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Macksville
5 km
NSW TrainLink North Coast Line – services to Sydney (~7 hrs) and Brisbane (~5 hrs)

Bus Services

  • Busways Mid North Coast routes — Macksville / Nambucca Heads / Coffs Harbour ~10–15 min to Macksville

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
530 km
By Train
~7 hrs (drive to Macksville, then NSW TrainLink North Coast Line to Central)
By Bus
Greyhound / Premier coach ~8 hrs to Sydney
By Car (Peak)
~5 hr 30 min to Sydney via Pacific Highway/M1
By Car (Off-Peak)
~5 hrs

🛣️ Macksville (~5 km) is the local service hub with a TrainLink station. Coffs Harbour (~40 km north) has a regional airport. Daily commuting to Sydney is impractical; most residents are locally employed.

Walkability Car Dependent

Gumma is a rural locality with no walkable shops. A car is needed for all daily needs. Macksville's town centre is a short drive away with full services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
486
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Nambucca Valley Local Government Area, which contains Gumma. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
266.8 / 100k
2yr Down 41.1% 10yr Down 5.1%
Motor vehicle theft
314.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.1%
Non-DV assault
538.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
490.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Nambucca Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gumma known for? +

Gumma is a small rural locality on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, situated in the Nambucca Valley approximately 5 kilometres south-west of Macksville and within the Oxley state electorate.

How far is Gumma from Sydney CBD? +

Gumma is approximately 530 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around ~5 hr 30 min to Sydney via Pacific Highway/M1 during peak hour and ~5 hrs off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately ~7 hrs (drive to Macksville, then NSW TrainLink North Coast Line to Central).

Does Gumma have public transport? +

Gumma is served by Macksville station (5 km, approximately null walk) on the NSW TrainLink North Coast Line – services to Sydney (~7 hrs) and Brisbane (~5 hrs). Local bus services including Busways Mid North Coast routes also connect residents to Macksville / Nambucca Heads / Coffs Harbour.

What is the population of Gumma? +

According to the 2021 Census, Gumma has a population of approximately 486 residents. It is a small community by Australian standards.

Is Gumma a good place to live? +

Gumma appeals to those who value a relaxed rural lifestyle, open space, and a small community atmosphere. Everyday services require travel to the nearest town, so a private vehicle is a must.

What is the postcode for Gumma? +

The postcode for Gumma in NSW is 2447.

What is the median house price in Gumma? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,100,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Gumma a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Gumma is part of the Nambucca Valley 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.