Koonyum Range
NSW 2482 • New South Wales
About Koonyum Range
Koonyum Range is a small rural locality situated in northern New South Wales, approximately 628 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The locality covers an area of 7.8 square kilometres and recorded a very small permanent population of just 17 residents in the 2021 Census. The surrounding landscape is typical of northern New South Wales country, characterised by broad agricultural land and sparse settlement patterns common to this part of New South Wales.
Koonyum Range is a quiet, rural locality where residents generally rely on private vehicles for daily needs, with the nearest towns providing access to essential services including groceries, medical facilities, and schools. The community is small and tightly-knit, reflecting the self-sufficient nature of rural life in this part of New South Wales. Outdoor activities such as farming, bushwalking, and exploring the natural landscapes of the region are part of everyday life for those who call Koonyum Range home.
Koonyum Range falls under postcode 2482 and is governed by the Byron Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Richmond, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 2482
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2482, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2482; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Koonyum Range is a remote rural locality; private vehicle is the primary mode of transport
Koonyum Range has no walkable amenities; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Brunswick River Rd
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114 Main Arm Road
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest 2025 rates for the Byron Local Government Area, which contains Koonyum Range. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.
Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)