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Mooball

NSW 2483 • New South Wales

193
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
11.01 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandCoastalQuietTourist Hub
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About Mooball

Mooball is a small locality in the Tweed Shire in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, located between the Tweed Valley Way and the Pacific Motorway on the far north coast. Situated approximately 20 kilometres south of the Queensland border and close to Murwillumbah, Brunswick Heads, and Byron Bay, Mooball occupies a compact area of around 11 square kilometres with a population of approximately 193 residents at the 2021 Census. The locality falls on the lands of the Bundjalung people and has a median household income of around $37,000, reflecting its small farming and lifestyle community character.

Mooball has developed a distinctive identity around its cow-themed decorations — black and white cow prints adorn electricity poles throughout the town, and the quirky Moo Moo Roadhouse is a local landmark. The town is also home to one of Australia's big things: the Big Motorcycle. The Northern Rivers Rail Trail passes through Mooball, providing a popular walking and cycling route, while the nearby Mooball National Park offers bushland and wildlife habitat. Surrounded by the lush subtropical landscapes of the Tweed hinterland, Mooball is an accessible rural escape close to the beaches and lifestyle amenities of the Byron Bay and Tweed Coast region.

Mooball falls under postcode 2483 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
2483
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tweed
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Tweed
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.46°, 153.49°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
11.01 km²
Population Density
18 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2483

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2483, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,107
Median 2023–24
$46,301
▲ 24.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,443

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2483; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional bus services via Tweed Valley Way — Murwillumbah / Byron Bay Approx. 20–30 min to Murwillumbah

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
750 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest major rail at Casino or Gold Coast (QLD)
By Car (Peak)
9–10 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
8–9 hrs

🛣️ Pacific Motorway (M1) nearby provides easy access to Gold Coast (40 min) and Brisbane (90 min); Murwillumbah is the nearest service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Very limited local services; car needed for groceries and daily needs, with Murwillumbah the nearest major centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
193
▲ 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 Mooball. 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 Mooball known for? +

Mooball is known for its distinctive cow-themed decorations — including cow-print electricity poles and the Moo Moo Roadhouse — as well as the Big Motorcycle, one of Australia's famous "big things". The Northern Rivers Rail Trail passes through the town, and the nearby Mooball National Park is a popular natural attraction.

How far is Mooball from Byron Bay? +

Mooball is approximately 25 kilometres north of Byron Bay, making it around a 25 to 30 minute drive. It sits between Murwillumbah and the Tweed Coast, with easy access via the Pacific Motorway and Tweed Valley Way.

Does Mooball have public transport? +

Mooball no longer has an active train service — the former Lismore to Murwillumbah rail line is now the Northern Rivers Rail Trail. There are limited regional bus services, but a car is the most practical way to get around in and out of the locality.

What is the population of Mooball? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mooball has a population of approximately 193 residents. The locality covers around 11 square kilometres in Tweed Shire, making it a compact and tightly settled rural community.

Is Mooball a good place to live? +

Mooball offers a relaxed rural lifestyle within easy reach of the Tweed Coast's beaches and the lifestyle hub of Byron Bay. It suits those who enjoy a quiet community with subtropical surroundings, while the Pacific Motorway provides convenient access to Gold Coast and Brisbane for work or shopping.

What is the postcode for Mooball? +

The postcode for Mooball, NSW is 2483, which is shared with Burringbar and other nearby Northern Rivers localities.

Is Mooball a safe area? +

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