Mullumbimby

NSW 2482 • Rest of NSW

4,180
Population (2021)
$34,320
Median Income
27.61 km²
Area
9m
Elevation

About Mullumbimby

Mullumbimby is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Byron (Area) area. With a population of 4,180 and a median income of $34,320, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 27.61 km² at an elevation of 9m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Mullumbimby is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Mullumbimby falls under postcode 2482 and is governed by Byron Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ballina electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2482
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.55°, 153.50°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
27.61 km²
Elevation
9m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Station Street Mullumbimby 2482 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Mullumbimby, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Wilsons Creek road, Mullumbimby • SHR #01926

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$500
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,929
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
45 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,596
Census 2021
4,180
16.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,040
Income 2021
$34,320
26.9% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,942
Born Overseas 847

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 242
  • 2. New Zealand 83
  • 3. Germany 73
  • 4. United States 45
  • 5. France 29
  • 6. Japan 28
  • 7. South Africa 28
  • 8. Netherlands 19
  • 9. Brazil 17
  • 10. Canada 16
  • 11. Thailand 13
  • 12. Italy 12
  • 13. Scotland 12
  • 14. Indonesia 11
  • 15. Philippines 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,744
Australian 1,268
Irish 671
Scottish 538
German 311
Italian 168
Australian Aboriginal 82
French 70
Polish 66
Dutch 65

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,048
Both parents born in Australia
1,054
Both parents born overseas
682
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
59.2%
Christianity
22.6%
Buddhism
2.6%
Judaism
2.0%
Hinduism
0.5%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
188 (4.5%)
5-14 years
551 (13.2%)
15-19 years
271 (6.5%)
20-24 years
139 (3.3%)
25-34 years
417 (10.0%)
35-44 years
526 (12.6%)
45-54 years
642 (15.4%)
55-64 years
577 (13.8%)
65-74 years
524 (12.5%)
75-84 years
244 (5.8%)
85+ years
112 (2.7%)

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