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Numinbah

NSW 2484 • New South Wales

89
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
29.70 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandNature LoversRainforestScenic

About Numinbah

Numinbah is a small rural locality in the Tweed Shire of New South Wales, nestled in the lush hinterland valleys near the Queensland border, approximately 30 kilometres inland from Murwillumbah. The area had a population of 89 at the 2021 census and covers around 30 square kilometres of scenic subtropical terrain featuring rainforest, creek valleys, and farming land. Numinbah shares its name and character with the adjacent Numinbah Valley in Queensland, forming a contiguous rural community across the border.

The locality attracts those seeking a peaceful hinterland lifestyle close to the natural beauty of the Tweed Valley and the McPherson Range. Residents enjoy access to walking trails, swimming holes, and the diverse flora of the northern NSW rainforest. Essential services are accessed in Murwillumbah, while the Gold Coast is roughly an hour by road, offering employment and urban amenities for those willing to commute.

Numinbah falls under postcode 2484 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tweed electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2484
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Tweed
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.38°, 153.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
29.70 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local Tweed Transit — Murwillumbah ~35 min

Commute to Gold Coast CBD

Distance
105 km
By Train
N/A
By Bus
N/A – limited
By Car (Peak)
~1 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr

🛣️ Murwillumbah is the closest service town (~30 km). Gold Coast is the nearest urban centre accessible by car.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural hinterland locality with no footpaths; car essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
89
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Numinbah known for? +

Numinbah is a small rural locality in the Tweed Shire of New South Wales, nestled in the lush hinterland valleys near the Queensland border, approximately 30 kilometres inland from Murwillumbah.

How far is Numinbah from Gold Coast CBD? +

Numinbah is approximately 105 kilometres from Gold Coast CBD. The drive takes around ~1 hr 20 min during peak hour and ~1 hr off-peak.

Does Numinbah have public transport? +

Numinbah is served by bus routes (Local Tweed Transit) connecting to Murwillumbah with a travel time of approximately ~35 min. There is no train or metro station in the suburb.

What is the population of Numinbah? +

According to the 2021 Census, Numinbah has a population of approximately 89 residents. It is one of the smaller localities in NSW.

Is Numinbah a good place to live? +

Numinbah suits those seeking a very quiet rural or remote lifestyle with minimal neighbours and close proximity to natural landscapes. Amenities are extremely limited locally, and a car is essential for all daily needs.

What is the postcode for Numinbah? +

The postcode for Numinbah in NSW is 2484.