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Numulgi

NSW 2480 • New South Wales

207
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16.54 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableFamily-Friendly
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About Numulgi

Numulgi is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within the City of Lismore local government area approximately 16 kilometres north of Lismore. Covering around 16.5 square kilometres of hinterland terrain, the locality had a population of 207 at the 2021 Census. Numulgi is characterised by gently undulating farmland, acreage properties, and the relaxed lifestyle typical of the Northern Rivers region. The name Numulgi is of Aboriginal origin, reflecting the area's deep Indigenous heritage.

Residents of Numulgi enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle while remaining within easy reach of Lismore's services, including hospitals, schools, shopping, and the Southern Cross University campus. The Northern Rivers region is renowned for its subtropical natural environment, with the Richmond River corridor, rainforest hinterland, and coastal beaches all accessible within a short drive. The area attracts farmers, families seeking acreage, and those drawn to the alternative and creative community culture that defines the broader Lismore and Byron Bay region.

Numulgi falls under postcode 2480 and is governed by the Lismore Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Richmond, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2480
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lismore
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.71°, 153.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16.54 km²
Population Density
13 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2480

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2480, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,443
Median 2023–24
$50,499
▲ 21.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,215

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2480; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional bus services — Lismore approx 20-30 min

Commute to Lismore CBD

Distance
16 km
By Train
No rail; nearest former rail corridor in Lismore (no active passenger service)
By Car (Peak)
20-25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Car is primary mode; local roads connect to the Bruxner Highway and Lismore

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or public transport; all trips require a private vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
207
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
406.6 / 100k
2yr Down 43.5% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
292.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.1%
Non-DV assault
714.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
22.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
347.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.3%
View all 62 offence types for Lismore →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Numulgi NSW located? +

Numulgi is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of NSW, approximately 16 kilometres north of Lismore within the City of Lismore local government area.

What is the population of Numulgi? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 207 people in Numulgi.

What is Numulgi close to? +

Numulgi is close to Lismore, which provides schools, hospitals, supermarkets, and Southern Cross University. The Byron Bay and Ballina coastal areas are also within around 45–60 minutes by car.

Is Numulgi a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Numulgi is part of the Lismore 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.