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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

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 local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2480
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
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
Elevation
0m

🚌 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)

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

Nearby Suburbs

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.