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Pumpenbil

NSW 2484 • New South Wales

247
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
40.77 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandSemi-RuralSubtropicalAlternative Lifestyle
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About Pumpenbil

Pumpenbil is a small hinterland locality in the Tweed Shire of north-eastern New South Wales, situated approximately 7 kilometres west of Murwillumbah and around 70 kilometres south of the Gold Coast. With a 2021 Census population of 247 residents across roughly 41 square kilometres, it is a quiet rural community set amid the lush green hills and subtropical rainforest country characteristic of the Tweed Valley. The area is administered by Tweed Shire Council and has a below-average median household income, consistent with its rural residential character.

The Tweed hinterland setting places Pumpenbil within easy reach of the spectacular Wollumbin (Mount Warning) National Park and the scenic Tweed Valley, a region popular with nature lovers, artists, and those seeking an alternative lifestyle. Murwillumbah, with its shops, schools, and community services, is the closest service centre and accessible in a short drive. The locality suits those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle in the Northern Rivers region, with Byron Bay and the Gold Coast both within an hour's drive, while retaining the quiet, green seclusion of the hinterland.

Pumpenbil falls under postcode 2484 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
2484
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tweed
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Tweed
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.38°, 153.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
40.77 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Pumpenbil for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.4M
7 sales · vs 2024 n/a

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2484

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2484, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,665
Median 2023–24
$46,488
▲ 23.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,427

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2484; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Tweed Link bus services — Murwillumbah / Tweed Heads Murwillumbah approx 15–20 min drive

Commute to Gold Coast CBD (Southport)

Distance
70 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Robina for Gold Coast Light Rail connections
By Car (Peak)
1–1.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
50–70 min

🛣️ Pacific Motorway (M1) accessible via Tweed Heads; car essential for local travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural hinterland locality with no local shops; a car is needed for all daily errands, with Murwillumbah the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
247
▲ 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 Pumpenbil. 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 Pumpenbil known for? +

Pumpenbil is known for its lush subtropical hinterland setting in the Tweed Valley, close to the spectacular Wollumbin (Mount Warning) National Park. The locality is part of the Northern Rivers region popular for its alternative lifestyle communities and scenic rainforest countryside.

How far is Pumpenbil from the Gold Coast? +

Pumpenbil is approximately 70 kilometres south-west of the Gold Coast CBD, typically a 50 to 90 minute drive depending on traffic, via the Pacific Motorway.

Does Pumpenbil have public transport? +

There is no direct public transport serving Pumpenbil. Tweed Link bus services connect the broader Tweed Shire to Murwillumbah and Tweed Heads, but a car is essential for getting around this rural locality. The nearest regular regional rail services are at Casino, approximately 40 kilometres west.

What is the population of Pumpenbil? +

According to the 2021 Census, Pumpenbil has a population of 247 residents, making it a small, dispersed rural community in the Tweed Shire hinterland of northern New South Wales.

Is Pumpenbil a good place to live? +

Pumpenbil appeals to those seeking a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle in the Northern Rivers hinterland, close to the Tweed Valley's natural beauty and within reach of Byron Bay and the Gold Coast. It suits lifestyle seekers and those connected to agriculture, with Murwillumbah providing nearby amenities.

What is the postcode for Pumpenbil? +

The postcode for Pumpenbil, NSW is 2484, shared with Murwillumbah and other localities in the Tweed Shire.

What is the median house price in Pumpenbil? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,395,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Pumpenbil a safe area? +

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