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Sandilands

NSW 2469 • New South Wales

20
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.30 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteBushlandQuiet

About Sandilands

Sandilands is a very small rural locality in the Kyogle Council area of northern New South Wales, situated in the Northern Rivers region close to the Queensland border. Covering around 18 square kilometres, the locality recorded a population of just 20 at the 2021 Census, making it one of the smallest inhabited localities in the region. The area falls within postcode 2469, which is shared with a number of other small rural localities in the broader Kyogle hinterland.

The Kyogle Council area is known for its lush green landscapes, beef cattle grazing, and timber country, and Sandilands shares in this rural character with properties set among rolling hills and subtropical bushland. The town of Kyogle, approximately 30 kilometres to the north, provides the closest services including shops, schools, and medical facilities, while Casino to the south is the major regional centre for the Northern Rivers inland. The locality is accessed by local roads and is best suited to those seeking a quiet, off-the-beaten-path lifestyle in the green hills of northern New South Wales.

Sandilands falls under postcode 2469 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2469
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.90°, 152.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.30 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No local bus service — N/A Car required; limited services available in Kyogle (~30km north)

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
780 km
By Train
No direct train service from Sandilands. Casino Station (~50km south) has NSW TrainLink services to Sydney (approximately 9–10 hours).
By Car (Peak)
8 hr – 9 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
7 hr 30 min – 8 hr 30 min

🛣️ Brisbane CBD is closer (~2.5 hours via Kyogle). Private vehicle is essential for all local travel.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Sandilands is a remote rural locality with no local amenities; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
20
▲ 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

What is Sandilands known for? +

Sandilands is a quiet, very small rural locality set among the green hills of the Kyogle hinterland in northern New South Wales. The area is typical of the broader Kyogle Council region, characterised by beef cattle grazing, subtropical vegetation, and a peaceful, off-the-beaten-path lifestyle.

How far is Sandilands from the nearest town? +

Sandilands is located approximately 30 kilometres south of Kyogle, which is the nearest service town, and around 50 kilometres north of Casino, the major regional centre for the Northern Rivers inland. Travel between these towns is by local roads through rural countryside.

Does Sandilands have public transport? +

Sandilands has no public transport services. The locality is small and rural, and a private vehicle is essential for accessing shops, schools, and services in Kyogle or Casino.

What is the population of Sandilands? +

According to the 2021 Census, Sandilands has a population of just 20 residents, making it one of the smallest inhabited localities in the Kyogle Council area of northern New South Wales.

Is Sandilands a good place to live? +

Sandilands suits people who actively seek a remote rural lifestyle with privacy, open space, and natural surroundings. Services are limited and require a significant drive, so it is best suited to those self-sufficient in day-to-day needs and comfortable with the distances involved.

What is the postcode for Sandilands? +

The postcode for Sandilands is 2469, shared with a number of small rural localities in the Kyogle Council area of northern New South Wales.