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Sleepy Hollow

NSW 2483 • New South Wales

123
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
11.60 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralCoastalAffordable
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About Sleepy Hollow

Sleepy Hollow is a small, secluded rural locality in far north-eastern New South Wales, within postcode 2483 near the Tweed–Byron hinterland region. With a population of just 123 at the 2021 Census spread across approximately 11.6 square kilometres, it is a quiet retreat of bush, farms, and acreage properties. Located at around latitude -28.46, longitude 153.49, it sits in the hinterland behind the Tweed coast, with Murwillumbah and the NSW–Queensland border region nearby.

Sleepy Hollow lives up to its name — it's a place where people come for peace, privacy, and a deep connection to the natural environment. The wider 2483 postcode encompasses parts of the Byron Bay hinterland, meaning residents enjoy proximity to world-class beaches, markets, and the vibrant arts and wellness communities of the Northern Rivers. Mullumbimby and Byron Bay are within reasonable driving distance. It suits lifestyle seekers, hobby farmers, and those looking for a creative, alternative way of living in one of Australia's most sought-after coastal hinterland regions.

Sleepy Hollow falls under postcode 2483 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
2483
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tweed
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Tweed
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.46°, 153.49°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
11.60 km²
Population Density
11 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2483

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2483, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,107
Median 2023–24
$46,301
▲ 24.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,443

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2483; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Murwillumbah

Distance
25 km
By Train
N/A — no rail service
By Car (Peak)
30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25 min

🛣️ Byron Bay is approximately 40 km south. A car is essential. Gold Coast Airport is around 50 km north.

Walkability Car Essential

Rural locality with no footpaths or public transport; a car is needed for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
123
▲ 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 Sleepy Hollow. 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

Where is Sleepy Hollow NSW? +

Sleepy Hollow is a small rural locality in the Tweed hinterland of far north-eastern NSW, within postcode 2483, near Murwillumbah and the NSW–QLD border.

What is the population of Sleepy Hollow NSW? +

At the 2021 Census, Sleepy Hollow had a population of 123 people across approximately 11.6 square kilometres.

Is Sleepy Hollow near Byron Bay? +

Sleepy Hollow is in the broader 2483 postcode region, which includes the Byron Bay hinterland. Byron Bay town centre is approximately 40 km to the south.

Is Sleepy Hollow a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Sleepy Hollow 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.

What is the population of Sleepy Hollow? +

Sleepy Hollow had a population of 123 at the 2021 Census.