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Tomewin

NSW 2484 • New South Wales

98
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
5.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandPeacefulRemote
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About Tomewin

Tomewin is a small rural locality straddling the New South Wales–Queensland border in the Tweed Shire, approximately 15 kilometres north of Murwillumbah and 20 kilometres from Coolangatta and Tweed Heads. Situated on and around Mount Tomewin, which rises to around 457 metres, the locality is part of the Gold Coast hinterland shared between the Tweed Valley (NSW) and the Currumbin Valley (QLD). With a population of just 98 residents at the 2021 Census and a land area of approximately 5.6 square kilometres, it is one of the most intimate and scenic localities in the region.

Tomewin's history dates from the mid-19th century, when European settlers engaged in timber getting (cedar and rosewood), cattle grazing, and banana growing in the valley. Today, most large-scale farming has given way to smaller hobby farms and rural lifestyle properties, and the area is valued for its privacy, mountain views, and proximity to the Gold Coast. Residents rely on Murwillumbah for everyday services and on the Gold Coast's Coolangatta area for airports, shopping centres, and major amenities — all within approximately 25–30 minutes by car.

Tomewin 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
5.65 km²
Population Density
17 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 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

  • No regular bus service to Tomewin — Murwillumbah / Tweed Heads (via car connection) N/A

Commute to Gold Coast CBD (Surfers Paradise)

Distance
100 km
By Train
No direct train; NSW TrainLink coach from Murwillumbah to Gold Coast takes approx. 36 min
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 30–40 min to Gold Coast CBD (Coolangatta area approx. 25–30 min)
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 25–35 min to Gold Coast CBD

🛣️ Car is essential. The border location means the Gold Coast is equally accessible as Murwillumbah for services. Brisbane is approx. 1.5 hr by car.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote mountain locality with no walkable services; a car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
98
▲ 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 Tomewin. 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 Tomewin known for? +

Tomewin is known for its scenic mountain setting on the NSW–Queensland border, its historic connection to timber getting, banana growing, and cattle grazing, and its position in the Gold Coast hinterland shared between Currumbin Valley (QLD) and the Tweed Valley (NSW).

How far is Tomewin from Murwillumbah? +

Tomewin is approximately 15 kilometres north of Murwillumbah, the nearest service town, and roughly 20 kilometres inland from Coolangatta/Tweed Heads. Both are approximately a 20–30 minute drive.

Does Tomewin have public transport? +

There is no regular public bus service directly to Tomewin. The nearest transport connections are via Murwillumbah, which has a NSW TrainLink coach stop and regional bus routes. A private vehicle is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Tomewin? +

At the 2021 Census, Tomewin had a population of 98 residents across approximately 5.6 square kilometres. It is a very small locality characterised by rural lifestyle properties and hobby farms.

Is Tomewin a good place to live? +

Tomewin appeals to those who value peace, privacy, and a beautiful mountain setting within commuting distance of the Gold Coast. Its border location offers the best of both NSW and Queensland — Tweed Valley character on one side, and Gold Coast amenities on the other.

What is the postcode for Tomewin? +

The postcode for Tomewin is 2484, shared with Murwillumbah and other localities in the Tweed Shire hinterland of northern New South Wales.

Is Tomewin a safe area? +

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