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Tuckurimba

NSW 2480 • New South Wales

112
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
15.69 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralNorthern RiversHinterlandQuiet
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About Tuckurimba

Tuckurimba is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated approximately 20 kilometres south of Lismore within the City of Lismore local government area. Covering around 15.7 square kilometres of hinterland terrain, the locality sits on the traditional country of the Widjabul and Wia-bal peoples of the Bundjalung Nation. With a population of 112 at the 2021 Census, Tuckurimba is a quiet semi-rural community amid the fertile, subtropical lowlands characteristic of the Richmond River catchment.

Tuckurimba offers a peaceful rural lifestyle within easy reach of the services and amenities of Lismore, the regional capital of the Northern Rivers. Residents benefit from proximity to Lismore's hospitals, schools, shopping centres, and cultural life, while enjoying the open paddocks, lush greenery, and relaxed pace of the surrounding hinterland. The Northern Rivers region is renowned for its alternative lifestyle communities, subtropical climate, and rich biodiversity. A car is required for daily needs, though Lismore's CBD is a straightforward 20-minute drive to the north.

Tuckurimba falls under postcode 2480 and is governed by the Lismore Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Richmond, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2480
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Lismore
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.71°, 153.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
15.69 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2480

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2480, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,443
Median 2023–24
$50,499
▲ 21.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,215

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2480; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Lismore Bus Service regional routes — Lismore CBD Approximately 25–35 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
750 km
By Train
No direct service; Byron Bay or Casino are nearest train options (~50–60 km)
By Car (Peak)
Approximately 2 hr 45 min via Bruxner Highway and Pacific Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approximately 2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Closer to Brisbane than Sydney; Lismore (20 km north) is the main service hub; car essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Tuckurimba is a rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require driving to Lismore or surrounding towns

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
112
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Lismore Local Government Area, which contains Tuckurimba. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
406.6 / 100k
2yr Down 43.5% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
292.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.1%
Non-DV assault
714.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
22.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
347.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.3%
View all 62 offence types for Lismore →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tuckurimba known for? +

Tuckurimba is a peaceful rural locality on Bundjalung Nation country in NSW's Northern Rivers, known for its subtropical hinterland setting and proximity to Lismore and the broader Northern Rivers lifestyle community.

How far is Tuckurimba from Lismore? +

Tuckurimba is approximately 20 kilometres south of Lismore, making it about a 25–35 minute drive to the regional centre.

Does Tuckurimba have public transport? +

Public transport is limited; some regional bus services connect the area to Lismore. There is no local train station, with the nearest passenger rail access being some distance away.

What is the population of Tuckurimba? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tuckurimba has a population of 112 people across approximately 15.7 square kilometres of rural Northern Rivers hinterland.

Is Tuckurimba a good place to live? +

Tuckurimba appeals to those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle in the Northern Rivers region, with the convenience of Lismore's services nearby. A private vehicle is essential for daily life.

What is the postcode for Tuckurimba? +

Tuckurimba's postcode is 2480, which it shares with Lismore and several surrounding Northern Rivers localities.

Is Tuckurimba a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tuckurimba is part of the Lismore 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.