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Tuntable Creek

NSW 2480 • New South Wales

215
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
19.19 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableHistoric
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About Tuntable Creek

Tuntable Creek is a small rural locality nestled in the hinterland hills of far northern New South Wales, approximately 15 kilometres south-west of Nimbin in the Lismore local government area. With a population of around 214 people, the area is part of the famously alternative Northern Rivers region and is known for its lush subtropical rainforest, communal landholdings, and strong counterculture heritage dating back to the 1970s back-to-the-land movement. The locality takes its name from Tuntable Creek, which flows through the verdant valley.

Tuntable Creek attracts residents who value an intentional lifestyle close to nature, with several well-known intentional communities and organic farms calling the area home. The nearby township of Nimbin provides a quirky local hub for cafes, markets, and services, while Lismore offers access to larger retail, education, and health facilities. Residents enjoy stunning landscapes including dense eucalypt and rainforest bushland, waterfalls, and a strong sense of community among those seeking an alternative to mainstream urban living.

Tuntable Creek 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
19.19 km²
Population Density
11 /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

  • Nimbin shuttle — Nimbin / Lismore 20–40 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
770 km
By Train
No train; nearest rail at Lismore (bus connection)
By Car (Peak)
9 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
9 hr

🛣️ Lismore (~30 km) is the regional centre; Ballina Byron Gateway Airport serves the region

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural bush roads; no footpaths; vehicle or bicycle required

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
215
▲ 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 Tuntable Creek. 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

Where is Tuntable Creek located? +

Tuntable Creek is a rural locality approximately 15 kilometres south-west of Nimbin in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales.

What is Tuntable Creek known for? +

Tuntable Creek is known for its alternative communities and intentional living, set in lush subtropical hinterland near the counterculture hub of Nimbin.

What is the population of Tuntable Creek? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 214 residents in Tuntable Creek, NSW.

What is the nearest town to Tuntable Creek? +

Nimbin is the nearest town at about 15 km, while Lismore (approximately 30 km) is the main regional service centre with hospitals, schools and larger retail.

Is Tuntable Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tuntable Creek 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.