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Uki

NSW 2484 • New South Wales

685
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16.34 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandLeafyQuietMulticultural
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About Uki

Uki is a small village nestled in the Tweed Valley of far northern New South Wales, approximately 8 kilometres south of Murwillumbah and around 30 kilometres inland from the Gold Coast, within the Tweed Shire council area. With a population of 685 residents across 16.3 square kilometres, the village sits in a lush subtropical valley beneath the dramatic silhouette of Mount Warning (Wollumbin), the first place in Australia to receive morning sunlight. The area's below-average median income reflects Uki's character as a haven for artists, alternative lifestyle seekers, and those who have traded urban earning power for an extraordinary natural environment.

Uki is well regarded for its alternative community feel, with a popular Saturday village market, heritage buildings, and a strong arts and creative culture that has defined the village for decades. The Tweed Valley's fertile volcanic soils support small-scale farming and market gardens, while the village serves as a gateway to Mount Warning National Park and the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, drawing bushwalkers and nature lovers year-round. Cafes and a general store serve the local community, while Murwillumbah provides the nearest full range of shopping, schools, and services for everyday needs.

Uki 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
16.34 km²
Population Density
42 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Uki for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.1M
21 sales · ▲ 28.7% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 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

  • Limited regional services via Murwillumbah — Murwillumbah / Tweed Heads 15-20 min to Murwillumbah

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
100 km
By Train
No direct rail; Gold Coast rail network accessible via car to Helensvale or Varsity Lakes (~45 km) then Translink rail
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 40 min to Brisbane CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min to Brisbane CBD

🛣️ Pacific Motorway provides access north to Gold Coast and Brisbane; Murwillumbah is the main local service hub

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small village with a café and general store walkable from the village centre, but a car is needed for most errands beyond the immediate area

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
685
▲ 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 Uki. 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 Uki known for? +

Uki is known for its laid-back alternative village atmosphere, popular Saturday markets, and spectacular setting beneath Mount Warning (Wollumbin) in the Tweed Valley. The village is a gateway to Mount Warning National Park and the Gondwana Rainforests World Heritage Area, attracting bushwalkers and nature lovers year-round.

How far is Uki from Murwillumbah? +

Uki is approximately 8 kilometres south of Murwillumbah, a short 10–15 minute drive, making Murwillumbah the closest town for shopping, schools, and services.

Does Uki have public transport? +

Public transport options in Uki are very limited. The former Murwillumbah rail line closed in 2004, and limited regional bus services connecting to Murwillumbah are the most practical public option. A car is strongly recommended for residents.

What is the population of Uki? +

According to the 2021 Census, Uki has a population of 685 residents across approximately 226 dwellings. The village has long attracted artists, creative professionals, and alternative lifestyle residents drawn to the rainforest setting.

Is Uki a good place to live? +

Uki is ideal for those seeking a creative, community-focused village lifestyle surrounded by spectacular subtropical rainforest scenery. It suits artists, nature lovers, and those comfortable with limited local services and car-dependent living in exchange for an extraordinary natural environment.

What is the postcode for Uki? +

The postcode for Uki is 2484, in New South Wales. This postcode also covers nearby Murwillumbah and other Tweed hinterland localities.

What is the median house price in Uki? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,100,000, up 28.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Uki a safe area? +

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