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Unumgar

NSW 2474 • New South Wales

20
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
42.34 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Unumgar

Unumgar is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within Kyogle Council area approximately 30 kilometres south-west of Kyogle. The locality spans around 42 square kilometres of lush hilly terrain in the Border Ranges foothills, with a tiny population of about 20 people according to the 2021 Census. The name is believed to derive from an Aboriginal word for the area, reflecting the deep Indigenous heritage of the Northern Rivers.

The landscape around Unumgar is defined by verdant farming land, cattle grazing, and subtropical bush, offering a tranquil and isolated lifestyle. Residents are largely engaged in small-scale agriculture and take advantage of the natural beauty of the nearby Border Ranges National Park. The closest town, Kyogle, provides essential services including schools, medical facilities, and shops.

Unumgar falls under postcode 2474 and is governed by the Kyogle Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Page, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2474
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Kyogle
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.50°, 152.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
42.34 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2474

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2474, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$33,379
Median 2023–24
$42,063
▲ 26.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,734

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2474; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited or no scheduled services — Nearest regional town Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
618 km
By Train
No rail service available
By Car (Peak)
2+ hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5+ hours

🛣️ A private vehicle is essential in this rural locality

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

This is a rural or semi-rural locality where virtually all errands require a private vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
20
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
156.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
156.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
240 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
229.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Kyogle →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Unumgar located? +

Unumgar is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, approximately 30 km south-west of Kyogle within the Kyogle Council area.

What is the population of Unumgar? +

According to the 2021 Census, Unumgar has a population of around 20 people, making it one of the smaller localities in the Northern Rivers.

What national park is near Unumgar? +

The Border Ranges National Park is located close to Unumgar, offering excellent bushwalking and wildlife viewing in a World Heritage-listed rainforest setting.

Is Unumgar a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Unumgar is part of the Kyogle 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.