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Upper Main Arm

NSW 2482 • New South Wales

283
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16.80 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandQuietPeacefulSemi-Rural
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About Upper Main Arm

Upper Main Arm is a small rural locality in the Byron Shire, tucked into the lush hinterland of northern New South Wales approximately 10 kilometres west of Mullumbimby and around 30 kilometres from Byron Bay. The locality covers 16.8 square kilometres of fertile valley country, with properties running along Main Arm Road through rolling paddocks and subtropical vegetation. With a 2021 population of 283, it is a tight-knit rural community with a below-average median income reflecting its alternative-lifestyle demographic.

Upper Main Arm is home to the historic Kohinur Hall, a community gathering point that hosts local events and reflects the locality's strong sense of community identity. Main Arm Upper Public School serves local families, and the surrounding landscape of creek frontage, rainforest pockets, and farmland draws those seeking an off-the-beaten-track Byron hinterland lifestyle. The area appeals strongly to small-scale farmers, artists, and those drawn to alternative living, sharing postcode 2482 with Mullumbimby, the nearest service town.

Upper Main Arm falls under postcode 2482 and is governed by the Byron 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
2482
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Byron
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.55°, 153.43°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16.80 km²
Population Density
17 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$888K
6 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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 2482

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2482, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$32,787
Median 2023–24
$39,782
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$56,633

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2482; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited rural services — Mullumbimby 15-20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
810 km
By Train
No practical train service from the locality; nearest regional rail at Casino
By Car (Peak)
9–10 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
8.5–9 hr

🛣️ Byron Bay is ~30km; Mullumbimby is the service hub at ~10km; Pacific Motorway accessible via Bangalow

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Entirely car-dependent; no shops or services in the locality itself

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
283
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
240.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
293.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 5.6%
Non-DV assault
682.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
465.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.6%
View all 62 offence types for Byron →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Upper Main Arm known for? +

Upper Main Arm is known for its lush subtropical hinterland setting, small farming properties, and its strong community identity centred around the historic Kohinur Hall. It is popular with alternative lifestyle residents and small-scale farmers in the Byron Shire hinterland.

How far is Upper Main Arm from Byron Bay? +

Upper Main Arm is approximately 30 kilometres west of Byron Bay, a drive of around 35 to 45 minutes via Mullumbimby and the Pacific Motorway.

Does Upper Main Arm have public transport? +

Upper Main Arm has very limited public transport. There is no rail service, and bus connections to Mullumbimby are minimal. Residents rely almost entirely on private vehicles for daily needs.

What is the population of Upper Main Arm? +

According to the 2021 Census, Upper Main Arm has a population of 283 residents, with roughly equal numbers of males and females across a rural locality of 16.8 square kilometres.

Is Upper Main Arm a good place to live? +

Upper Main Arm is well-suited to those seeking a quiet, nature-rich lifestyle in the Byron Shire hinterland. Its community spirit, scenic landscape, and proximity to Mullumbimby make it appealing, though daily services require a short drive and the area is fully car-dependent.

What is the postcode for Upper Main Arm? +

The postcode for Upper Main Arm, NSW is 2482, shared with the nearby town of Mullumbimby.

What is the median house price in Upper Main Arm? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $887,500. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Upper Main Arm a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Upper Main Arm is part of the Byron 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.