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Urliup

NSW 2484 • New South Wales

193
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
15.43 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandPeacefulSemi-Rural
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About Urliup

Urliup is a quiet rural locality within the Tweed Shire of New South Wales, nestled in the lush hinterland of the Northern Rivers region. The locality covers approximately 15.4 square kilometres and had a population of 193 at the 2021 Census, spread across around 66 dwellings. With a median household income of around $37,665, the area reflects the modest, rural character typical of the Tweed Valley hinterland, attracting residents who value wide-open spaces and natural surroundings over urban convenience.

Urliup sits within easy reach of Murwillumbah, the Tweed Shire's main service hub, where residents access shops, schools, and medical facilities. The locality falls within the state electorate of Tweed and is known for its scenic subtropical landscape, with rolling green hills and dense bushland providing a peaceful backdrop. The Tweed Valley hinterland lifestyle appeals to hobby farmers, small landholders, and those seeking a tree-change within commuting distance of Tweed Heads and the Gold Coast.

Urliup 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
15.43 km²
Population Density
13 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 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

  • NSW TrainLink / Kinetic Tweed services — Murwillumbah / Tweed Heads Limited services; Murwillumbah is the nearest hub

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
98 km
By Train
No direct rail service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min–2 hr via Pacific Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 15 min–1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Gold Coast CBD is approximately 35 km; Murwillumbah is the nearest town with regular coach services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Urliup is a rural locality with no local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
193
▲ 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 Urliup. 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 Urliup known for? +

Urliup is known for its peaceful rural character in the Tweed Valley hinterland, with subtropical bushland, small hobby farms, and scenic landscapes typical of the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales.

How far is Urliup from the Gold Coast? +

Urliup is approximately 35 kilometres south-west of the Gold Coast CBD and around 12 kilometres west of Murwillumbah, the main service town in the Tweed Shire.

Does Urliup have public transport? +

Public transport options in Urliup are very limited. A car is essential for most errands. The nearest regular bus and coach services operate through Murwillumbah, approximately 12 kilometres away.

What is the population of Urliup? +

At the 2021 Census, Urliup had a population of 193 residents across approximately 66 dwellings, reflecting its small, rural character within the Tweed Shire.

Is Urliup a good place to live? +

Urliup suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Northern Rivers hinterland, with beautiful subtropical surroundings and reasonable proximity to Murwillumbah's services and the Tweed Coast beaches.

What is the postcode for Urliup? +

Urliup's postcode is 2484, which it shares with Murwillumbah and several other Tweed Shire localities in Northern New South Wales.

Is Urliup a safe area? +

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