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Utungun

NSW 2447 • New South Wales

194
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
27.75 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandAffordableSemi-Rural
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About Utungun

Utungun is a small rural locality in the Nambucca Valley, situated in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales. With a population of around 194, it lies approximately 10 kilometres inland from Macksville and falls under the Nambucca Valley Council local government area. The area covers over 27 square kilometres of hilly hinterland terrain, characterised by rainforest-fringed gullies and mixed farming land.

The community is quiet and self-reliant, centred around the Utungun Community Centre on Taylors Arm Road, which serves as a gathering point for local residents. Residents drive to Macksville for supermarkets, schools, and health services, and to Nambucca Heads for coastal amenities. Utungun appeals to those seeking a bush or farming lifestyle in the beautiful Nambucca Valley hinterland.

Utungun falls under postcode 2447 and is governed by the Nambucca Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Cowper, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2447
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Nambucca Valley
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.77°, 152.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
27.75 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2447

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2447, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$35,857
Median 2023–24
$45,054
▲ 25.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,446

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2447; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Macksville
10 km
N/A — car required

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
440 km
By Train
No local service; nearest station at Macksville (~10 km)
By Car (Peak)
4.5–5 hr to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
4–4.5 hr to Sydney

🛣️ Car travel to Macksville (~10 km) for local services; Pacific Highway access nearby

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Remote rural locality with no footpaths or local shops — a car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
194
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
266.8 / 100k
2yr Down 41.1% 10yr Down 5.1%
Motor vehicle theft
314.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.1%
Non-DV assault
538.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
490.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Nambucca Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Utungun known for? +

Utungun is known for its peaceful bushland setting in the Nambucca Valley hinterland, characterised by rainforest-fringed gullies and small farms. The Utungun Community Centre on Taylors Arm Road is the social hub of the locality.

How far is Utungun from Macksville? +

Utungun is approximately 10 kilometres inland from Macksville, the nearest service town, which is about a 15-minute drive. Nambucca Heads on the coast is around 20 kilometres away.

Does Utungun have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Utungun. The nearest train station is at Macksville, approximately 10 kilometres away on the main North Coast line. A car is essential for daily life.

What is the population of Utungun? +

According to the 2021 Census, Utungun has a population of approximately 194 residents, making it a small and tightly-knit rural locality.

Is Utungun a good place to live? +

Utungun suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the beautiful Nambucca Valley, with affordable land and a strong bush community character. Access to services requires a short drive to Macksville, and the area offers no urban amenities on-site.

What is the postcode for Utungun? +

The postcode for Utungun is 2447, shared with the broader Nambucca Valley area including Macksville.

Is Utungun a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Utungun is part of the Nambucca Valley 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.