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Woombah

NSW 2469 • New South Wales

965
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
70.55 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideRemoteBushlandHistoric
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About Woombah

Woombah is a small rural locality in the Clarence Valley region of northern New South Wales, situated within the Clarence Valley Council local government area approximately 680 kilometres north of Sydney. Covering approximately 70 square kilometres, the locality recorded a population of 965 at the 2021 Census, reflecting a sparse settlement across Goodwood Island and surrounding farmland and bushland along the Clarence River. European settlement dates to the 1830s, when the area's timber resources drew the first settlers.

Woombah lies to the south of the World Heritage-listed Bundjalung National Park, positioning it within a richly biodiverse coastal hinterland near the mouth of the Clarence River. The nearby fishing villages of Yamba and Iluka are within easy reach, offering shops, cafes, and access to the Clarence River estuary and surf beaches. The area holds deep cultural significance as a meeting point between the Bundjalung and Yaegl Aboriginal peoples, and retains a quiet, agricultural character well-suited to those seeking a rural lifestyle on the Far North Coast of NSW.

Woombah falls under postcode 2469 and is governed by the Clarence Valley 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
2469
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Clarence Valley
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.34°, 153.00°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
70.55 km²
Population Density
14 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$900K
20 sales · ▼ 6.3% 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 2469

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2469 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$37,478
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$44,967

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2469; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional coaches — Grafton / Lismore 90-120 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
680 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Grafton (~90 km) for NSW TrainLink regional rail
By Car (Peak)
7-8 hours to Sydney; 90-120 min to Grafton
By Car (Off-Peak)
7 hours to Sydney; 80-90 min to Grafton

🛣️ Pacific Highway is the main arterial route; a car is essential for all daily travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Woombah is a remote rural locality with no local retail; a car is required for all shopping and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
965
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
460.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
333.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.1%
Non-DV assault
503.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
373 / 100k
2yr Down 17.1% 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Clarence Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Woombah known for? +

Woombah is known for its quiet riverside character on Goodwood Island in the Clarence Valley, its proximity to the World Heritage-listed Bundjalung National Park, and its significance as a meeting point of the Bundjalung and Yaegl Aboriginal peoples. The area has a long history of timber-getting and farming dating to the 1830s.

How far is Woombah from Sydney? +

Woombah is approximately 680 kilometres north of Sydney, making it a remote Far North Coast locality. The nearest regional centre is Grafton, approximately 90 kilometres to the south.

Does Woombah have public transport? +

Woombah has no train or regular local bus services. Limited regional coaches connect to Grafton and Lismore, but a private vehicle is essential for all daily travel.

What is the population of Woombah? +

Woombah recorded a population of 965 at the 2021 Census, spread across approximately 70 square kilometres within the Clarence Valley Council local government area in northern NSW.

Is Woombah a good place to live? +

Woombah suits those seeking a deeply rural, peaceful lifestyle in a scenic coastal hinterland setting. The area offers natural beauty, proximity to fishing towns and national parks, and a strong sense of place — though amenities are very limited and a car is essential for all daily needs.

What is the postcode for Woombah? +

The postcode for Woombah, NSW is 2469.

What is the median house price in Woombah? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $900,000, down 6.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Woombah a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Woombah is part of the Clarence 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.