Bungawalbin
NSW 2469 • New South Wales
About Bungawalbin
Bungawalbin is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated in the Richmond Valley area with a postcode of 2469. The locality covers approximately 91.7 square kilometres and recorded a population of 138 people at the 2021 census. Located in the lush hinterland south of Casino and east of Kyogle, Bungawalbin sits within a landscape of subtropical rainforest, rich farmland and the Bungawalbin Creek corridor, which forms part of the Bungawalbin National Park and State Forest.
The Bungawalbin area is valued for its natural environment, with Bungawalbin National Park protecting significant koala habitat, rainforest and wetland ecosystems. The locality suits those seeking a deeply rural lifestyle, with cattle farming and small-scale agriculture forming the economic backbone of the community. Casino, approximately 25 kilometres to the north, provides the nearest major services including supermarkets, schools and healthcare. The Northern Rivers hinterland lifestyle appeals to tree-changers and farmers who prize wide open spaces, affordable land and proximity to the region's natural landscapes.
Bungawalbin falls under postcode 2469 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Very limited regional services — Casino / Lismore 30-45 min to Casino
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Casino (~25km) is the nearest service centre. Lismore is ~60km. The XPT/Grafton train at Casino offers very limited services.
Very remote rural locality. A vehicle is essential for all daily needs. Casino is the nearest town with services.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bonalbo Central School ICSEA 7916665 1205 Yabbra St
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Chatsworth Island Public School ICSEA 9776646 4346 Chatsworth Island Rd
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Drake Public School ICSEA 92802 6737 6677 Allison Street
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Mummulgum Public School ICSEA 8816664 7205 Bruxner Hwy
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Old Bonalbo Public School ICSEA 7766665 3124 Duck Creek Road
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Rappville Public School ICSEA 8966661 7109 Lyons Street
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Tabulam Public School ICSEA 7756666 1219 Clarence St
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Bungawalbin by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Bungawalbin Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Bungawalbin" under Suburb