Mullumbimby
NSW 2482 • Rest of NSW
About Mullumbimby
Mullumbimby is a rural township in New South Wales' Northern Rivers region, situated approximately 18 kilometres west of Byron Bay within the Byron Shire Council area. With a population of 4,180 and a median age of 45, the town has a well-established, mature demographic shaped by decades of alternative and creative migration. The median household income of around $1,355 per week reflects a mix of working families, artists, and lifestyle-seekers. The township covers 27.6 square kilometres of low-lying land near Mullumbimby Creek, and carries State-listed heritage significance through its historic hydro-electric power station complex.
Affectionately known as 'Mullum', the town has a well-earned reputation as one of Australia's most celebrated countercultural communities, attracting artists, musicians, and those seeking an alternative way of life. The compact town centre offers independent cafes, organic produce stores, a weekly farmers' market, and an eclectic mix of boutique retailers. The surrounding hinterland provides rainforest walks, farm stays, and easy access to the beaches of Byron Bay. Public transport consists of regional bus services to Byron Bay, Ballina, and Lismore, making a private vehicle essential for most residents.
Mullumbimby falls under postcode 2482 and is governed by Byron Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ballina electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Busways Route 640/641 — Byron Bay 25-35 min
- NSW TrainLink regional coach — Lismore / Ballina 45-55 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Mullumbimby is 175 km south of Brisbane CBD (~2 hrs by car); Byron Bay is the nearest urban centre (~18 km, 20 min)
The town centre is walkable for daily errands, but a car is needed for most services and travel beyond the central strip
Supermarkets Nearby
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WoolworthsStation Street Mullumbimby 2482 NSW
Schools
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Brunswick River Rd
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114 Main Arm Road
Heritage-Listed Places
There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Mullumbimby, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Mullumbimby by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Mullumbimby Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Mullumbimby" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
11 state housing + 24 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 242
- 2. New Zealand 83
- 3. Germany 73
- 4. United States 45
- 5. France 29
- 6. Japan 28
- 7. South Africa 28
- 8. Netherlands 19
- 9. Brazil 17
- 10. Canada 16
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)