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Pumpenbil

NSW 2484 • New South Wales

247
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
40.77 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandSemi-RuralSubtropicalAlternative Lifestyle

About Pumpenbil

Pumpenbil is a small hinterland locality in the Tweed Shire of north-eastern New South Wales, situated approximately 7 kilometres west of Murwillumbah and around 70 kilometres south of the Gold Coast. With a 2021 Census population of 247 residents across roughly 41 square kilometres, it is a quiet rural community set amid the lush green hills and subtropical rainforest country characteristic of the Tweed Valley. The area is administered by Tweed Shire Council and has a below-average median household income, consistent with its rural residential character.

The Tweed hinterland setting places Pumpenbil within easy reach of the spectacular Wollumbin (Mount Warning) National Park and the scenic Tweed Valley, a region popular with nature lovers, artists, and those seeking an alternative lifestyle. Murwillumbah, with its shops, schools, and community services, is the closest service centre and accessible in a short drive. The locality suits those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle in the Northern Rivers region, with Byron Bay and the Gold Coast both within an hour's drive, while retaining the quiet, green seclusion of the hinterland.

Pumpenbil falls under postcode 2484 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tweed electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2484
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Tweed
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.38°, 153.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
40.77 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Tweed Link bus services — Murwillumbah / Tweed Heads Murwillumbah approx 15–20 min drive

Commute to Gold Coast CBD (Southport)

Distance
70 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Robina for Gold Coast Light Rail connections
By Car (Peak)
1–1.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
50–70 min

🛣️ Pacific Motorway (M1) accessible via Tweed Heads; car essential for local travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural hinterland locality with no local shops; a car is needed for all daily errands, with Murwillumbah the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Pumpenbil by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Pumpenbil Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Pumpenbil" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
247
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pumpenbil known for? +

Pumpenbil is known for its lush subtropical hinterland setting in the Tweed Valley, close to the spectacular Wollumbin (Mount Warning) National Park. The locality is part of the Northern Rivers region popular for its alternative lifestyle communities and scenic rainforest countryside.

How far is Pumpenbil from the Gold Coast? +

Pumpenbil is approximately 70 kilometres south-west of the Gold Coast CBD, typically a 50 to 90 minute drive depending on traffic, via the Pacific Motorway.

Does Pumpenbil have public transport? +

There is no direct public transport serving Pumpenbil. Tweed Link bus services connect the broader Tweed Shire to Murwillumbah and Tweed Heads, but a car is essential for getting around this rural locality. The nearest regular regional rail services are at Casino, approximately 40 kilometres west.

What is the population of Pumpenbil? +

According to the 2021 Census, Pumpenbil has a population of 247 residents, making it a small, dispersed rural community in the Tweed Shire hinterland of northern New South Wales.

Is Pumpenbil a good place to live? +

Pumpenbil appeals to those seeking a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle in the Northern Rivers hinterland, close to the Tweed Valley's natural beauty and within reach of Byron Bay and the Gold Coast. It suits lifestyle seekers and those connected to agriculture, with Murwillumbah providing nearby amenities.

What is the postcode for Pumpenbil? +

The postcode for Pumpenbil, NSW is 2484, shared with Murwillumbah and other localities in the Tweed Shire.