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Tomewin

NSW 2484 • New South Wales

98
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
5.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandPeacefulRemote

About Tomewin

Tomewin is a small rural locality straddling the New South Wales–Queensland border in the Tweed Shire, approximately 15 kilometres north of Murwillumbah and 20 kilometres from Coolangatta and Tweed Heads. Situated on and around Mount Tomewin, which rises to around 457 metres, the locality is part of the Gold Coast hinterland shared between the Tweed Valley (NSW) and the Currumbin Valley (QLD). With a population of just 98 residents at the 2021 Census and a land area of approximately 5.6 square kilometres, it is one of the most intimate and scenic localities in the region.

Tomewin's history dates from the mid-19th century, when European settlers engaged in timber getting (cedar and rosewood), cattle grazing, and banana growing in the valley. Today, most large-scale farming has given way to smaller hobby farms and rural lifestyle properties, and the area is valued for its privacy, mountain views, and proximity to the Gold Coast. Residents rely on Murwillumbah for everyday services and on the Gold Coast's Coolangatta area for airports, shopping centres, and major amenities — all within approximately 25–30 minutes by car.

Tomewin 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
5.65 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service to Tomewin — Murwillumbah / Tweed Heads (via car connection) N/A

Commute to Gold Coast CBD (Surfers Paradise)

Distance
100 km
By Train
No direct train; NSW TrainLink coach from Murwillumbah to Gold Coast takes approx. 36 min
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 30–40 min to Gold Coast CBD (Coolangatta area approx. 25–30 min)
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 25–35 min to Gold Coast CBD

🛣️ Car is essential. The border location means the Gold Coast is equally accessible as Murwillumbah for services. Brisbane is approx. 1.5 hr by car.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote mountain locality with no walkable services; a car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 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 Tomewin by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Tomewin Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
98
▲ 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 Tomewin known for? +

Tomewin is known for its scenic mountain setting on the NSW–Queensland border, its historic connection to timber getting, banana growing, and cattle grazing, and its position in the Gold Coast hinterland shared between Currumbin Valley (QLD) and the Tweed Valley (NSW).

How far is Tomewin from Murwillumbah? +

Tomewin is approximately 15 kilometres north of Murwillumbah, the nearest service town, and roughly 20 kilometres inland from Coolangatta/Tweed Heads. Both are approximately a 20–30 minute drive.

Does Tomewin have public transport? +

There is no regular public bus service directly to Tomewin. The nearest transport connections are via Murwillumbah, which has a NSW TrainLink coach stop and regional bus routes. A private vehicle is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Tomewin? +

At the 2021 Census, Tomewin had a population of 98 residents across approximately 5.6 square kilometres. It is a very small locality characterised by rural lifestyle properties and hobby farms.

Is Tomewin a good place to live? +

Tomewin appeals to those who value peace, privacy, and a beautiful mountain setting within commuting distance of the Gold Coast. Its border location offers the best of both NSW and Queensland — Tweed Valley character on one side, and Gold Coast amenities on the other.

What is the postcode for Tomewin? +

The postcode for Tomewin is 2484, shared with Murwillumbah and other localities in the Tweed Shire hinterland of northern New South Wales.