Wooyung
NSW 2483 • New South Wales
About Wooyung
Wooyung is a small rural locality on the far north coast of New South Wales, situated between Pottsville to the north and Brunswick Heads to the south, in the Byron Shire hinterland. The locality covers approximately 26 square kilometres and is largely surrounded by national parks, including Mooball National Park, giving it a secluded, nature-immersed character. The area is best known as the home of North Byron Parklands, the venue for Splendour in the Grass and Bluesfest music festivals, which draw tens of thousands of visitors annually to this otherwise quiet locality. The community is small and rural, with the Byron Bay region's bohemian character extending into the surrounding countryside.
Wooyung appeals to those seeking rural acreage close to the vibrant Byron Bay lifestyle, with the coastal towns of Pottsville, Brunswick Heads and Byron Bay all within 20–30 minutes by car. The locality is surrounded by national park, offering exceptional bushwalking, birdwatching and connection to nature. Despite its seclusion, the proximity to Tweed Valley Way keeps residents connected to the broader far north coast strip of beaches, restaurants and cafés. The annual music festivals at North Byron Parklands bring a lively, creative energy to the area, reflecting the broader region's arts-focused community.
Wooyung falls under postcode 2483 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tweed electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Blanch's Bus Co services,NSW TrainLink coach — Byron Bay / Mullumbimby / Tweed Heads 25–45 min
Commute to Sydney
🛣️ Nearest major airport is Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (~30 km). Gold Coast Airport (Coolangatta) is also ~45 km north.
Car-dependent rural locality entirely surrounded by national parks. Tweed Valley Way provides the main road connection to nearby coastal towns.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Brunswick Heads Public School ICSEA 10256685 1204 Fingal St
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Burringbar Public School ICSEA 9926677 1469 59 Burringbar Road
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Crabbes Creek Public School ICSEA 98502 6677 1255 Crabbes Creek Rd
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Ocean Shores Public School ICSEA 1051166 Shara Boulevarde
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The Pocket Public School ICSEA 1068The Pocket Rd
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 Wooyung by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Wooyung Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Wooyung" under Suburb