Bangalow is a small and absolutely charming town in Northern NSW. Nestled between lush hills and farms and only 10 minutes from Byron Bay it is a truly wonderful place. There are a number of excellent cafes, art galleries and other shops to explore and the locals welcome Festival patrons with open arms.
The township has expanded greatly over the past two decades, with several new residential subdivisions spreading towards the township boundaries. Many new settlers are moving to Bangalow as the character and sense of community in Byron Bay has altered dramatically over recent years and many coastal settlers now prefer the lifestyle that the village offers. 
Bangalow is renowned for its picturesque countryside and agricultural pursuits, as well as its strong community spirit. The surrounding green, rolling hills are a patchwork of fruit trees, macadamia orchards, coffee plantations, dairy cattle and other agricultural activities.
Many specific events happen in Bangalow throughout the year and it is quickly gaining a reputation as a centre for music and cultural development.
Bangalow’s 2479 postcode covers an area that incorporates the township of Bangalow and a surrounding rural population including St Helena, Coorabell, Possum Creek, Newrybar, Binna Burra, Brooklet, Nashua, Fernleigh, Knockrow and part of Coopers Shoot. The population of Bangalow township and its surrounding areas in the 2479 postcode is approx 4,200.
In keeping with the strong community spirit, Bangalow has a wealth of community organisations, such as Chamber of Commerce, Lions, Bridge Club, Scouts, CWA, Garden Club, Land/Rivercare group, Parks Committee, Playgroup, Pool Trust, Poultry Club, Quilters group, Historical Society and a Writer’s Group. There is a Sports Association as well as Rugby, Soccer, Cricket, Netball, Bowls, Tennis and Social Golf clubs.
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