Uralba, New South Wales — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Uralba, in the Ballina Shire Council local government area.
| Locality | Uralba |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Ballina Shire Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -28.87373 |
| Longitude | 153.47252 |
| Population | 216 |
| Density | 19.1 /km² |
| Area | 11.3 km² |
| Elevation | 33 m |
| Postcode | 2477 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 596 km north-northeast |
Uralba is a locality in the Ballina Shire Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 216. The locality covers an area of 11.3 km², giving a population density of about 19.1 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 33 m above sea level. It lies approximately 596 km north-northeast of Sydney. Uralba is located at 28.8737°S, 153.4725°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2477. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Uralba rests in a landscape of fertile alluvial plains, a verdant expanse where the Richmond River’s influence is palpable. It lies 89.7 km south of Robina, QLD (from Robina, QLD: bearing 175°T), and is situated 9.9 km west-south-west of Ballina. Rolling hills, cloaked in a tapestry of emerald pastures and scattered stands of gum trees, rise gently towards the horizon, their slopes catching the soft morning light in a wash of pale gold. The air here carries the sweet, earthy scent of damp soil and the distant perfume of flowering lantana, a constant reminder of the lushness that defines this corner of the Ballina Shire. Waterways, silver threads in the green fabric of the land, snake through the terrain, feeding the rich soil that sustains life and livelihood.
The history of Uralba is deeply entwined with the agricultural bounty of the Northern Rivers region. For generations, dairy farming has been the bedrock of its economy, the rhythmic churn of milk and the lowing of cattle a familiar soundtrack to its days. Neighbouring properties, some of which have been in the same families for decades, tell tales of hard work and a deep connection to the land. While dairy remains significant, diversification has seen an increase in other ventures, from fruit orchards to small-scale grazing, each contributing to the unique character of Uralba. The broad, flat plains, perfect for cultivation, are a testament to the enduring appeal of this country for those who understand its generous, yet demanding, nature.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Uralba, New South Wales with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Uralba, in the Ballina Shire Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Uralba includes the postcode (2477), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Ballina Shire Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Inner Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Uralba is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |