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Alstonville

NSW 2477 • Rest of NSW

5,912
Population (2021)
$34,892
Median Income
28.82 km²
Area
$380/wk
Median Rent
RuralRetiree-HavenSemi-RuralQuietAffordable

About Alstonville

Alstonville is a rural town set on the Alstonville Plateau in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, approximately 12 kilometres northwest of Ballina within the Ballina Local Government Area. Covering a generous 28.8 square kilometres at an elevation of 152 metres, the town has a population of around 5,912 and serves as a regional service centre for the surrounding macadamia-farming hinterland. The median age of 51 reflects an older demographic, with the area attracting retirees and sea-changers drawn to its relaxed pace and affordable lifestyle.

The town centre provides essential services including supermarkets, medical facilities, and local schools, while the surrounding countryside offers rolling green hills and macadamia orchards characteristic of this productive plateau region. The median household income of $1,312 per week is in keeping with the region's agricultural and retiree character, and the relatively low median rent of $380 per week makes Alstonville an accessible alternative to the pricier coastal towns of Ballina and Lennox Head. Quiet streets, a strong community spirit, and easy access to both the coast and hinterland make Alstonville an enduring choice for those seeking a quieter Northern Rivers lifestyle.

Alstonville falls under postcode 2477 and is governed by Ballina Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ballina electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2477
Urban Area
Ballina - Surrounds
LGA / Council
Ballina
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Ballina
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.84°, 153.45°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
28.82 km²
Elevation
152m

🛒 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 Alstonville by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Alstonville Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,730
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
51 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.4%

47 state housing + 12 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
5,739
Census 2021
5,912
▲ 3.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,640
Income 2021
$34,892
▲ 17.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,960
Born Overseas 688

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 245
  • 2. New Zealand 90
  • 3. South Africa 35
  • 4. Germany 21
  • 5. United States 21
  • 6. Canada 20
  • 7. Netherlands 17
  • 8. Papua New Guinea 15
  • 9. Italy 14
  • 10. China 13

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,793
Australian 2,372
Irish 911
Scottish 770
German 287
Italian 171
Australian Aboriginal 157
Dutch 103
Welsh 68
New Zealander 60

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,115
Both parents born in Australia
808
Both parents born overseas
711
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.6%
No Religion
40.5%
Buddhism
1.0%
Hinduism
0.3%
Judaism
0.1%
Islam
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
259 (4.4%)
5-14 years
685 (11.6%)
15-19 years
300 (5.1%)
20-24 years
209 (3.5%)
25-34 years
480 (8.1%)
35-44 years
589 (10.0%)
45-54 years
707 (12.0%)
55-64 years
789 (13.3%)
65-74 years
870 (14.7%)
75-84 years
670 (11.3%)
85+ years
358 (6.1%)

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