Bilambil Heights
NSW 2486 • Rest of NSW
About Bilambil Heights
Bilambil Heights is an elevated residential suburb perched on the hillsides overlooking the Tweed River and Terranora Broadwater, located in the Tweed Shire of far northern New South Wales. With a population of approximately 3,500 residents, this quiet community sits just 10 minutes from the Gold Coast border and the beaches of the Tweed Coast. The suburb has a family-oriented demographic with a median income typical of the broader Tweed region and predominantly owner-occupied homes.
Residents of Bilambil Heights enjoy panoramic views across the broadwater and hinterland, with a relaxed lifestyle that balances coastal proximity with bushland serenity. The suburb offers several parks and walking trails, while the nearby Tweed Heads and Coolangatta provide comprehensive shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The area is popular with families seeking affordable housing within easy reach of Gold Coast amenities, and retirees drawn to the peaceful elevated setting and subtropical climate.
Bilambil Heights falls under postcode 2486 and is governed by Tweed Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tweed electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- 608 — Tweed Heads via Tweed Heads West 15 min
- 608 + 700 — Gold Coast (Surfers Paradise) via Tweed Heads 60-90 min
Commute to Tweed Heads
🛣️ No rail services in the area. Bus 608 connects to Tweed Heads; transfer to Gold Coast light rail or Route 700 for the Gold Coast. Most residents rely on cars.
Hilly terrain and limited footpath network make walking impractical for most errands; a car is essential for daily needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Doyle Drive
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Banora Point High School ICSEA 96507 5513 1960 2 Eucalyptus Drive
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Banora Point Public School ICSEA 99207 5524 1444 Pioneer Pde
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Centaur Public School ICSEA 97507 5524 9655 1 Eucalyptus Drive
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Bilambil Public School ICSEA 99707 5590 7210 418 Bilambil Road
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411 Carool Road
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Sunshine Avenue
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86 Mahers Lane
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Terranora Public School ICSEA 102307 5590 4146 650 Terranora Rd
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3a Acacia Street
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3a Acacia Street
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Caldera School ICSEA 93607 5524 3244 37 Corporation Circuit
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Tweed Heads South Public School ICSEA 88207 5524 3408 Heffron St
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Tweed River High School ICSEA 94007 5524 3007 4 Heffron Street
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 Bilambil Heights by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Bilambil Heights Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Bilambil Heights" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 150
- 2. New Zealand 123
- 3. Germany 34
- 4. Scotland 19
- 5. South Africa 18
- 6. Philippines 16
- 7. United States 12
- 8. Brazil 11
- 9. China 11
- 10. Ireland 10
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)