Cabarita Beach
NSW 2488 • New South Wales
About Cabarita Beach
Cabarita Beach is a picturesque beachside locality in Tweed Shire, on the Northern Rivers coast of New South Wales, approximately 118 km south of Brisbane and 49 km north of Byron Bay. Technically a narrow strip of land east of the Tweed Coast Road within the broader Bogangar township, Cabarita Beach had a population of 101 residents at the 2021 census. The area falls within the state electorate of Tweed and the federal Division of Richmond, and is one of the most sought-after coastal escapes on the Tweed Coast.
The locality is anchored by its celebrated surf beach and the dramatic Norries Headland — a popular spot for whale watching, rock platforms, and photography. The surfing break north of the headland draws serious wave riders, while the laid-back café strip in Bogangar caters to weekenders and sea-change seekers alike. Cabarita Beach attracts a mix of retirees, holiday-home owners, and young families priced out of Byron Bay, all drawn by its unhurried pace, natural beauty, and proximity to Gold Coast Airport (about 40 km north).
Cabarita Beach falls under postcode 2488 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tweed electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Tweed Coast Route 611,Route 612 — Tweed Heads / Kingscliff 30–40 min
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Brisbane (~118 km, ~1 hr 30 min drive) is the practical city hub. Gold Coast Airport is ~40 km away.
Walkable along the beachfront and to the small local café strip, but a car is needed for groceries, schools, and most services.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Bogangar Public School ICSEA 104002 6676 2755 123-147 Tweed Coast 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 Cabarita Beach by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Cabarita Beach Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Cabarita Beach" under Suburb