Chinderah

NSW 2487 • Rest of NSW

1,639
Population (2021)
$27,092
Median Income
14.88 km²
Area
2m
Elevation

About Chinderah

Chinderah is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Tweed (Area) area. With a population of 1,639 and a median income of $27,092, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 14.88 km² at an elevation of 2m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Chinderah provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Chinderah falls under postcode 2487 and is governed by Tweed Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tweed electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2487
Urban Area
Tweed Heads
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.25°, 153.54°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
14.88 km²
Elevation
2m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$245
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
1.8 people
Median Age
62 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,566
Census 2021
1,639
4.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$23,036
Income 2021
$27,092
17.6% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,226
Born Overseas 267

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 96
  • 2. New Zealand 64
  • 3. Germany 11
  • 4. United States 11
  • 5. Netherlands 9
  • 6. Scotland 9
  • 7. Thailand 8
  • 8. South Africa 6
  • 9. China 5
  • 10. Hong Kong 5
  • 11. Philippines 5
  • 12. Brazil 4
  • 13. Canada 4
  • 14. France 4
  • 15. Malaysia 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 746
Australian 548
Scottish 219
Irish 210
Australian Aboriginal 109
German 58
Italian 36
Dutch 21
New Zealander 15
French 12

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,061
Both parents born in Australia
284
Both parents born overseas
150
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.6%
No Religion
36.7%
Buddhism
0.5%
Hinduism
0.4%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
26 (1.6%)
5-14 years
103 (6.3%)
15-19 years
55 (3.4%)
20-24 years
44 (2.7%)
25-34 years
93 (5.7%)
35-44 years
108 (6.6%)
45-54 years
162 (9.9%)
55-64 years
299 (18.2%)
65-74 years
433 (26.4%)
75-84 years
245 (14.9%)
85+ years
62 (3.8%)

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