Evans Head
NSW 2473 • Rest of NSW
About Evans Head
Evans Head is a coastal village located on the far north coast of New South Wales, approximately 30 kilometres east of Casino and 620 kilometres north of Sydney, within the Richmond Valley Council area. With a population of 2,907 and a median age of 52 — among the highest in the region — Evans Head is strongly characterised as a retiree haven and seachange destination, drawing residents with its laid-back lifestyle, ocean beaches, and natural surroundings. The median household income of $1,086 per week is below state averages, reflecting the semi-retired and lifestyle-driven nature of its community.
Evans Head sits at the mouth of the Evans River and is flanked by unspoilt beaches — including Evans Head Beach to the north and Dirawong Reserve to the south — offering excellent surfing, fishing, and swimming. The town has a small retail strip with essential services, a surf club, and a beloved community feel, while the nearby Bundjalung National Park provides bushwalking and nature experiences. Ballina and Lismore are the nearest major service centres for hospitals, specialist retail, and transport links, and the lifestyle on offer — affordable living, ocean access, and a close-knit community — makes Evans Head particularly popular with retirees and those seeking a quieter pace of life.
Evans Head falls under postcode 2473 and is governed by Richmond Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clarence electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Blanch's Bus Company regional services — Ballina / Lismore 35–50 min to Ballina
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (50km) provides regional flights. Car is essential for daily living; Ballina and Lismore are the main service centres.
The small town centre and beach are walkable for locals, but a car is needed for most shopping, medical, and service needs beyond basic essentials
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Evans River Community School ICSEA 955Cypress Street
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 3 heritage-listed places in or near Evans Head, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.
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 Evans Head by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Evans Head Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Evans Head" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
17 state housing + 26 community housing dwellings (ABS 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 46
- 2. New Zealand 29
- 3. United States 21
- 4. Philippines 13
- 5. South Africa 12
- 6. Netherlands 11
- 7. Canada 8
- 8. Germany 7
- 9. India 7
- 10. Scotland 6
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)