Kingscliff
NSW 2487 • Rest of NSW
About Kingscliff
Kingscliff is a popular coastal town on the Tweed Coast of northern New South Wales, located approximately 20 kilometres south of the Gold Coast. With a population of around 8,000 residents, the town has grown rapidly as a lifestyle destination attracting families and retirees from both Sydney and south-east Queensland. The community is diverse with a mix of long-term locals, sea-changers, and interstate migrants.
Kingscliff offers a stunning beachfront with Norfolk pines, a bustling dining strip along Marine Parade, and excellent surf breaks. The town features quality schools, sporting facilities, and regular farmers markets. It appeals to those seeking a relaxed coastal lifestyle with the convenience of nearby Gold Coast amenities and the Gold Coast Airport just 15 minutes away. The area is known for its vibrant café culture and growing food scene.
Kingscliff falls under postcode 2487 and is governed by Tweed Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tweed electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- 760 — Tweed Heads / Gold Coast 35 min
- 765 — Murwillumbah 30 min
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Gold Coast Airport is 15 min drive; most commuting is local to Tweed or Gold Coast
Town centre and beachfront are easily walkable; outer areas require a car
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Cudgen Public School ICSEA 98411 Collier Street
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Duranbah Public School ICSEA 10586677 7221 105 Duranbah Rd
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Fingal Head Public School ICSEA 93407 5524 2315 100 Letitia Rd
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Kingscliff High School ICSEA 99102 6674 9777 33 Oxford St
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Kingscliff Public School ICSEA 10586674 1467 Orient Street
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02 6674 1368 23 Boomerang 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 Kingscliff by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Kingscliff Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Kingscliff" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
91 state housing + 12 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 423
- 2. New Zealand 232
- 3. South Africa 45
- 4. Scotland 44
- 5. United States 41
- 6. Canada 38
- 7. Germany 31
- 8. Philippines 31
- 9. Netherlands 22
- 10. Brazil 21
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)