Lismore
NSW 2480 • Rest of NSW
About Lismore
Lismore is the major regional centre of the Northern Rivers region in New South Wales, situated 734 kilometres north of Sydney and 200 kilometres south of Brisbane on the Wilsons River floodplain. The urban area has a population of around 29,000, serving as the commercial, educational, and administrative hub for the wider region. Home to Southern Cross University, the city has a distinctive character shaped by its agricultural heritage, arts community, and the counter-cultural influences of nearby Nimbin and Byron Bay.
The city offers a vibrant cultural scene with galleries, markets, live music venues, and a thriving café culture influenced by its creative and alternative community. Lismore's affordability compared to coastal neighbours like Byron Bay attracts artists, young families, and professionals working across the Northern Rivers region. The CBD features Heritage-listed buildings, Lismore Square shopping centre, and the regional hospital. While the city faced devastating floods in 2022, significant recovery and resilience efforts continue to strengthen the community.
Lismore falls under postcode 2480 and is governed by Lismore Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- 661, 662 — Lismore local area services (Goonellabah, TAFE, hospital) 10-25 min
- CDC Northern Rivers — Ballina via Alstonville 45 min
- CDC Northern Rivers — Byron Bay, Lennox Head 60-75 min
- NSW TrainLink Coach — Casino (rail connection to Sydney/Brisbane) 30-40 min
Commute to Ballina (nearest coastal centre)
🛣️ No rail service — former Casino-Murwillumbah line closed. Regional bus services connect to Ballina, Byron Bay, and Casino. Lismore Airport (Rex) offers flights to Sydney.
CBD is compact and walkable; car essential for reaching surrounding areas and outer suburbs like Goonellabah
Supermarkets Nearby
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ColesLismore Square Shopping Centre Cnr Brewster Street & Uralba Street Lismore 2480 NSW
Schools
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Bexhill Public School ICSEA 9956628 4223 12 Withers St
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Blakebrook Public School ICSEA 9426629 3263 417 Rosehill Rd
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Clunes Public School ICSEA 10566629 1278 Walker St
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Coffee Camp Public School ICSEA 9646689 9259 1846 Nimbin Rd
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Corndale Public School ICSEA 9980480 440 546 647 Corndale Rd
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Dunoon Public School ICSEA 10376689 5208 James St
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Albert Park Public School ICSEA 9506621 3259 344 Keen Street
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Eltham Public School ICSEA 10756629 1321 Boatharbour Rd
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Eureka Public School ICSEA 10846688 4272 Lismore-Brunswick River Rd
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Nimbin Rd
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17 Blue Hills Avenue
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Goonellabah Public School ICSEA 8476624 1444 595 Ballina Road
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Kadina High School ICSEA 884Kadina St
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Jiggi Public School ICSEA 10106688 8221 1093 Jiggi Road
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Larnook Public School ICSEA 8866688 0133 1282 Cawongla Road
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Lismore Heights Public School ICSEA 9736624 3344 195 High St
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Caniaba Public School ICSEA 955387 Caniaba Rd
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Goonengerry Rd
Heritage-Listed Places
There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Lismore, 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 Lismore by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Lismore Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Lismore" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
64 state housing + 89 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 92
- 2. New Zealand 47
- 3. Philippines 22
- 4. Nepal 18
- 5. Germany 15
- 6. United States 14
- 7. Scotland 12
- 8. India 11
- 9. South Africa 11
- 10. Thailand 10
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)