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Ruthven

NSW 2480 • New South Wales

114
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
17.71 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarming CommunityHinterlandSmall Community

About Ruthven

Ruthven is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, located 16.3 kilometres south of Lismore within the City of Lismore local government area. With just 114 residents recorded in the 2021 census, it is an intimate farming community spread across approximately 17.7 square kilometres of fertile hinterland. The area sits on the traditional Country of the Widjabul and Wia-bal peoples of the Bundjalung Nation. The locality's European name was bestowed by early settler Alex McDonald, who named it after Ruthven in the Badenoch region of Scotland.

Ruthven offers a quiet, rural lifestyle typical of the NSW Northern Rivers hinterland, characterised by rolling green hills, small-scale farming, and a tight-knit community. Residents enjoy the lush natural surroundings of the Richmond River catchment area while having access to Lismore's full range of services, including Southern Cross University, hospitals, and shopping, within a short drive. The broader Northern Rivers region is well regarded for its alternative lifestyle communities, local produce markets, and proximity to national parks and coastal beaches. It is suited to those seeking space, privacy, and a slower pace of life.

Ruthven falls under postcode 2480 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2480
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.71°, 153.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
17.71 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Lismore City Bus Services — Lismore CBD ~30 min from locality edge

Commute to Lismore CBD

Distance
16.3 km
By Bus
Limited service; ~35–40 min
By Car (Peak)
~20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~18 min

🛣️ Ruthven has no train access. The nearest rail services are at Casino (~35 km) on the North Coast line. Travel to Lismore by car is the primary option.

Walkability Walker's Paradise Reversed — Car Essential

A purely rural locality with no footpaths, public transport, or local amenities within walking distance. A private vehicle is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 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 Ruthven by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Ruthven Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Ruthven" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
114
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

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