Terranora

NSW 2486 • Rest of NSW

3,365
Population (2021)
$43,212
Median Income
11.79 km²
Area
150m
Elevation

About Terranora

Terranora is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Tweed (Area) area. With a population of 3,365 and a median income of $43,212, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 11.79 km² at an elevation of 150m, 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 Terranora provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Terranora falls under postcode 2486 and is governed by Tweed Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tweed electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2486
Urban Area
Tweed Heads
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.24°, 153.51°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
11.79 km²
Elevation
150m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$540
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,167
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,926
Census 2021
3,365
15.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$33,176
Income 2021
$43,212
30.3% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,768
Born Overseas 464

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 133
  • 2. New Zealand 82
  • 3. India 20
  • 4. South Africa 14
  • 5. Canada 13
  • 6. Philippines 13
  • 7. United States 13
  • 8. Netherlands 11
  • 9. Thailand 11
  • 10. Ireland 10
  • 11. Malaysia 10
  • 12. Scotland 10
  • 13. Germany 9
  • 14. Italy 9
  • 15. Singapore 9

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,552
Australian 1,389
Irish 480
Scottish 418
German 152
Australian Aboriginal 115
Italian 109
Dutch 60
New Zealander 42
Indian 41

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,187
Both parents born in Australia
548
Both parents born overseas
502
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.8%
No Religion
41.4%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.4%
Sikhism
0.3%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
169 (5.0%)
5-14 years
546 (16.2%)
15-19 years
226 (6.7%)
20-24 years
178 (5.3%)
25-34 years
268 (8.0%)
35-44 years
428 (12.7%)
45-54 years
495 (14.7%)
55-64 years
454 (13.5%)
65-74 years
375 (11.1%)
75-84 years
156 (4.6%)
85+ years
63 (1.9%)

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