Tweed Heads South
NSW 2486 • Rest of NSW
About Tweed Heads South
Tweed Heads South is a low-lying suburban locality within the Tweed Shire local government area, positioned at the southern edge of the Queensland–New South Wales border region, immediately south of Tweed Heads and a short drive from the Gold Coast. With a population of around 7,941 and a median age of 52, the suburb has a notably mature demographic profile, attracting retirees and lifestyle seekers who value the relaxed pace and coastal character of the Tweed area. Median household incomes reflect the retirement-focused nature of much of the community.
Residents enjoy convenient access to local shopping, medical services, and the broader amenities of both Tweed Heads and the Gold Coast just across the state border — offering a unique lifestyle that combines the quieter pace of regional NSW with proximity to a major urban centre. The suburb's low elevation and proximity to the Tweed River and surrounding waterways suit those who enjoy boating, fishing, and riverside recreation. Affordable housing, a relaxed atmosphere, and easy access to beaches, hinterland, and the Gold Coast continue to draw newcomers and retirees looking for a lifestyle change on the northern NSW coast.
Tweed Heads South falls under postcode 2486 and is governed by Tweed Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tweed electorate.
Location
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Doyle Drive
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Banora Point High School ICSEA 96507 5513 1960 2 Eucalyptus Drive
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Banora Point Public School ICSEA 99207 5524 1444 Pioneer Pde
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Centaur Public School ICSEA 97507 5524 9655 1 Eucalyptus Drive
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Bilambil Public School ICSEA 99707 5590 7210 418 Bilambil Road
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411 Carool Road
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Sunshine Avenue
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86 Mahers Lane
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Terranora Public School ICSEA 102307 5590 4146 650 Terranora Rd
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3a Acacia Street
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3a Acacia Street
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Caldera School ICSEA 93607 5524 3244 37 Corporation Circuit
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Tweed Heads South Public School ICSEA 88207 5524 3408 Heffron St
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Tweed River High School ICSEA 94007 5524 3007 4 Heffron 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 Tweed Heads South by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Tweed Heads South Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Tweed Heads South" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
192 state housing + 70 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 446
- 2. New Zealand 257
- 3. India 116
- 4. Philippines 96
- 5. Scotland 59
- 6. China 46
- 7. Germany 41
- 8. Thailand 35
- 9. South Africa 28
- 10. Netherlands 27
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)