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Backmede

NSW 2470 • New South Wales

153
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
29.49 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Backmede

Backmede is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, located approximately 20 km north-east of Casino in the Richmond Valley local government area. Spanning about 29 km² of rolling farmland and native bushland, the area is home to around 153 residents living on rural lifestyle and farming properties. The locality sits within the productive agricultural hinterland between Casino and Kyogle, characterised by dairy farming, beef cattle grazing and subtropical vegetation. Its remote and unhurried atmosphere is typical of the deep Northern Rivers interior.

Life in Backmede revolves around the land, with most residents engaged in farming or travelling to Casino for work and services. Casino — the self-proclaimed beef capital of Australia — provides schools, supermarkets, health services and a hospital for the surrounding district. The countryside offers rural recreation including fishing on Richmond River tributaries, birdwatching and exploring nearby state forests. Backmede appeals to those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle within reach of Casino and the broader Northern Rivers region.

Backmede falls under postcode 2470 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2470
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.93°, 152.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
29.49 km²
Elevation
0m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Backmede for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.3M
5 sales · vs 2024 n/a

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Regional coach services — Casino / Lismore 30-40 min to Casino

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
750 km
By Train
No direct rail; nearest station Casino (~20 km) on the North Coast Line
By Car (Peak)
20-25 min to Casino
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min to Casino

🛣️ Car essential. Casino provides the closest rail link (Sydney-Brisbane XPT/Intercity services).

Walkability Rural — Car Essential

No walkable services locally; car required for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
153
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

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

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Backmede located? +

Backmede is a rural locality approximately 20 km north-east of Casino in the Richmond Valley area of northern New South Wales.

What is the population of Backmede? +

According to the 2021 Census, Backmede has a population of 153 residents.

What is the nearest town to Backmede? +

Casino is the nearest major town, approximately 20 km to the south-west, providing shops, schools and health services for the district.

What is the postcode for Backmede? +

Backmede shares the 2470 postcode with Casino and several surrounding Northern Rivers localities.

What is the median house price in Backmede? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,300,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.