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Chilcotts Grass

NSW 2480 • New South Wales

237
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
2.12 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
SuburbanSemi-RuralQuietCommuter Belt
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About Chilcotts Grass

Chilcotts Grass is a small residential locality on the northern edge of Lismore in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, falling within the Lismore City Council area. Covering just over 2 square kilometres, it is one of the more compact localities within the 2480 postcode, with a population of approximately 237 residents. The median household income is below the state average, consistent with Lismore's regional character, and housing is predominantly detached residential on modest blocks.

Chilcotts Grass sits close to the urban services of Lismore, the regional capital of the Northern Rivers, which provides hospitals, shopping centres, Southern Cross University, and the cultural facilities typical of a vibrant regional city. The broader Northern Rivers area is renowned for its subtropical hinterland, strong arts and creative community, and proximity to the rainforest hinterland and coastal areas around Ballina and Byron Bay. Residents benefit from the rural-urban fringe character of the locality, with easy access to Lismore's amenities while retaining a quieter neighbourhood feel.

Chilcotts Grass falls under postcode 2480 and is governed by the Lismore Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Richmond, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

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

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.26M
7 sales · ▲ 43.3% vs 2024

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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2480

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2480, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,443
Median 2023–24
$50,499
▲ 21.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,215

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2480; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Lismore Bus Company local routes — Lismore CBD ~10 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
760 km
By Train
No direct train; Greyhound/NSW TrainLink coach from Lismore (~10 hrs to Sydney)
By Car (Peak)
8 hr – 9 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
7 hr 30 min – 8 hr

🛣️ Bruxner Highway and Pacific Highway (M1) provide main routes; Brisbane CBD is closer at ~2.5 hrs drive

Walkability Car-Dependent

Mostly residential with limited local shops; car needed for most errands though Lismore city centre is close

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
237
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Lismore Local Government Area, which contains Chilcotts Grass. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
406.6 / 100k
2yr Down 43.5% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
292.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.1%
Non-DV assault
714.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
22.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
347.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.3%
View all 62 offence types for Lismore →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chilcotts Grass known for? +

Chilcotts Grass is a quiet residential locality on the northern fringe of Lismore, offering affordable suburban living in the Northern Rivers region of NSW, close to the services and community life of Lismore city.

How far is Chilcotts Grass from Lismore? +

Chilcotts Grass is on the northern edge of Lismore, approximately 2 to 5 kilometres from Lismore city centre, around a 5 to 10 minute drive.

Does Chilcotts Grass have public transport? +

Local bus services connect Chilcotts Grass to Lismore city centre, and there are regional coach connections to Brisbane and beyond. There is no rail service; the Lismore passenger rail line closed in 2004.

What is the population of Chilcotts Grass? +

According to the 2021 Census, Chilcotts Grass has a population of approximately 237 residents, making it a small but well-established residential locality within the Lismore City Council area.

Is Chilcotts Grass a good place to live? +

Chilcotts Grass suits those looking for affordable, quiet residential living close to the services of Lismore city. Its proximity to the Northern Rivers hinterland, coastal areas around Ballina and Byron Bay, and Southern Cross University makes it appealing for families and professionals.

What is the postcode for Chilcotts Grass? +

The postcode for Chilcotts Grass is 2480, which covers Lismore and a wide range of surrounding localities in the Northern Rivers region of NSW.

What is the median house price in Chilcotts Grass? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,265,000, up 43.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Chilcotts Grass a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Chilcotts Grass is part of the Lismore LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.