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Fingal Head

NSW 2487 • New South Wales

615
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
4.32 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalVillageLifestyleTourismBeachside
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About Fingal Head

Fingal Head is a small coastal village located in the Tweed Shire of northern New South Wales, approximately 8 kilometres south of Coolangatta and 10 kilometres north of Murwillumbah. Perched on a headland at the mouth of the Tweed River, the suburb is renowned for its volcanic rock formations and the iconic Fingal Head Lighthouse. The 2021 census recorded around 1,200 residents in the broader Fingal Head locality, with a relatively mature demographic and high owner-occupancy rates of around 64%.

Fingal Head draws beach lovers, surfers, and nature enthusiasts with its pristine coastline, rock pools, and panoramic ocean views. The Fingal Head Lighthouse precinct is a popular tourist destination, and the nearby Dreamtime Beach is highly regarded for its natural beauty. A small local shopping strip caters to daily needs, while Coolangatta and Tweed Heads offer a fuller range of retail, dining, and entertainment options. The Gold Coast airport is just 15 minutes away, making the suburb convenient for frequent flyers.

Fingal Head falls under postcode 2487 and is governed by the Tweed Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Richmond, while state elections fall under the Tweed electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2487
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tweed
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Tweed
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.28°, 153.55°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
4.32 km²
Population Density
142 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.65M
7 sales · ▼ 9% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.1M
6 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.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2487

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2487, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,151
Median 2023–24
$55,645
▲ 23.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$81,927

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2487; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Murwillumbah Station (closed to passengers)
10 km
Passenger rail services no longer operate

Bus Services

  • Route 600,Route 616 — Coolangatta / Tweed Heads Approx 20–25 min
  • Route 620 — Murwillumbah Approx 25–30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
100 km
By Bus
Approx 90–120 min via Coolangatta bus interchange and Gold Coast transit
By Car (Peak)
Approx 90–105 min via Pacific Motorway (M1)
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 80–90 min

🛣️ Gold Coast CBD is approximately 30 min by car. Coolangatta and Tweed Heads are the primary urban centres. Gold Coast Airport is approx 15 min by car.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

A compact beachside village where local amenities and beaches are walkable, but most services require a car trip to Coolangatta or Tweed Heads.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
615
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
182.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
202.4 / 100k
2yr Down 30.1% 10yr Up 2.5%
Non-DV assault
416.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
359.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Tweed →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fingal Head known for? +

Fingal Head draws beach lovers, surfers, and nature enthusiasts with its pristine coastline, rock pools, and panoramic ocean views.

How far is Fingal Head from Sydney CBD? +

Fingal Head is approximately 100 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately Approx 90–105 min via Pacific Motorway (M1) in peak hour and Approx 80–90 min off-peak.

Does Fingal Head have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Murwillumbah Station (closed to passengers) (10 km away, approximately null walk) on the Passenger rail services no longer operate. Bus services include Route 600,Route 616, running to Coolangatta / Tweed Heads in approximately Approx 20–25 min.

What is the population of Fingal Head? +

According to the 2021 Census, Fingal Head has a population of 615 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Fingal Head a good place to live? +

Fingal Head is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The Fingal Head Lighthouse precinct is a popular tourist destination, and the nearby Dreamtime Beach is highly regarded for its natural beauty.

What is the postcode for Fingal Head? +

The postcode for Fingal Head is 2487. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the median house price in Fingal Head? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,650,000, down 9% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,100,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Fingal Head a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Fingal Head is part of the Tweed 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.