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Girards Hill

NSW 2480 • Rest of NSW

1,318
Population (2021)
$64,324
Median Household Income
0.73 km²
Area
$290/wk
Median Rent
Inner-CityWalkableEstablishedHeritageNorthern Rivers

About Girards Hill

Girards Hill is a small inner suburb of Lismore in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, located immediately south of the Lismore CBD. With a population of 1,318 at the 2021 census and a median age of 47, it covers just 0.73 square kilometres at 44 metres elevation. The suburb sits on a hill above the Lismore flood plain, offering elevated views and relative protection from the Wilson River flooding that periodically impacts lower-lying parts of Lismore.

Girards Hill offers a leafy, established residential lifestyle within walking distance of Lismore's CBD, Southern Cross University, and the Lismore Base Hospital. The suburb features a mix of heritage Queenslander homes and modern residences on tree-lined streets. It attracts professionals, academics, and downsizers drawn to the walkable inner-city living, relatively affordable housing, and the vibrant cultural scene of the Northern Rivers region.

Girards Hill falls under postcode 2480 and is governed by Lismore Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2480
Urban Area
Lismore - South
LGA / Council
Lismore
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.82°, 153.28°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
0.73 km²
Elevation
44m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$595K
40 sales · ▲ 8.7% 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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$290
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,463
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
47 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.5%

0 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Northern Rivers Buslines — Lismore CBD / Transit Centre 5 min
  • Northern Rivers Buslines — Byron Bay / Ballina 10 min to transit centre

Commute to Lismore CBD

Distance
1 km
By Train
N/A — nearest rail at Casino (30 km)
By Bus
5 min
By Car (Peak)
5 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 min

🛣️ Walking distance to Lismore CBD. Byron Bay is 45 min. Ballina airport is 35 min.

Walkability Very Walkable

Excellent walkability to Lismore CBD, university, hospital, and shops. One of the most walkable suburbs in the Northern Rivers.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Girards Hill, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Lismore Railway Station group
North Coast Railway • SHR #01180

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Lismore Local Government Area, which contains Girards Hill. 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)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,318
Census 2021
1,318
▲ 0.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$27,716
Personal Income 2021
$35,204
▲ 27.0% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$35,204 / yr
$677/wk
Household
$64,324 / yr
$1237/wk
Family
$86,268 / yr
$1659/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,095
Born Overseas 157

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 32
  • 2. New Zealand 28
  • 3. India 14
  • 4. Germany 9
  • 5. Nepal 9
  • 6. Philippines 6
  • 7. Canada 4
  • 8. Japan 4
  • 9. Scotland 4
  • 10. Indonesia 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 592
Australian 460
Irish 249
Scottish 193
Australian Aboriginal 81
Italian 57
German 56
Indian 19
French 17
Welsh 16

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

889
Both parents born in Australia
198
Both parents born overseas
158
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
54.7%
Christianity
32.5%
Buddhism
2.0%
Hinduism
1.2%
Sikhism
0.4%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
43 (3.3%)
5-14 years
132 (10.0%)
15-19 years
84 (6.4%)
20-24 years
67 (5.1%)
25-34 years
150 (11.4%)
35-44 years
143 (10.8%)
45-54 years
183 (13.9%)
55-64 years
235 (17.8%)
65-74 years
181 (13.7%)
75-84 years
74 (5.6%)
85+ years
18 (1.4%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Girards Hill known for? +

Girards Hill offers a leafy, established residential lifestyle within walking distance of Lismore's CBD, Southern Cross University, and the Lismore Base Hospital.

How far is Girards Hill from Sydney CBD? +

Girards Hill is approximately 1 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 5 min in peak hour and 3 min off-peak.

Does Girards Hill have public transport? +

Bus services include Northern Rivers Buslines, running to Lismore CBD / Transit Centre in approximately 5 min.

What is the population of Girards Hill? +

According to the 2021 Census, Girards Hill has a population of 1,318 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Girards Hill a good place to live? +

Girards Hill is well-suited to a range of residents, offering vibrant urban living in NSW. The suburb features a mix of heritage Queenslander homes and modern residences on tree-lined streets.

What is the postcode for Girards Hill? +

The postcode for Girards Hill is 2480. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Girards Hill? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Girards Hill is about $677 per week (around $35,200 per year). The median household income is $1,237 per week and the median family income is $1,659 per week.

What is the median house price in Girards Hill? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $595,000, up 8.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Girards Hill? +

The median age in Girards Hill is 47. The largest age group is 55–64 (235 residents, around 18%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 21% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Girards Hill a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Girards Hill 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.

How much is rent in Girards Hill? +

In Girards Hill, the median weekly rent is $290, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,463 (2021 Census).