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Goonellabah

NSW 2480 • Rest of NSW

13,351
Population (2021)
$36,660
Median Income
23.11 km²
Area
145m
Elevation
Regional LivingElevated PositionFamily-FriendlyNorthern Rivers

About Goonellabah

Goonellabah is a residential suburb of Lismore, where over 13,000 residents enjoy the elevated setting above the flood-prone town centre. As Lismore's main residential expansion area, it has grown significantly while the CBD has faced challenges. The modest median income reflects the Northern Rivers' economy.

Lismore Square shopping centre provides comprehensive retail, and the suburb has developed its own community identity. The elevation provides views and flood protection that the Lismore CBD lacks. Goonellabah attracts families seeking Northern Rivers living with practical amenities. It's regional NSW adapting to reality—elevated, growing, and community-minded.

Goonellabah 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
Goonellabah
LGA
Lismore
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.83°, 153.33°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
23.11 km²
Elevation
145m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Goonellabah Shopping Centre Oliver Avenue Goonellabah 2480 NSW
  • Woolworths
    2 Simeoni Drive Goonellabah 2480 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

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

Tulloona
562 Ballina Road Goonellabah • SHR #00051

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$320
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,560
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
12,900
Census 2021
13,351
▲ 3.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$29,952
Income 2021
$36,660
▲ 22.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 11,334
Born Overseas 1,292

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 273
  • 2. New Zealand 123
  • 3. Philippines 91
  • 4. India 75
  • 5. Germany 50
  • 6. Italy 50
  • 7. South Africa 46
  • 8. United States 43
  • 9. Vietnam 40
  • 10. Canada 34
  • 11. Scotland 30
  • 12. China 27
  • 13. Sri Lanka 27
  • 14. Thailand 19
  • 15. South Korea 18

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 5,514
English 5,501
Irish 1,706
Scottish 1,459
Australian Aboriginal 963
Italian 583
German 568
Filipino 150
Dutch 140
Chinese 117

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

9,602
Both parents born in Australia
1,656
Both parents born overseas
1,306
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.1%
No Religion
38.8%
Buddhism
0.7%
Islam
0.6%
Sikhism
0.4%
Hinduism
0.4%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
790 (5.9%)
5-14 years
1,660 (12.4%)
15-19 years
778 (5.8%)
20-24 years
711 (5.3%)
25-34 years
1,628 (12.2%)
35-44 years
1,572 (11.8%)
45-54 years
1,569 (11.8%)
55-64 years
1,646 (12.3%)
65-74 years
1,537 (11.5%)
75-84 years
992 (7.4%)
85+ years
466 (3.5%)

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