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Jiggi

NSW 2480 • New South Wales

370
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
32.22 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandSemi-RuralAffordable
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About Jiggi

Jiggi is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, located within the City of Lismore local government area approximately 23 kilometres north of Lismore. The area sits on the traditional Country of the Widjabul and Wia-bal people of the Bundjalung Nation, and its name derives from a Wiyabal word meaning reeds near swamps or the call of the catbird. With a 2021 Census population of 370, Jiggi is a quiet hinterland locality with a low-density rural character.

The locality is characterised by lush subtropical hinterland, small farming properties, and a relaxed alternative-lifestyle community that the Northern Rivers region is known for. Residents are generally self-sufficient and drawn to the area for its natural surrounds, affordable rural land, and proximity to Lismore for services and shopping. The area attracts those who value a peaceful, semi-rural existence within reach of the Northern Rivers' broader creative and farming communities.

Jiggi 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
32.22 km²
Population Density
11 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$880K
7 sales · ▲ 14.3% 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

  • Limited regional bus services — Lismore (nearest major centre) Approx. 30 to 40 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
760 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest rail at Casino
By Car (Peak)
8+ hours to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
7.5 to 8 hours to Sydney

🛣️ Lismore is the nearest major centre at approximately 23 km. Ballina and Byron Bay are within an hour's drive.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Jiggi is a dispersed rural locality with no walkable town centre; a car is necessary for all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
370
▲ 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 Jiggi. 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 Jiggi known for? +

Jiggi is known for its lush subtropical hinterland setting, small farming properties, and the relaxed alternative-lifestyle character typical of the Northern Rivers region. The locality's name comes from the language of the Widjabul and Wia-bal people of the Bundjalung Nation.

How far is Jiggi from Lismore? +

Jiggi is approximately 23 kilometres north of Lismore, which is the nearest major service centre. The drive takes around 25 to 35 minutes.

Does Jiggi have public transport? +

Jiggi has very limited public transport with no rail service. The nearest passenger train station is at Casino, approximately 45 km away. Residents rely almost entirely on private vehicles.

What is the population of Jiggi? +

According to the 2021 Census, Jiggi has a population of 370 people, making it a small, low-density rural locality with a mix of farmland and residential properties.

Is Jiggi a good place to live? +

Jiggi suits those seeking a peaceful, semi-rural lifestyle in the beautiful Northern Rivers hinterland. It offers affordable land and a close connection to nature, with Lismore's services and the coast within reasonable driving distance.

What is the postcode for Jiggi? +

The postcode for Jiggi is 2480, which it shares with Lismore and several surrounding Northern Rivers localities.

What is the median house price in Jiggi? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $880,000, up 14.3% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Jiggi a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Jiggi 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.