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Leeville

NSW 2470 • New South Wales

282
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
75.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalAffordableQuiet
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About Leeville

Leeville is a small rural locality in the Richmond Valley Council area of northern New South Wales, situated approximately 10 kilometres south of Casino in the Northern Rivers region. The locality covers a large 75.9 square kilometres of open agricultural land, consistent with the region's beef and mixed farming heritage. With a population of 282, Leeville is lightly settled and predominantly pastoral in character, with the Bruxner Highway and regional road network connecting it to Casino and the broader Northern Rivers area.

Residents of Leeville rely on Casino for daily amenities including supermarkets, schools, health services, and transport connections. Casino, known as Australia's Beef Capital, sits at the centre of a rich cattle-grazing region and hosts the annual Casino Beef Week festival. The locality is well suited to those engaged in agriculture or seeking affordable rural land within the Northern Rivers region. Public transport is minimal, and a private vehicle is essential for day-to-day life. Lismore, approximately 32 kilometres to the north-east, provides access to a regional hospital, university, and broader services.

Leeville falls under postcode 2470 and is governed by the Richmond Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Page, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2470
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Richmond Valley
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.93°, 152.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
75.96 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2470

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2470, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,053
Median 2023–24
$50,592
▲ 20.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,723

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2470; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Northern Rivers Buslines 670 — Lismore via Casino Approx. 45 min to Lismore

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
730 km
By Train
No direct service; NSW TrainLink runs limited services from Casino to Sydney (not Brisbane)
By Car (Peak)
25 min to Casino; 7.5–8.5 hrs to Brisbane
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min to Casino; 7–8 hrs to Brisbane

🛣️ Remote rural locality; Casino is the local service centre 10 km north via Bruxner Highway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Leeville has no local services — residents drive to Casino or Lismore for all needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
282
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
493.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
397.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.5%
Non-DV assault
632 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
8.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
288.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Richmond Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leeville known for? +

Leeville is a quiet rural locality known for its pastoral setting south of Casino in northern New South Wales, situated within the Richmond Valley's renowned beef cattle country. The area is part of a broader agricultural region that produces a significant portion of Australia's beef cattle.

How far is Leeville from Casino? +

Leeville is approximately 10 kilometres south of Casino, making it about a 15 to 20 minute drive via local roads. Casino is the nearest major service centre for residents.

Does Leeville have public transport? +

Public transport in Leeville is extremely limited. There is no local bus stop within the locality itself, and residents must travel to Casino for the nearest bus and limited regional rail connections.

What is the population of Leeville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Leeville has a population of 282 residents, spread across a large 75.9 square kilometre rural area, reflecting the sparse, agricultural nature of the locality.

Is Leeville a good place to live? +

Leeville is well suited to farming families, landholders, and those seeking affordable rural acreage within easy reach of Casino's services. It offers a peaceful lifestyle but requires a car for all daily needs and is not suited to those needing urban amenities or reliable public transport.

What is the postcode for Leeville? +

The postcode for Leeville is 2470, shared with Casino and several other localities in the Richmond Valley Council area.

Is Leeville a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Leeville is part of the Richmond Valley 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.