Lennox Head

NSW 2478 • Rest of NSW

7,687
Population (2021)
$48,724
Median Income
20.71 km²
Area
19m
Elevation

About Lennox Head

Lennox Head is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Ballina (Area) area. With a population of 7,687 and a median income of $48,724, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 20.71 km² at an elevation of 19m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Lennox Head is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Lennox Head falls under postcode 2478 and is governed by Ballina Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Ballina electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2478
Urban Area
N/A
LGA
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.79°, 153.58°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
20.71 km²
Elevation
19m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Hutley Dr Lennox Head 2478 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$580
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,192
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
42 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,407
Census 2021
7,687
20.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$37,648
Income 2021
$48,724
29.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,117
Born Overseas 1,182

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 333
  • 2. New Zealand 157
  • 3. United States 67
  • 4. South Africa 55
  • 5. Scotland 43
  • 6. Canada 41
  • 7. Germany 38
  • 8. Brazil 33
  • 9. Netherlands 27
  • 10. Thailand 27
  • 11. Japan 24
  • 12. France 19
  • 13. Papua New Guinea 19
  • 14. Ireland 16
  • 15. Iran 15

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,409
Australian 2,802
Irish 1,285
Scottish 1,099
German 390
Italian 283
Australian Aboriginal 163
Dutch 148
French 79
Chinese 76

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,712
Both parents born in Australia
1,404
Both parents born overseas
1,164
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.1%
Christianity
39.2%
Buddhism
1.4%
Judaism
0.3%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
472 (6.1%)
5-14 years
1,054 (13.7%)
15-19 years
405 (5.3%)
20-24 years
289 (3.8%)
25-34 years
828 (10.8%)
35-44 years
1,120 (14.6%)
45-54 years
1,107 (14.4%)
55-64 years
1,089 (14.2%)
65-74 years
875 (11.4%)
75-84 years
335 (4.4%)
85+ years
104 (1.4%)

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