🔍

Liston

NSW 2372 • New South Wales

130
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
77.05 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteHistoricMountainQuiet
Advertisement

About Liston

Liston is a small mountain village in northern New South Wales, located within Tenterfield Shire on the old Cobb & Co coaching route that now forms part of the Mount Lindesay Highway. Sitting near the New South Wales–Queensland border, it covers a large area of 77 square kilometres while housing just 130 residents, making it one of the more sparsely settled localities in the New England tablelands. Median incomes here are among the lowest in regional NSW, reflecting a community that has transitioned from its 19th-century mining boom to a quiet rural existence.

Liston was once a thriving centre for tin and silver mining and retains traces of its frontier heritage in its historical character. Interestingly, although it lies within New South Wales, the closest major town is Stanthorpe in Queensland, approximately 15 kilometres away, where residents access hospitals, schools, shops, and services. The locality still reflects a traditional rural lifestyle — with many properties relying on tank water and wood fire heating — appealing to those seeking true off-grid, bush living on the Northern Tablelands.

Liston falls under postcode 2372 and is governed by the Tenterfield Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wright, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2372
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tenterfield
Federal Electorate
Wright
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.08°, 152.00°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
77.05 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

📣 Ad

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2372

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2372, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$29,717
Median 2023–24
$37,085
▲ 24.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$46,904

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2372; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled services — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
230 km
By Train
No direct service; nearest rail is at Warwick QLD (~60 km) or Tenterfield NSW (~50 km)
By Car (Peak)
2h 30min - 3h
By Car (Off-Peak)
2h 15min - 2h 30min

🛣️ Closest major town is Stanthorpe QLD (~15 km); Mount Lindesay Highway provides main road access

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Remote mountain village with no local shops or services; residents drive to Stanthorpe QLD for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
130
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
508.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
437.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Non-DV assault
367.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
183.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Tenterfield →

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

📣 Ad

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Liston known for? +

Liston is known for its rich 19th-century mining history, having been a centre for tin and silver extraction, and for its location on the historic Cobb & Co coaching route. Today it is a quiet, remote village that preserves the character of early rural New South Wales.

How far is Liston from the nearest town? +

The closest major town to Liston is Stanthorpe in Queensland, approximately 15 kilometres away via the Mount Lindesay Highway. Despite being in New South Wales, residents primarily rely on Stanthorpe for shopping, medical care, schools, and services.

Does Liston have public transport? +

Liston has no public transport services. There is no rail or bus access to the village, and a private vehicle is essential. The nearest train station is at Tenterfield, approximately 50 kilometres to the south.

What is the population of Liston? +

Liston had a population of 130 residents at the 2021 Census, spread across a large area of about 77 square kilometres in Tenterfield Shire.

Is Liston a good place to live? +

Liston appeals to those who want a genuinely remote, self-sufficient lifestyle in the mountains of northern NSW. It suits people comfortable with the practicalities of rural living — tank water, limited services, and long drives — in exchange for peace, space, and natural beauty.

What is the postcode for Liston? +

Liston has the postcode 2372, which covers several localities in the Tenterfield and Inverell Shire areas of northern New South Wales.

Is Liston a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Liston is part of the Tenterfield 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.