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Loftville

NSW 2480 • New South Wales

265
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3.72 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAffordableNorthern Rivers
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About Loftville

Loftville is a small locality in the Lismore City Council area of northern New South Wales, situated on the Bruxner Highway approximately 600 kilometres north of Sydney and on the outskirts of the Lismore urban area. With a population of 265 residents across a compact 3.7 square kilometre area, it functions as a quiet semi-rural fringe locality adjacent to the Lismore region, part of the broader Northern Rivers district. Median incomes are below state averages, consistent with the surrounding regional economy.

Loftville sits near Lismore Lake, with the Lismore Lake Caravan Park located on the Bruxner Highway providing a local landmark for the area. The nearby city of Lismore offers the full range of urban amenities including shopping, schools, Southern Cross University, and healthcare facilities, all within a short drive. The Northern Rivers region is known for its subtropical hinterland, creative communities, and the UNESCO-recognised Gondwana Rainforests, making the broader area popular with lifestyle seekers and those relocating from major cities.

Loftville 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
3.72 km²
Population Density
71 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 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

  • Lismore Bus & Coach local services — Lismore CBD 5-10 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
600 km
By Train
No direct rail service; nearest NSW TrainLink service operates from Casino (~30 km away)
By Car (Peak)
6.5-7 hrs to Sydney
By Car (Off-Peak)
6-6.5 hrs to Sydney

🛣️ Gold Coast is approximately 1.5 hours drive north; Brisbane CBD around 2 hours north

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Car-dependent fringe locality with limited local amenities; all major services are in nearby Lismore

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
265
▲ 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 Loftville. 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 Loftville known for? +

Loftville is a quiet semi-rural locality on the Bruxner Highway adjacent to Lismore, best known for the Lismore Lake and the Lismore Lake Caravan Park. It sits on the fringe of the Northern Rivers city of Lismore in subtropical northern New South Wales.

How far is Loftville from Sydney? +

Loftville is approximately 600 kilometres north of the Sydney CBD, which equates to a 6 to 7 hour drive. The Gold Coast is about 1.5 hours to the north, and Brisbane CBD is approximately 2 hours north via the Pacific Highway.

Does Loftville have public transport? +

Loftville is served by local Lismore Bus & Coach services connecting to the Lismore CBD, a short trip away. There is no train service; the nearest NSW TrainLink rail connection is at Casino, approximately 30 kilometres away.

What is the population of Loftville? +

According to the 2021 Census, Loftville has a population of 265 residents in a compact area of 3.7 square kilometres, giving it the feel of a small suburban fringe locality on the edge of Lismore.

Is Loftville a good place to live? +

Loftville offers an affordable, semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of Lismore's full range of services, Southern Cross University, and the Northern Rivers' famous subtropical landscape and creative communities. It suits those who want space and greenery without being far from a regional city.

What is the postcode for Loftville? +

The postcode for Loftville, New South Wales is 2480, which it shares with Lismore and several nearby Northern Rivers localities.

Is Loftville a safe area? +

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