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Monaltrie

NSW 2480 • New South Wales

235
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
19.27 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-FriendlyAffordable

About Monaltrie

Monaltrie is a small rural locality in the City of Lismore local government area in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated approximately 15 km south-east of Lismore. With a population of around 235 residents at the 2021 Census, the area covers nearly 20 km² of gently rolling hinterland characterised by hobby farms, small cattle properties and remnant subtropical rainforest typical of the Northern Rivers region.

Life in Monaltrie is defined by the peaceful rhythms of rural Northern Rivers living, attracting residents who value space, privacy and proximity to nature while remaining within easy reach of Lismore's services, including the Southern Cross University campus. The area is part of a broader hinterland that has seen growing interest from lifestyle-seekers and small-scale farmers seeking affordable land within the Northern Rivers. Lismore provides schools, hospitals, shopping and transport links for Monaltrie residents.

Monaltrie falls under postcode 2480 and is governed by Lismore Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in 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
19.27 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Lismore (no rail — Lismore rail closed 2004)
15 km
Drive only

Bus Services

  • Lismore Transit / Heffron Bus Services — Lismore CBD 20–25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD (via Lismore)

Distance
760 km
By Train
No rail; coach/bus from Lismore to Brisbane or Sydney available
By Car (Peak)
8–9 hrs to Sydney; 2.5 hrs to Brisbane
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 hrs to Sydney via Pacific Motorway

🛣️ Lismore Airport offers regional flights; closest major airports are Gold Coast and Brisbane

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no footpaths or local services; a car is essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Lismore Local Government Area, which contains Monaltrie. 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)

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
235
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Monaltrie NSW? +

Monaltrie is a rural locality in the City of Lismore LGA in the Northern Rivers region of NSW, approximately 15 km south-east of Lismore CBD.

What schools are near Monaltrie? +

The nearest schools are in Lismore, including Lismore Public School, Richmond River High School and the Southern Cross University early childhood facilities. There are no schools within Monaltrie itself.

Is Monaltrie a good place to buy land? +

Monaltrie offers affordable rural land relative to more well-known Northern Rivers locations. It appeals to hobby farmers and lifestyle buyers who want proximity to Lismore and the Northern Rivers without the premium of coastal suburbs.

Is Monaltrie a safe area? +

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

What is the population of Monaltrie? +

Monaltrie had a population of 235 at the 2021 Census.