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Mountain Top

NSW 2480 • New South Wales

45
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
11.55 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableRetirees
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About Mountain Top

Mountain Top is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within the City of Lismore local government area near postcode 2480. Covering approximately 11.5 square kilometres in the hinterland west of Lismore, the area has a very small population of under 100 residents and is characterised by lush subtropical rainforest terrain and elevated ridge country. The locality sits in the Bundjalung Nation's traditional lands and forms part of the scenic green hills that typify the Northern Rivers hinterland.

Mountain Top appeals to those seeking a quiet, off-the-grid lifestyle amid subtropical bushland, with hobby farms and small acreages making up much of the land use. Residents typically travel to Lismore, roughly 20–25 kilometres away, for shopping, services, and employment. The locality's elevated position offers sweeping views and a cool microclimate, attracting tree-changers and nature lovers who value privacy and proximity to Northern Rivers' vibrant alternative communities.

Mountain Top 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
11.55 km²
Population Density
4 /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

  • Limited regional services — Lismore 30-40 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
730 km
By Train
N/A – no direct rail
By Car (Peak)
8-9 hours to Sydney; ~25 min to Lismore
By Car (Off-Peak)
~25 min to Lismore

🛣️ Lismore Airport provides regional air access; car is essential

Walkability Car-Dependent

Isolated rural locality with no walkable services; private vehicle essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
45
▲ 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 Mountain Top. 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

Where is Mountain Top NSW? +

Mountain Top is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of NSW, located in the hinterland west of Lismore within the City of Lismore LGA.

How far is Mountain Top from Lismore? +

Mountain Top is approximately 20–25 kilometres from Lismore city centre, around a 25–30 minute drive.

What is Mountain Top known for? +

Mountain Top is known for its elevated subtropical hinterland setting, hobby farms, and quiet rural lifestyle typical of the Northern Rivers region.

Is Mountain Top a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mountain Top 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 Mountain Top? +

Mountain Top had a population of 45 at the 2021 Census.