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Nightcap

NSW 2480 • New South Wales

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Population (2021)
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Median Personal Income
39.65 km²
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Median Rent
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About Nightcap

Nightcap is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, sharing its name with the adjacent Nightcap National Park — a stunning World Heritage-listed rainforest reserve near Lismore and Byron Bay. The locality covers around 40 square kilometres of lush hinterland terrain and is effectively uninhabited based on 2021 Census data, serving primarily as a fringe designation for forested land within the Lismore City area. The area is characterised by dense subtropical rainforest, walking trails, and the iconic Minyon Falls.

Despite having virtually no permanent residential population, the Nightcap area draws visitors and day-trippers from Lismore, Byron Bay, and Bangalow who come to explore the national park's ancient rainforests, waterfalls, and scenic lookouts. The surrounding Northern Rivers region is famous for its alternative lifestyle communities, organic farms, and creative arts scene. Accommodation options such as eco-retreats dot the hinterland, making Nightcap a peaceful escape for nature lovers.

Nightcap 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
-28.53°, 153.28°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
39.65 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

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
780 km
By Train
Nearest train at Lismore (~15 km) with coach connection; total ~10 hours to Sydney
By Car (Peak)
~9 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
~8 hours

🛣️ Very remote rainforest locality; private vehicle essential. Byron Bay is ~50 km east.

Walkability Car Dependent

No urban services; national park terrain — walking trails within the park only

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
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▲ 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 Nightcap. 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 Nightcap NSW known for? +

Nightcap NSW shares its name with Nightcap National Park, a World Heritage-listed rainforest reserve near Lismore famous for Minyon Falls, ancient subtropical rainforest, and scenic walking trails.

How do I get to Nightcap National Park? +

Nightcap National Park is accessible by private vehicle from Lismore (approximately 20 km) or Byron Bay (approximately 50 km). There is no public transport directly to the park.

What is the nearest town to Nightcap NSW? +

Lismore is the nearest city, approximately 15-20 km from the Nightcap area, offering shops, hospitals, and services. Mullumbimby and Byron Bay are also accessible within an hour's drive.

Is Nightcap in the Byron Bay hinterland? +

Yes. Nightcap is in the Northern Rivers hinterland of NSW, broadly within the Byron Bay region, nestled between Lismore and the national park boundary.

Is Nightcap a safe area? +

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