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Spring Grove

NSW 2470 • New South Wales

532
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
36.60 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-FriendlyAffordable
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About Spring Grove

Spring Grove is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated along the Pelican Creek approximately 150 kilometres south of Brisbane and within the City of Lismore local government area. With a population of around 532 residents as of the 2021 census, the locality covers nearly 37 square kilometres of hilly farmland and subtropical bushland. It falls within the federal electorate of Page and the state electorate of Lismore.

Spring Grove offers a relaxed country lifestyle surrounded by the lush green hills typical of the Northern Rivers. Residents draw on nearby Lismore — the regional centre — for schools, hospitals, shopping, and employment, with the city approximately 15-20 kilometres away. The broader Northern Rivers region is known for its creative communities, farmers' markets, and access to both coastal and hinterland attractions, making Spring Grove an appealing base for those who value space and a genuine rural character.

Spring Grove falls under postcode 2470 and is governed by the Richmond Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Page, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2470
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Richmond Valley
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.93°, 152.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
36.60 km²
Population Density
15 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Spring Grove for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$1.01M
10 sales · ▲ 21.6% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2470

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2470, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$42,053
Median 2023–24
$50,592
▲ 20.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,723

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2470; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Lismore regional services — Lismore CBD ~25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
590 km
By Car (Peak)
Approx 7 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 7 hr

🛣️ Lismore (~15 km) is the nearest city with full services. Brisbane (~150 km north) is more accessible than Sydney. No rail access in the locality; nearest train at Casino (~50 km).

Walkability Car Dependent

Rural Northern Rivers locality with no footpaths or public transport within the suburb. A car is essential for access to Lismore and daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
532
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
493.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
397.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.5%
Non-DV assault
632 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
8.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
288.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Richmond Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Spring Grove NSW? +

Spring Grove is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, about 15-20 km from Lismore and approximately 150 km south of Brisbane.

What LGA is Spring Grove in? +

Spring Grove is within the City of Lismore local government area in NSW.

What is the population of Spring Grove? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 532 residents in Spring Grove.

What services are available near Spring Grove? +

Lismore, approximately 15-20 km away, provides the nearest schools, hospitals, supermarkets, and services for Spring Grove residents.

What is the median house price in Spring Grove? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,015,000, up 21.6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Spring Grove a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Spring Grove is part of the Richmond Valley 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.