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Teven

NSW 2478 • New South Wales

306
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
21.82 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Teven

Teven is a small hinterland locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated approximately 10 kilometres inland from Ballina between the coastal flats and the ranges. With a population of around 306 residents spread across 22 square kilometres, it has a distinctly rural character defined by rolling hills, farmland, and rainforest remnants. The area is known for the Boral Teven Quarry, which has been supplying hard rock aggregates to the Northern Rivers since the late 1950s, and forms part of the broader Ballina LGA.

Life in Teven revolves around the quiet rhythms of rural living, with residents enjoying the lush hinterland scenery and proximity to the coast without the bustle of tourist towns. The locality sits just minutes from Ballina and the Pacific Highway, giving access to shopping, schools, and health services in town while retaining its peaceful semi-rural identity. It attracts lifestyle-seekers, hobby farmers, and families who want elbow room close to the Northern Rivers' beaches and communities.

Teven falls under postcode 2478 and is governed by the Ballina Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Richmond, while state elections fall under the Ballina electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2478
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Ballina
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Ballina
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.87°, 153.53°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
21.82 km²
Population Density
14 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$2.06M
5 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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 2478

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2478, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,678
Median 2023–24
$52,815
▲ 26.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$68,396

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2478; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
730 km
By Train
No direct train; nearest station is Ballina Airport shuttle or Casino (approx. 40 km)
By Car (Peak)
10 min to Ballina
By Car (Off-Peak)
10 min to Ballina

🛣️ Car essential; Pacific Highway provides easy access to Ballina and Byron Bay

Walkability Car-Dependent

No footpaths or public transport; vehicle required for all daily trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
306
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
367.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
237.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 12.3%
Non-DV assault
369.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
8.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
381.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.9%
View all 62 offence types for Ballina →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Teven NSW located? +

Teven is a rural hinterland locality in the Northern Rivers region of NSW, approximately 10 kilometres inland from Ballina and 30 kilometres south of Byron Bay.

What is the population of Teven? +

Teven has a population of approximately 306 residents according to the 2021 Census, spread across about 22 square kilometres of hinterland land.

Is there public transport in Teven? +

There is no regular public transport in Teven. Residents rely on private vehicles, with Ballina town centre approximately 10 minutes away by car.

What is Teven known for? +

Teven is known for its quiet hinterland character, the long-running Boral Teven Quarry, and its position as a charming rural hamlet just minutes from Ballina's beaches and services.

What is the median house price in Teven? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,060,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Teven a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Teven is part of the Ballina 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.