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Tweed Heads

NSW 2485 • Rest of NSW

9,176
Population (2021)
$34,320
Median Income
3.76 km²
Area
8m
Elevation

About Tweed Heads

Tweed Heads is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Tweed (Area) area. With a population of 9,176 and a median income of $34,320, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 3.76 km² at an elevation of 8m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Tweed Heads provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Tweed Heads falls under postcode 2485 and is governed by Tweed Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tweed electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2485
Urban Area
Tweed Heads
LGA
Tweed
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Tweed
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.18°, 153.54°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
3.76 km²
Elevation
8m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    Tweed Heads Mall Shopping CentreCnr Pacific Highway & Frances Street Tweed heads 2485 NSW
  • Woolworths
    Tweed Centro Shopping Centre, Cnr Wharf And Bay Street Tweed Heads 2485 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$403
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2 people
Median Age
55 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,176
Census 2021
9,176
▲ 12.2% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$28,132
Income 2021
$34,320
▲ 22.0% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,506
Born Overseas 1,881

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 460
  • 2. New Zealand 340
  • 3. Brazil 209
  • 4. Philippines 88
  • 5. Scotland 63
  • 6. Germany 52
  • 7. India 44
  • 8. Japan 43
  • 9. United States 43
  • 10. China 38
  • 11. South Africa 38
  • 12. Italy 29
  • 13. Thailand 27
  • 14. Canada 26
  • 15. Ireland 23

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,946
Australian 2,966
Irish 1,323
Scottish 1,024
German 377
Italian 298
Australian Aboriginal 255
Chinese 119
Filipino 117
Dutch 98

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,177
Both parents born in Australia
2,175
Both parents born overseas
1,037
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.6%
No Religion
38.6%
Buddhism
1.1%
Hinduism
0.4%
Judaism
0.2%
Islam
0.1%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
396 (4.3%)
5-14 years
615 (6.7%)
15-19 years
332 (3.6%)
20-24 years
373 (4.1%)
25-34 years
991 (10.8%)
35-44 years
970 (10.6%)
45-54 years
889 (9.7%)
55-64 years
1,325 (14.4%)
65-74 years
1,592 (17.3%)
75-84 years
1,153 (12.6%)
85+ years
551 (6.0%)

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