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Tweed Heads West

NSW 2485 • Rest of NSW

6,176
Population (2021)
$53,508
Median Household Income
9.97 km²
Area
$350/wk
Median Rent
Border TownCoastalRetirement FriendlyRelaxed LifestyleAirport Adjacent

About Tweed Heads West

Tweed Heads West is a residential suburb on the Tweed River, straddling the NSW-Queensland border just 31 kilometres south of Surfers Paradise. With around 6,200 residents and a median age of 48, this established community sits in Bundjalung traditional country and shares its character with the broader Tweed Heads urban area. The suburb is partly home to Gold Coast Airport, providing convenient air travel access.

Life here offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle with proximity to both Queensland's Gold Coast and northern NSW's beaches. Boyd Family Park on Cobaki Creek provides recreational facilities, while the nearby Seagulls club and Tweed Mall offer dining and shopping. The older demographic reflects the area's appeal to retirees and sea-changers seeking affordable coastal living with subtropical weather. Tweed Heads West attracts those who appreciate the border lifestyle—NSW addresses with Gold Coast amenities just minutes away.

Tweed Heads West 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 / Council
Tweed
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Tweed
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.18°, 153.50°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
9.97 km²
Elevation
13m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$1.16M
75 sales · ▲ 10% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$690K
73 sales · ▲ 19% 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.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,664
Avg Household Size
2.1 people
Median Age
47 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
2.9%

67 state housing + 10 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Varsity Lakes (QLD)
15 km
Not walkable

Bus Services

  • 700, 760 — Gold Coast (Broadbeach South) 50-60 min
  • 601, 602 — Tweed Heads, Kingscliff 10-20 min
  • TX5 — Murwillumbah 30 min

Commute to Brisbane

Distance
104 km
By Train
Not direct - bus to light rail then train, 2.5-3 hours
By Bus
2+ hours with transfers
By Car (Peak)
90-120 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
75-90 min

🛣️ Most commute to Gold Coast rather than Brisbane; Gold Coast Airport nearby

Walkability Car-Dependent

Car useful for most activities though local buses serve key destinations

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
182.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
202.4 / 100k
2yr Down 30.1% 10yr Up 2.5%
Non-DV assault
416.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
359.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Tweed →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,196
Census 2021
6,176
▼ 0.3% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$25,376
Personal Income 2021
$31,824
▲ 25.4% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$31,824 / yr
$612/wk
Household
$53,508 / yr
$1029/wk
Family
$73,164 / yr
$1407/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,518
Born Overseas 1,162

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 293
  • 2. New Zealand 218
  • 3. India 68
  • 4. Philippines 61
  • 5. Brazil 43
  • 6. Scotland 37
  • 7. Germany 36
  • 8. South Africa 31
  • 9. Thailand 23
  • 10. United States 20

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,527
Australian 2,182
Irish 743
Scottish 649
Australian Aboriginal 371
German 258
Italian 188
Filipino 84
Dutch 83
New Zealander 75

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,536
Both parents born in Australia
1,275
Both parents born overseas
754
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
45.9%
No Religion
40.3%
Buddhism
1.1%
Hinduism
0.8%
Sikhism
0.6%
Islam
0.1%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
299 (4.8%)
5-14 years
593 (9.6%)
15-19 years
265 (4.3%)
20-24 years
295 (4.8%)
25-34 years
787 (12.7%)
35-44 years
679 (11.0%)
45-54 years
697 (11.3%)
55-64 years
776 (12.6%)
65-74 years
881 (14.3%)
75-84 years
640 (10.4%)
85+ years
276 (4.5%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tweed Heads West known for? +

Tweed Heads West is known for its riverside setting on Cobaki Creek and proximity to both the Tweed River and the Queensland border. Boyd Family Park and local recreational areas make it popular with outdoor enthusiasts.

How far is Tweed Heads West from the Gold Coast? +

Tweed Heads West is approximately 31 kilometres south of Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast, with a drive time of around 35-45 minutes via the Pacific Highway or local roads.

Does Tweed Heads West have public transport? +

Tweed Heads West is served by bus routes connecting to Tweed Heads and Coolangatta. The Gold Coast Airport at Coolangatta is nearby, and the broader Gold Coast transport network is accessible across the border.

What is the population of Tweed Heads West? +

According to the 2021 Census, Tweed Heads West has a population of approximately 6,176 residents within the Tweed Shire Council local government area.

Is Tweed Heads West a good place to live? +

Tweed Heads West suits families and retirees seeking a relaxed lifestyle at the NSW-Queensland border with access to river activities and the Gold Coast. The suburb offers a quieter alternative to the more tourist-oriented Tweed Heads and Coolangatta.

What is the postcode for Tweed Heads West? +

The postcode for Tweed Heads West is 2485.

What is the average income in Tweed Heads West? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Tweed Heads West is about $612 per week (around $31,800 per year). The median household income is $1,029 per week and the median family income is $1,407 per week.

What is the median house price in Tweed Heads West? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $1,155,000, up 10% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $690,000, up 19% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Tweed Heads West? +

The median age in Tweed Heads West is 47. The largest age group is 65–74 (881 residents, around 14%). Around 19% of residents are under 20 and about 29% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Tweed Heads West a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Tweed Heads West is part of the Tweed 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.

How much is rent in Tweed Heads West? +

In Tweed Heads West, the median weekly rent is $350, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,664 (2021 Census).