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Tweed Heads, 2485

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Updated

Desirability score

60.2/100
Good

Top 14% of New South Wales' suburbs

82% data confidence

How this score is calculated
  • Green suburb
  • High desirability
  • Excellent transport
  • Cycling
  • National parks
What Tweed Heads is known for: Green suburb, High desirability, Excellent transport, Cycling, National parks

Suburb profile

As a regional hub in Tweed, Tweed Heads combines local convenience with the appeal of a established suburb that feels genuinely its own. The community is self-contained in the best sense. Local life comes first, with the region opening up beyond. Generous greenery runs through the area, from street trees to tucked-away reserves.

Retirees and empty-nesters are well represented here, with renters and young professionals well represented. There are enough cafés and casual dining options to keep weekends interesting. Parks, reserves and open space make it genuinely outdoor-friendly for walks, sport and weekend downtime.

Public transport is a genuine asset, linking residents to work, study and nearby neighbourhoods. Property is in demand, reflecting the appeal of living in a place people actively choose.

On the desirability index, the suburb rates good overall, led by growth momentum and parks and green space, while safety and housing affordability sit closer to the middle of the pack for similar regional towns.

Population

Population
9,176
Median age
55
Median household income / week
$1,138
Dwelling vacancy
14.1%
Unoccupied private dwellings
679 of 4,828
Median monthly mortgage
$1,733
Employment rate
43.7%
Dwelling mix (houses / semi / flats)
304 / 1,252 / 1,835

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Employment, household income and age diversity (2021 Census)

Data sources & freshness

  • 2021 Census — General Community Profile — Australian Bureau of Statistics · Period: 2021 · Updated on site · 2021 Census release

    The 2026 Census runs in August 2026; suburb-level updates are expected from mid-2027.

Housing

Flats / units (January to March 2026)
$660
Houses (January to March 2026)
$820
All types (January to March 2026)
$733
Rental bonds lodged (January to March 2026)
134

Median weekly rent from NSW DCJ rent tables. Figures can be unreliable where few bonds were lodged in the quarter.

Contributes to desirability score · Housing (15%) · Future Growth (7%)

Median price, rental yield and vacancy Recent price momentum

Data sources & freshness

Crime & safety

Total offences (Jan 2025 to Dec 2025)
1,451
Against the person
198
Against property
483
Rate per 1,000 residents
158.1
Person-crime prevalence
About 1 in 46 residents
State safety percentile
93th (lower crime is better)
Increase (daily rate)
+7.2%

Reported offences increased compared with the previous period.

Reported offences by period

Most common offence types

  • Breach Bail Conditions487
  • Malicious Damage To Property126
  • Non-Domestic Violence Related Assault109
  • Other Offences296
  • Steal From Retail Store233

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Crime rate and year-on-year trend

Data sources & freshness

  • BOCSAR postcode crime statistics — NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Period: Jan 2024 to Dec 2024 → Jan 2025 to Dec 2025; Jan 2025 to Dec 2025 · Updated on site · Rolling 12-month windows

Schools & preschools

Schools & preschools
2
Median school ICSEA (2 schools)
1,026.5
  • St Joseph's Primary SchoolPrimary
  • Tweed Heads Public SchoolPrimary

Contributes to desirability score · Education (15%)

School and preschool counts, median school ICSEA

Data sources & freshness

Public transport

84 public transport stops in this suburb

  • Ducat St At Caloola Dr
  • Ducat St Opp Caloola Dr
  • The Quarterdeck After The Jib
  • The Quarterdeck Opp The Jib
  • Wharf St Opp Tweed Heads Visitor Information Centre

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Public transport stop coverage

Data sources & freshness

  • Timetables Complete GTFS stops (© Transport for NSW, CC BY 4.0) — Transport for NSW — Open Data Hub · Period: current · Updated on site · GTFS static feed (updated nightly)

Planning & development

Development applications from NSW Planning Portal (lodged 2020–2026).

405 planning-related records

2026· 40 proposals

  • June 2026

  • Signage; Advertising and signage; Business identification sign; Retail Premise
    16-32 WHARF STREET TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Erection of a new structure; Jetty
    27 SHEARWATER PARADE TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Erection of a new structure; Minor building alterations (external)
    2 IVORY CRESCENT TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia; Retail Premise; Specialised Retail Premises; Food and drink premise
    30 BAY STREET TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Minor building alterations (internal); Minor building alterations (external)
    23 FLORENCE STREET TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Demolition; Erection of a new structure; Cabanas, cubby houses, ferneries, garden sheds, gazebos and greenhouses
    25 STANLEY STREET TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Erection of a new structure; Swimming pool
    112 CALOOLA DRIVE TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Subdivision; Erection of a new structure; Dual occupancy (detached); Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support; Swimming pool
    16 LEEWARD TERRACE TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure
    56 CALOOLA DRIVE TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah; Minor building alterations (internal); Minor building alterations (external)
    12 SANDPIPER AVENUE TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Residential Accommodation
    13 COMPASS WAY TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Demolition; Commercial development; Advertising and signage; Erection of a new structure; Centre-based child care
    95 DUCAT STREET TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Erection of a new structure; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
    1 8 DUCAT STREET TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Erection of a new structure; Residential Accommodation
    14 DUCAT STREET TWEED HEADS 2485Additional Information Requested

  • May 2026

  • Erection of a new structure; Fences; Supporting Development
    17 CALOOLA DRIVE TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Subdivision; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Dual occupancy (detached); Residential Accommodation
    78 CHARLES STREET TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Residential flat building; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
    5 BOUNDARY LANE TWEED HEADS 2485Determined
  • Subdivision; Erection of a new structure; Dual occupancy (detached)
    28 CHARLES STREET TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Demolition; Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure; Carport; Swimming pool; Residential Accommodation; Supporting Development
    17 SANDPIPER AVENUE TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Signage; Advertising and signage; Advertising structure; Supporting Development
    114 WHARF STREET TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Retail Premise
    101 KENNEDY DRIVE TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Swimming pool
    76 COMPANION WAY TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment

  • April 2026

  • Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia; Light industry
    64-66 OURIMBAH ROAD TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Carport; Fences
    75 KENNEDY DRIVE TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Dwelling house; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Erection of a new structure; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah; Cabanas, cubby houses, ferneries, garden sheds, gazebos and greenhouses; Fences; Residential Accommodation; Supporting Development
    5 THE MAINBRACE TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Office Premise; Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia; Retail Premise; Community facility
    56 RECREATION STREET TWEED HEADS 2485Additional Information Requested
  • Erection of a new structure; Water recreation structure
    8 COMPASS WAY TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Secondary dwelling; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
    41 KENNEDY DRIVE TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment

  • March 2026

  • Dwelling house; Erection of a new structure
    6 THE JIB TWEED HEADS 2485Determined
  • Dual occupancy; Demolition; Erection of a new structure; Dual occupancy (detached); Residential Accommodation
    56 THE QUARTERDECK TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Dwelling house; Subdivision; Erection of a new structure; Earthworks, retaining walls and structural support
    16 LEEWARD TERRACE TWEED HEADS 2485Determined
  • Erection of a new structure; Jetty
    16 NORMAN STREET TWEED HEADS 2485Determined
  • Erection of a new structure; Jetty
    82 COMPANION WAY TWEED HEADS 2485Determined
  • Residential flat building; Erection of a new structure; Residential Accommodation
    5 ENDEAVOUR PARADE TWEED HEADS 2485Additional Information Requested
  • Secondary dwelling; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Erection of a new structure; Carport; Minor building alterations (internal); Minor building alterations (external); Swimming pool
    35 DUCAT STREET TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment
  • Temporary building, structure or use; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah; Supporting Development
    13 6 MARINERS DRIVE EAST TWEED HEADS 2485Under Assessment

  • February 2026

  • Seniors housing; Independent living units; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
    10 POWELL STREET TWEED HEADS 2485Determined
  • Residential flat building; Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure
    6 IVORY CRESCENT TWEED HEADS 2485Determined
  • Alterations or additions to an existing building or structure; Balcony, deck, patio, terrace or verandah
    2 16 MCGREGOR CRESCENT TWEED HEADS 2485Determined
  • Change of use of land or a building or the classification of a building under the Building Code of Australia; Cabanas, cubby houses, ferneries, garden sheds, gazebos and greenhouses; Garage, carport or carparking space
    1 CALOOLA DRIVE TWEED HEADS 2485Determined

Contributes to desirability score · Future Growth (7%)

Development and planning activity

Data sources & freshness

Amenities

244 nearby amenities within ~1.5 km

  • LiquorlandAlcohol
  • ATM
  • La De DaBakery

    Unit 10 99 Kennedy Drive, Tweed Heads

  • The Cheesecake ShopBakery
  • Bbq (3)
  • Bench (35)
  • Coast CycleryBicycle
  • Bicycle Parking (4)
  • Banks Av at Hicks StBus stop
  • Banks Av before Keith Compton DrBus stop

Names and addresses from OpenStreetMap. Unnamed venues show as their type (e.g. Cafe).

Contributes to desirability score · Lifestyle (15%)

Food, shopping, recreation and sport (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

  • OpenStreetMap amenities — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh

Parks & reserves

10 parks and public open space in this suburb

  • Bridge Club ParkPark
  • Carlin Family ParkPark
  • Coral Street ParkPark
  • Jack Chard ParkPark
  • John Follent ParkPark
  • Keith Curran ParkPark
  • Lovers Rock ParkPark
  • Ray Pascoe ParkPark
  • Togo ReservePark

Data sources & freshness

Health access

Hospitals & GP clinics
8
Emergency department
On site
  • Chempropharmacy
  • EYE Optical Studiooptometrist
  • Gold Coast & Tweed Eye Doctorsdoctor
  • Priceline Pharmacypharmacy
  • Strong + Courageousphysiotherapist
  • Tweed Day SurgeryBoyd Streethospital
  • Tweed HospitalPowell Streethospital
  • Tweed SurgeryWharf Streetclinic

Contributes to desirability score · Accessibility (15%)

Hospitals and GP clinics

Data sources & freshness

Socio-economic (SEIFA)

IRSAD decile (2021)
4/10
IRSD decile (2021)
4/10

SEIFA indexes from ABS 2021. Decile 10 = most advantaged / least disadvantaged in Australia.

Contributes to desirability score · Community (5%)

Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile)

Data sources & freshness

Hazards

Bushfire planning zone
No overlay at centroid

Bushfire overlay checked at suburb centroid via NSW bush fire prone land mapping.

Contributes to desirability score · Safety (18%)

Bushfire hazard overlays

Data sources & freshness

  • Hazard planning overlays — State government hazard layers · Period: current · Updated on site

Green cover

Parks & woodland (OSM)
21
Parks (OSM)
17

OpenStreetMap parks and natural woodland features mapped within the suburb boundary.

Contributes to desirability score · Environment (10%)

Parks and green cover (OpenStreetMap)

Data sources & freshness

  • OpenStreetMap green cover features — OpenStreetMap contributors · Period: current · Updated on site · Weekly refresh

Desirability Index

Desirability score
60.2/100 — Good
State standing
Top 14% of New South Wales' suburbs
National rank
836th in Australia
State rank
290th in NSW
Peer rank
#14 among Country & regional · Mature suburbs
Cohort rank
#46 among Country & regional suburbs
Data confidence
82%

Data sources & freshness

  • Suburb Guide desirability index — Suburb Guide (derived score) · Period: current · Updated on site · Derived from source metrics

Recent changes

  • ATMamenitiesatm
  • Aldiamenitiessupermarket
  • BPamenitiesfuel
  • BP Connectamenitiesconvenience
  • Balance Mobilityamenitiesmedical_supply
  • Banks Av at Hicks Stamenitiesbus_stop
  • Banks Av before Keith Compton Dramenitiesbus_stop
  • Banks Av opp Hicks Stamenitiesbus_stop
  • Bargain Car RentalsamenitiesUnit 2 57 Ourimbah Roadcar_rental
  • Bbqamenitiesbbq

Data sources & freshness

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