East Lismore vs Girards Hill
The verdict
East Lismore is more affordable, with a median house price of $619K versus $652K in Girards Hill. Girards Hill rates higher for education (57 vs 48). East Lismore is closer to the coast (26.0 km vs 27.2 km). On the separate residential safety score, Girards Hill rates higher (33 vs 22/100 in East Lismore).
Scores
| East Lismore | Girards Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 57 | 62 |
| Transport | 46 | 54 |
| Education | 48 | 57 |
| Liveability | 76 | 75 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| East Lismore | Girards Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,980 | 1,318 |
| Median age | 39 | 47 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,236 | $1,237 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 31.8% | 42.8% |
| Born in Australia | 83.0% | 83.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.1 |
Growth: East Lismore Stable · Girards Hill Stable
Property
| East Lismore | Girards Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $619K | $652K |
| Median unit price | $398K | $405K |
| House price YoY | 3.7% | 48.4% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $620 | $620 |
| Rental yield (house) | 5.1% | 4.6% |
| Days on market (house) | 38 | 42 |
Median price history
Safety
| East Lismore | Girards Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 22 | 33 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 663 | 531 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 281 | 455 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 884 | 379 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,325 | 5,008 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| East Lismore | Girards Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 8 | 0 |
| Government | 4 | 0 |
| Independent | 3 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 965 | Data not available |
See the full school list on each profile: East Lismore · Girards Hill
Transport
| East Lismore | Girards Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 46 | 54 |
| Train stations | 0 | 0 |
| Bus stops | 0 | 0 |
| Light rail stops | 0 | 0 |
| Ferry wharves | 0 | 0 |
| CBD commute (min) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest train station (km) | 2.1 km | 1.0 km |
Liveability
| East Lismore | Girards Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Summer max temp | 30.0°C | 30.0°C |
| Winter max temp | 20.5°C | 20.5°C |
| Annual rainfall (mm) | 1,300 | 1,300 |
| Supermarkets | 0 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 0 |
| Parks | 8 | 3 |
| Playgrounds | 12 | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 12 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 26.0 km | 27.2 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 595.1 km | 595.5 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.8 km | 1.6 km |
Population & growth
| East Lismore | Girards Hill | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,980 | 1,318 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,466 | 1,182 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,996 | 1,322 |
| Annual growth rate | -2.69% | -2.69% |
Common questions
Which is safer, East Lismore or Girards Hill?
Girards Hill has the higher residential safety score (East Lismore 22/100 vs Girards Hill 33/100).
Which is more affordable, East Lismore or Girards Hill?
East Lismore is more affordable, with a median house price of $619K versus $652K.
Which has better public transport, East Lismore or Girards Hill?
Girards Hill has the higher transport score (East Lismore 46/100 vs Girards Hill 54/100).
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