East Lismore vs Lismore Heights
The verdict
East Lismore is more affordable, with a median house price of $613K versus $696K in Lismore Heights. Lismore Heights rates higher for education (54 vs 48). On the separate residential safety score, Lismore Heights rates higher (60 vs 22/100 in East Lismore).
Scores
| East Lismore | Lismore Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 57 | 58 |
| Transport | 46 | 46 |
| Education | 48 | 54 |
| Liveability | 76 | 72 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| East Lismore | Lismore Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,980 | 2,117 |
| Median age | 39 | 43 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,236 | $1,294 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 31.8% | 38.6% |
| Born in Australia | 83.0% | 84.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.2 |
Growth: East Lismore Stable · Lismore Heights Stable
Property
| East Lismore | Lismore Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $613K | $696K |
| Median unit price | $398K | $544K |
| House price YoY | 4.8% | -0.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $600 | $600 |
| Rental yield (house) | 4.8% | 4.3% |
| Days on market (house) | 26 | 27 |
Median price history
Safety
| East Lismore | Lismore Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 22 | 60 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 663 | 331 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 281 | 94 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 884 | 425 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 7,189 | 3,921 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| East Lismore | Lismore Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 6 | 1 |
| Government | 4 | 1 |
| Independent | 1 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 977 | 972 |
See the full school list on each profile: East Lismore · Lismore Heights
Transport
| East Lismore | Lismore Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 46 | 46 |
| 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 | 2.5 km |
Liveability
| East Lismore | Lismore Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0 |
| Playgrounds | 12 | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | 1 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 26.0 km | 26.5 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 595.1 km | 597.8 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.8 km | 1.1 km |
Population & growth
| East Lismore | Lismore Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,980 | 2,117 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,466 | 1,898 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,996 | 2,124 |
| Annual growth rate | -2.69% | -2.69% |
Common questions
Which is safer, East Lismore or Lismore Heights?
Lismore Heights has the higher residential safety score (East Lismore 22/100 vs Lismore Heights 60/100).
Which is more affordable, East Lismore or Lismore Heights?
East Lismore is more affordable, with a median house price of $613K versus $696K.
Which has better schools, East Lismore or Lismore Heights?
East Lismore has a higher average school ICSEA (East Lismore 977 vs Lismore Heights 972; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, East Lismore or Lismore Heights?
East Lismore and Lismore Heights have similar transport scores.
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