East Lismore vs Lismore
The verdict
Lismore is more affordable, with a median house price of $546K versus $619K in East Lismore. Lismore rates higher for transport (78 vs 46). East Lismore is closer to the coast (26.0 km vs 27.1 km). On the separate residential safety score, East Lismore rates higher (22 vs 5/100 in Lismore).
Scores
| East Lismore | Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 57 | 68 |
| Transport | 46 | 78 |
| Education | 48 | 48 |
| 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 | Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,980 | 3,656 |
| Median age | 39 | 41 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,236 | $1,035 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 31.8% | 31.4% |
| Born in Australia | 83.0% | 77.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.3 | 2.1 |
Growth: East Lismore Stable · Lismore Stable
Property
| East Lismore | Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $619K | $546K |
| Median unit price | $398K | $338K |
| House price YoY | 3.7% | 13.3% |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $620 | $620 |
| Rental yield (house) | 5.1% | 5.8% |
| Days on market (house) | 38 | 36 |
Median price history
Safety
| East Lismore | Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 22 | 5 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 663 | 766 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 281 | 766 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 884 | 1,039 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 6,325 | 35,613 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| East Lismore | Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 8 | 4 |
| Government | 4 | 1 |
| Independent | 3 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 965 | 991 |
See the full school list on each profile: East Lismore · Lismore
Transport
| East Lismore | Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 46 | 78 |
| Train stations | 0 | 1 |
| 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 | 1.1 km |
Liveability
| East Lismore | Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 5 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 2 | 16 |
| Parks | 8 | 11 |
| Playgrounds | 12 | 5 |
| Swimming pools | 1 | 9 |
| Medical GPs | 0 | 1 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 26.0 km | 27.1 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 595.1 km | 596.7 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 1.8 km | 400 m |
Population & growth
| East Lismore | Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 4,980 | 3,656 |
| Estimated 2025 | 4,466 | 3,278 |
| Projected 2041 | 4,996 | 3,668 |
| Annual growth rate | -2.69% | -2.69% |
Common questions
Which is safer, East Lismore or Lismore?
East Lismore has the higher residential safety score (East Lismore 22/100 vs Lismore 5/100).
Which is more affordable, East Lismore or Lismore?
Lismore is more affordable, with a median house price of $546K versus $619K.
Which has better schools, East Lismore or Lismore?
Lismore has a higher average school ICSEA (East Lismore 965 vs Lismore 991; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, East Lismore or Lismore?
Lismore has the higher transport score (East Lismore 46/100 vs Lismore 78/100).
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