Lismore vs North Lismore
The verdict
North Lismore is more affordable, with a median house price of $366K versus $524K in Lismore. Lismore rates higher for transport (78 vs 46). Lismore is closer to the coast (27.1 km vs 28.9 km). On the separate residential safety score, North Lismore rates higher (23 vs 5/100 in Lismore).
Scores
| Lismore | North Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 68 | 49 |
| Transport | 78 | 46 |
| Education | 48 | 46 |
| Liveability | 75 | 54 |
Overall is based on transport, liveability & education — the metrics available at consistent quality nationwide. Residential safety is compared separately below.
Demographics
| Lismore | North Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,656 | 754 |
| Median age | 41 | 42 |
| Median household income (wk) | $1,035 | $1,166 |
| Bachelor degree or higher | 31.4% | 28.6% |
| Born in Australia | 77.1% | 82.6% |
| Avg household size | 2.1 | 2.4 |
Growth: Lismore Stable · North Lismore Stable
Property
| Lismore | North Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $524K | $366K |
| Median unit price | $281K | Data not available |
| House price YoY | 4.7% | Data not available |
| Median rent — house (wk) | $600 | $600 |
| Rental yield (house) | 5.6% | Data not available |
| Days on market (house) | 28 | 56 |
Median price history
Safety
| Lismore | North Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| Residential safety score | 5 | 23 |
| Break & enter dwelling /100k | 766 | 133 |
| Motor vehicle theft /100k | 766 | 1,194 |
| Domestic assault /100k | 1,039 | 928 |
| Total incidents /100k (all) | 49,426 | 15,517 |
Total incidents over time
Schools
| Lismore | North Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| Total schools | 4 | 2 |
| Government | 1 | 1 |
| Independent | 2 | 0 |
| Average ICSEA | 1,007 | 1,015 |
See the full school list on each profile: Lismore · North Lismore
Transport
| Lismore | North Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| Transport score | 78 | 46 |
| Train stations | 1 | 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) | 1.1 km | 2.7 km |
Liveability
| Lismore | North 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 | 5 | 0 |
| Cafes & restaurants | 16 | 0 |
| Parks | 11 | 2 |
| Playgrounds | 5 | Data not available |
| Swimming pools | 9 | Data not available |
| Medical GPs | 1 | 0 |
| Distance to coast (km) | 27.1 km | 28.9 km |
| Distance to CBD (km) | 596.7 km | 599.0 km |
| Nearest beach (km) | Data not available | Data not available |
| Nearest hospital (km) | 400 m | 2.6 km |
Population & growth
| Lismore | North Lismore | |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 3,656 | 754 |
| Estimated 2025 | 3,278 | 676 |
| Projected 2041 | 3,668 | 756 |
| Annual growth rate | -2.69% | -2.69% |
Common questions
Which is safer, Lismore or North Lismore?
North Lismore has the higher residential safety score (Lismore 5/100 vs North Lismore 23/100).
Which is more affordable, Lismore or North Lismore?
North Lismore is more affordable, with a median house price of $366K versus $524K.
Which has better schools, Lismore or North Lismore?
North Lismore has a higher average school ICSEA (Lismore 1007 vs North Lismore 1015; national average 1000).
Which has better public transport, Lismore or North Lismore?
Lismore has the higher transport score (Lismore 78/100 vs North Lismore 46/100).
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