Kyogle
An older, low-density rural service town, Kyogle has 2,248 residents, a density of 74.6 people per square kilometre and a median age of 47, which is 7.0 years above the national figure. Compared with nearby Casino and Lismore, it presents a quieter, more detached housing profile, with 89.7% of dwellings separate houses and 42.7% owned outright. Household income is $939 per week, at only the 10.1 percentile nationally, so affordability matters more than prestige. Forecast growth of 0.08% annually and 1.3% over 10 years point to a slow-growth market with balanced migration.
Local council: Kyogle
Population
2,248
Median Age
47.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$939/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
36
Kyogle suits buyers prioritising space, established ownership and a slower pace rather than rapid capital growth. Separate houses account for 89.7% of homes, while 3-bedroom dwellings represent 50.2%, giving families and downsizers a broad fit across the local stock. A monthly mortgage figure of $1,142 equates to 28.1% of household income, below the 30% stress threshold, while weekly rent is $280. Compared with apartment-oriented markets, Kyogle provides a more detached housing choice, but buyers should compare current sales carefully because household income sits at the 10.1 percentile nationally. The 42.7% outright ownership rate also points to a settled market.
For Buyers
Kyogle suits buyers prioritising space, established ownership and a slower pace rather than rapid capital growth. Separate houses account for 89.7% of homes, while 3-bedroom dwellings represent 50.2%, giving families and downsizers a broad fit across the local stock. A monthly mortgage figure of $1,142 equates to 28.1% of household income, below the 30% stress threshold, while weekly rent is $280. Compared with apartment-oriented markets, Kyogle provides a more detached housing choice, but buyers should compare current sales carefully because household income sits at the 10.1 percentile nationally. The 42.7% outright ownership rate also points to a settled market.
For Investors
Kyogle is better suited to a patient rental strategy than a high-growth investment thesis. Renting accounts for 30.3% of occupied dwellings, with weekly rent at $280 and a vacancy rate of 8.9%, which can give tenants more choice compared with tightly held markets. The 37 development matters recorded over 12 months indicate ongoing property activity, although the examples include a pool, demolition and a 2-dwelling dual occupancy rather than a large pipeline of new housing. Forecast growth is only 0.08% annually and migration is described as Balanced, so investors should focus on tenant demand, maintenance costs and purchase yield rather than assuming rapid price escalation.
Development Activity
Total DAs
180
Last 12 Months
36
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-2.7%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Kyogle
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Demographics
Kyogle has an older and less tertiary-educated population than Australia overall. The median age is 47, or 7.0 years above the national figure, while university attendance or qualification is 17.2%, sitting 12.9 percentage points below the national comparison. The overseas-born share is 8.7%, also 12.9 points below nationally, and English, Irish and Scottish ancestry counts 861, 338 and 255 respectively. Compared with larger regional centres, the population is more locally settled, with 79.0% staying at the same address and turnover at 21.0%. Household size averages 2.2 people, 0.3 below the national comparison, while Christianity counts 1,054 residents and no religion 827.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
89.7%
Houses
0.9%
Townhouse
7.9%
Apartment
Tenure
Kyogle's housing stock is strongly detached and oriented to conventional family layouts. Separate houses make up 89.7% of dwellings, compared with 7.9% apartments and 0.9% semi-detached homes. Three-bedroom properties account for 50.2%, followed by 2-bedroom homes at 25.4% and 4-bedroom or larger homes at 21.4%. Compared with apartment-heavy markets, this profile gives buyers more land-oriented choice, while 42.7% outright ownership and 25.2% mortgage ownership indicate a substantial settled base. Renting is 30.3%, vacancy is 8.9%, and rent consumes 29.8% of household income, slightly above the 28.1% mortgage-to-income figure. Lower household income, at the 10.1 percentile, keeps price discipline important.
Mortgage / mo
$1,142
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $280.
$450
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $520
HH Size
2.2
Personal Income / wk
$541
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
8.9%
Unoccupied
88
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
29.8%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
28.1%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
29.9%
Couples with children
38.8%
Couples, no children
29.8%
Single parent
541
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is Kyogle's dominant industry, employing 122 people or 27.8% of the workforce, followed by education at 53, construction at 48, manufacturing at 28 and retail at 28. The occupational mix includes 120 community and personal service workers, 118 labourers, 111 trades workers and 108 professionals, showing that essential services and practical skills sit alongside a smaller professional base. Compared with higher-income regional economies, participation is modest at 43.6%, unemployment is 6.6% and full-time employment is 54.1%. The low socioeconomic profile is reflected in IEO and IER deciles of 3, and IRSD and IRSAD deciles of 2, below the midpoint. A median age of 47 and 822 people outside the labour force help explain the participation result.
Unemployment
6.6%
Labour Force
792
Unemployed
52
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
54.1%
Part-time
38.9%
Participation
43.6%
Employed
740
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
17.2%
Postgraduate
2.3%
Born Overseas
8.7%
Dwellings
900
Transport to Work
Kyogle is practical for residents comfortable with driving and local services. Car driving accounts for 73.6% of journeys, compared with 9.5% walking or cycling and 10.8% working from home, so daily access is likely to depend on private transport. Two government schools serve the town, covering primary and secondary education, which supports local schooling access without implying performance or enrolment outcomes. Compared with denser centres, the detached setting and 74.6 people per square kilometre provide a quieter environment, but services should be planned around an older population: the median age is 47 and 9.4% need assistance. An IRSAD decile of 2 is below the midpoint, so households should check health, transport and support access for their exact address. For safety decisions, consult current NSW Police information and local advice.
Drive
73.6%
Public Transport
N/A
Walk / Cycle
9.5%
Work from Home
10.8%
Growth Outlook
Kyogle's growth outlook is slow and ageing rather than expansionary. The forecast trend is 0.08% annually, while migration is classified as Balanced, suggesting no single strong inflow driver. Population change across the wider area is 1.3% over 10 years, compared with much faster regional growth corridors. The shift trajectory is Aging, with the senior share rising 9.6 percentage points and the young share falling 2.8 points, while the working share declines 4.8 points. Compared with a gentrifying market, Kyogle has a gentrification score of 0 and a stage of Not gentrifying. The separate shift indicator records Early signs and a score of 20, so small property changes may occur without a broad transformation.
Population trend: Kyogle council area
Kyogle sits in the Kyogle council area. These are the council area's residents, not Kyogle's.
Residents 2025
9,707
Growth, 5 yr average
+0.8%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+0.8%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Kyogle compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kyogle a good suburb to live in?
Kyogle can suit residents who value a quieter, detached setting and local schooling. The population is 2,248, the median age is 47 and 89.7% of homes are separate houses. Compared with denser regional centres, daily life is more car-dependent, with 73.6% driving to work, while 8.9% vacancy may provide some rental choice.
What is the median house price in Kyogle?
A current median house price should be checked against recent local sales rather than assumed from suburb averages. Review at least 3 comparable transactions, including land size and renovation condition, because 89.7% of Kyogle homes are separate houses and 50.2% have 3 bedrooms. Household income is $939 per week, so borrowing capacity remains an important comparison point.
What schools are in Kyogle?
Kyogle has 2 listed government schools: Kyogle Public School for primary students and Kyogle High School for secondary students. Families should confirm the exact enrolment zone, year-level availability and transport arrangements for each address. The town's median age is 47, so local school demand may differ from younger growth suburbs.
Is Kyogle safe?
A safety decision should rely on current incident information for the exact street, not on population size alone. Kyogle has 2,248 residents and a 21.0% annual address turnover rate, so local conditions can vary between neighbourhoods. Check current NSW Police crime statistics, visit the area at different times and ask nearby residents about lighting, traffic and community concerns.
Is Kyogle good for property investment?
Kyogle may suit a patient investor focused on rental income rather than rapid growth. Renting represents 30.3% of dwellings, weekly rent is $280 and vacancy is 8.9%, giving tenants more choice than in tightly held markets. Forecast growth is only 0.08% annually, while 37 development matters in 12 months indicate activity but not a large new housing pipeline.
How is Kyogle's population changing?
Kyogle has 2,248 residents today, with a median age of 47. The wider-area forecast records 0.08% annual growth and 1.3% population change over 10 years, with migration classified as Balanced. The trajectory is Aging: the senior share has risen 9.6 percentage points, while the young share has fallen 2.8 points.
What development is occurring in Kyogle?
There were 37 development matters recorded over 12 months. Examples include a swimming pool, demolition and a dual occupancy with 2 dwellings. This indicates ongoing small-scale property activity rather than evidence of a major construction boom. Buyers should check council approvals, flood or bushfire constraints and infrastructure servicing before committing.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).
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