Richmond Valley
Richmond Valley scores well on community services (74/100) but only 34/100 on sustainability — a gap worth watching.
"Northern Rivers country town — Casino beef capital and river heritage"
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New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 23,892
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
53 out of 100
#32 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#55 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 34/100 |
| Community Services | 74/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 52/100 |
| Core Operations | 51/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Richmond Valley performs strongest in Community Services (scoring 74 out of 100 against peers), with room to improve in Sustainability (currently 34 out of 100).
What Makes This Place Unique
Northern Rivers country town — Casino beef capital and river heritage
Richmond Valley covers Casino and surrounding Northern Rivers farming communities.
Known For
- Casino Beef Week — celebrating the local cattle industry
- Richmond River heritage
- Northern Rivers farming
- Affordable Northern Rivers living
Living Here
Richmond Valley offers very affordable Northern Rivers living. Casino has basic services.
Hidden Gem
The Richmond River paddle — canoeing through lush subtropical river country.