Tweed
Tweed scores well on lifestyle & amenity (74/100) but only 37/100 on community services — a gap worth watching.
"Gold Coast border country — Tweed Heads, Mount Warning, and the green hinterland"
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New South Wales · regional council · Pop. 99,793
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: high
Overall Score
56 out of 100
#26 of 79 regional councils in NSW
#41 in New South Wales
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 73/100 |
| Community Services | 37/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 74/100 |
| Core Operations | 40/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Tweed performs strongest in Lifestyle & Amenity (scoring 74 out of 100 against peers), with room to improve in Community Services (currently 37 out of 100).
What Makes This Place Unique
Gold Coast border country — Tweed Heads, Mount Warning, and the green hinterland
Tweed Shire stretches from the Queensland border at Tweed Heads through coastal villages to the stunning Tweed caldera hinterland dominated by Mount Warning (Wollumbin). It's more relaxed than the Gold Coast but benefits from its proximity.
Known For
- Mount Warning (Wollumbin) — dramatic volcanic remnant
- Tweed Coast beaches — Cabarita, Kingscliff, Hastings Point
- Tropical Fruit World and agricultural heritage
- Border proximity to Gold Coast amenity
Living Here
Tweed offers the lifestyle benefits of the Gold Coast region without the intensity. The coastal villages are charming and more affordable. The hinterland is spectacular. You get Queensland shopping and services just across the border.
Hidden Gem
Fingal Head lighthouse and the basalt columns — a striking coastal geological feature with excellent whale watching.