Lennox Head
City in New South Wales, Australia
Overview
Lennox Head is a charming coastal town famed for its relaxed atmosphere, stunning beaches, and lush hinterland surrounds. Its blend of surf culture, natural beauty, and small-town hospitality makes it a favorite getaway in northern New South Wales.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Australia
State
New South Wales
Population
7,687
Time Zone
Australia/Sydney
Coordinates
-28.79°, 153.59°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
93
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,515
Local Cost
$1,860
Local Income
$2,950
Cashless
90
English
100
Temperature
21.7°C
Summer Avg
24.7°C
Winter Avg
18.4°C
Record High
34.0°C
Record Low
10.5°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
1218 mm
Internet Speed
64 Mbps
Upload
19 Mbps
Latency
30 ms
City Vibrancy
22
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
2
Parks
17
Transport
56
Walk Score
56
Footways
112.0
Airport
BNK
Distance
6 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 20 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 78/100.