Demographics

Byron Bay is approximately 19.07 square kilometres. In 2016 the population of Byron Bay was 5521. The population is 49% male and 51% female. On average the monthly mortgage repayments in Byron Bay are $1800 to $2399. The most common weekly income bracket is $400 to $499 per week. Weekly rents in the area are on average $450 to $549.

Description

Byron Bay is a beachside town located in the far- northeastern corner of the state of New South Wales, Australia. It is located 772 kilometres (480 mi) north of Sydney and 165 kilometres (103 mi) south of Brisbane. Cape Byron, a headland adjacent to the town, is the easternmost point of mainland Australia. At the 2011 census, the town had a permanent population of 4,959. Byron Bay is in turn the nucleus of Byron Shire, which had 29,209 residents. Byron Bay has several beaches which are popular for surfing. It is a resort popular with both domestic and international tourists, including backpackers, who travel along the Australian coast; the scenery also attracts skydivers. The area is also noted for its wildlife, with the whale watching industry a significant contributor to the local economy.

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