Town by Town – Lennox Head

The size of Lennox Head is about 20.6 sqkm. It has 14 parks covering nearly 4.5 per cent of total area. The population of Lennox Head in 2016 was 6,411 people. By 2021 the population was 7,687, showing a population growth of 19.9 per cent in the area during that time.

Lennox Head is a charming seaside village nestled between Byron Bay and Ballina in the Ballina Shire local government area.

The headland, also known as Lennox Point, is internationally renowned among surfers for its famous point break.

Lennox Head is situated on the lands of the Bundjalung people, who are the Traditional Owners of this region.

The village boasts a coastal atmosphere, with a main street lined with boutiques and cafes.

The Pat Morton lookout offers stunning views of Seven Mile Beach, which stretches north towards Broken Head.

The Lennox Hotel, known for its coastal vistas, is a favourite among both locals and tourists.

Founded in 1882 it was initially established for timber harvesting, the area later saw the rise of dairying and cane farming.

Lake Ainsworth remains a popular spot, offering excellent picnic facilities and is a favoured location for sailing.

The area around the lake is also the backdrop for the monthly Lennox Head Markets, which occur on the 1st Sunday of the month.

CoreLoic data indicates the town’s predominant age group is 45-49 years.

Households in Lennox Head are primarily couples with children and the median mortgage repayment is $2,192 per month.

In general, people in Lennox Head work in a professional occupation.

In 2016, 74.2 per cent of the homes in Lennox Head were owner-occupied compared with 74.7 per cent in 2021.

At the moment, the median sales price of houses in the area is $1,608,550.