New South Wales location profile
Richmond Hill NSW 2480
Richmond Hill is a semi-rural residential locality in the Northern Rivers, known for acreage properties, leafy ridgelines, and valley views. It offers a quiet, family-friendly lifestyle with quick access to Goonellabah and Lismore for shopping, schools, and health services.
Explore schools in Richmond Hill
Compare local schools using the BestSchools list and interactive map.
Why families consider Richmond Hill
Predominantly families and established households on larger blocks, with professionals and tradies commuting to Lismore, Ballina, and the coast. Lifestyle is relaxed and outdoorsy, with a car-dependent feel and a strong community presence; less flood-prone due to elevated terrain compared with Lismore’s valley floor.
Amenities & services
- Goonellabah Shopping Centre (Goonellabah Village), Goonellabah
- Lismore Shopping Square, Lismore
- Lismore Base Hospital, Lismore
- St Vincent’s Private Hospital Lismore, East Lismore
- Cafes and restaurants in Goonellabah and Lismore CBD
- Lismore Library – 110 Magellan St, Lismore
- Goonellabah Library – 27 Oliver Ave, Goonellabah
Transport & connectivity
- Nearest train: Casino Station (NSW TrainLink XPT) ~32km SW
- Local buses via Northern Rivers Buslines connecting Goonellabah/Lismore to surrounding towns
- Major roads: Bruxner Highway (A44), Bangalow Road (B62), Wyrallah Road, Richmond Hill Road
Lifestyle & recreation
- Goonellabah Sports & Aquatic Centre (GSAC) – pools, gym, classes
- Hepburn Park – sports fields and walking
- Oakes Oval & Crozier Field – football and cricket venues in Lismore
- Lismore City Hall (NORPA) – theatre and live events
- Lismore Workers Golf Club – golf and clubhouse facilities
- Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens (Wyrallah Road)
- Rotary Park Nature Reserve (Lismore)
- Tucki Tucki Nature Reserve
- Boatharbour Nature Reserve
- Hepburn Park (Goonellabah)
Education context
Limited within Richmond Hill itself; several long day care and preschool options 5–10 minutes away in Goonellabah and East Lismore with standard weekday availability (waitlists vary by age group and term).
- Southern Cross University – Lismore campus (Military Rd, East Lismore)
- Southern Cross University – Gold Coast campus (Bilinga, QLD)