Brunswick Heads, Australia
New South Wales · Australia
Brunswick Heads is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,905. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Brunswick Heads
Brunswick Heads is a small town on the north coast of New South Wales, Australia in Byron Shire and it is 17 kilometres (11 mi) from the regional centre of Byron Bay.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,905 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.5400°, 153.5457° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | New South Wales |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.8 inches (985 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Brunswick Heads
Brunswick Heads is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 1,905. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.8 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Climate in Brunswick Heads
Brunswick Heads has an average annual temperature of 20.4°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.6°C), the coldest is Jul (15.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1427 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.9°F |
| 26% above Australia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 258.0 sq mi (668.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.5400°S, 153.5457°E |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 7.3 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 8.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 7.9 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 6.4 in |
Brunswick Heads has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 59°F in August to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 69.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.1") and September the driest (2.3").
Schools in Brunswick Heads
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick Heads Public School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Brunswick Heads
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| River 94.9 | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| ABC Newsradio | - | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Smooth FM 95.3 | commercial, easy listening | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Bay 93.9 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Smooth-Relax | relax, smooth | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| ABC North Coast | - | AAC 94 kbps | |
| 2NCR - River FM | - | AAC 88 kbps | |
| Rim FM 100.1 | community | MP3 64 kbps | |
| NimFM | alternative, talk | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Brunswick Heads
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangalow Historical Society | ||||
| Brunswick Valley Historical Society | ||||
| Cape Byron Lighthouse Museum | ||||
| Tweed River Historical Museum |
Libraries in Brunswick Heads
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick Heads Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Byron Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mullumbimby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Murwillumbah Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Richmond Tweed Regional Library (mobile) | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Brunswick Heads
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangalow Markets | |||||
| Byron Farmers Market | |||||
| New Brighton Farmer’s Market (Tuesday Morning Market) | |||||
| Uki Buttery Bazaar | |||||
| Uki Farmers Market |
Restaurants in Brunswick Heads
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Brunswick Heads
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Brunswick Heads
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Brunswick Heads
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Brunswick Heads
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Brunswick Heads
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Brunswick Heads
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common People Brewing Co. | ||||
| Stone & Wood Brewing Company |
Airports Near Brunswick Heads
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast Airport | OOL | Large Airport |
| Ballina Byron Gateway Airport | BNK | Medium Airport |
| Lismore Airport | LSY | Medium Airport |
| Casino Airport | CSI | Small Airport |
| Evans Head Aerodrome | EVH | Small Airport |
| Kooralbyn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murwillumbah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nobbys Creek private Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Southport Airport | SHQ | Small Airport |
| Tabragalba Homestead private strip | - | Small Airport |
| Tyagarah Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Brunswick Heads
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Church | |
| Saint Thomas Anglican Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Australia
25 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Brunswick Heads?
Brunswick Heads has a population of 1,905 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 258.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Brunswick Heads?
Brunswick Heads enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches.
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