Why is Byron so expensive?

“In Byron's case, housing demand is primarily driven by the affluent, middle-aged, Australian-born couple.” Census data shows Byron's median household age is 44 – compared to the national average of 38, with a below-average number of children per household as well.



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Byron Bay's soaring popularity as a playground for the rich, famous and sea-changers has pushed its house prices to record levels - and into the $3 million club.

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Sydney has consistently been perceived as the most expensive city to live in Australia. However, this is no longer the case according to recent data. The major harbour city once held the mantle for having the most expensive median house prices but has lost that title to Byron Bay.

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What is Byron Bay Famous for? Byron Bay has many beautiful beaches and is famous for its surf breaks and its stunning coastal scenery. The town is also known for its location at Australia's most easterly point and for the Cape Byron lighthouse.

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Shifting between different places and friends, spending nights in between in vehicles – these are all-too-common stories.” They are being driven out of homes and out of the shire as the seaside town has become overcrowded and overpriced.

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Byron Bay's balanced climate make it the perfect place to enjoy outdoor activities all year round. The temperatures are generally warmer than the other popular Australian tourist destinations of Sydney and Melbourne. But not as hot or humid as the more northern and central regions of Queensland and Alice Springs.

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Byron Bay has many beautiful beaches and is famous for its surf breaks and its stunning coastal scenery. The town is also known for its location at Australia's most easterly point and for the Cape Byron lighthouse.

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The main industry in Byron Bay today is tourism, which supports a vibrant economy of restaurants, caf?, bars, shops, tours, activities, entertainment and accommodation.

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An iconic beach destination, Byron Bay is a great place to holiday at any time of the year. The spring months are warm and relatively dry, so you may want to time your visit before the busy summer holiday season. Come in autumn and you'll still enjoy good beach weather.

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Spend at least 3 days in Byron Bay to enjoy the beaches and restaurants and head into the hinterland for a day. You can easily fill 5-7 days in Byron Bay if you have the time. Byron Bay is a great destination to visit all year round.

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Experience the laid-back Aussie vibes in Byron Bay. Seriously, the town's motto is “cheer up, slow down, chill out”. The Bohemian, small-town (only 5000 people) in the northeast corner of New South Wales is a paradise for keen beachgoers and anyone after the laid back, relaxing lifestyle that Australia is renowned for.

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