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Alumy Creek

NSW 2460 • New South Wales

86
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.05 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalNatureFamily-Friendly
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About Alumy Creek

Alumy Creek is a small rural locality in the Clarence Valley of northern New South Wales, in the Page federal electorate, sharing postcode 2460 with Grafton and the surrounding Clarence Valley district. The locality covers 9.1 square kilometres and recorded a population of 86 at the 2021 census, comprising farming families and rural-residential residents in the rolling hills and creek valleys north of the Clarence River. The area takes its name from the Alumy Creek, a small watercourse flowing through the locality's forested hinterland. The Clarence Valley's warm subtropical climate, fertile soils and natural beauty characterise the region.

Alumy Creek's residents enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle within reach of the Clarence Valley's services and natural assets. Grafton — the principal service centre for the Clarence Valley — provides supermarkets, the local health service, schools and NSW TrainLink connections approximately 40–60 kilometres to the south, while the coastal towns of Yamba and Maclean are accessible to the east. The Clarence River system offers excellent fishing, kayaking and wildlife observation, and the region's hinterland is popular with eco-tourists and nature lovers exploring the forested ranges. The broader Northern Rivers region is celebrated for its subtropical beauty, alternative community culture and increasing appeal as a destination for Sydney and Brisbane tree-changers.

Alumy Creek falls under postcode 2460 and is governed by the Clarence Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Page, while state elections fall under the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2460
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Clarence Valley
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.32°, 153.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.05 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2460

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2460, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,571
Median 2023–24
$49,663
▲ 22.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,261

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2460; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Grafton
55 km
NSW TrainLink North Coast Line – services to Sydney (~7 hrs) and Brisbane (~4.5 hrs)

Bus Services

  • Busways North Coast — Grafton / Maclean / Yamba ~50 min to Grafton

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
600 km
By Train
~7.5 hrs (drive to Grafton, then NSW TrainLink North Coast Line to Central)
By Bus
Greyhound/Premier coach via Pacific Highway
By Car (Peak)
~6 hrs to Sydney via Pacific Highway (M1)
By Car (Off-Peak)
~5 hr 45 min

🛣️ Grafton (~55 km) is the regional service hub with a TrainLink station. Brisbane (~260 km north) is a more practical urban connection. Coffs Harbour airport (~100 km south) provides domestic flight access.

Walkability Car Dependent

Alumy Creek is a small rural locality with no local shops or public transport. All daily needs require a car trip to Grafton or nearby Clarence Valley towns.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
86
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Clarence Valley Local Government Area, which contains Alumy Creek. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
460.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
333.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.1%
Non-DV assault
503.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
373 / 100k
2yr Down 17.1% 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Clarence Valley →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alumy Creek known for? +

Alumy Creek's residents enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle within reach of the Clarence Valley's services and natural assets.

How far is Alumy Creek from Sydney CBD? +

Alumy Creek is approximately 600 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately ~6 hrs to Sydney via Pacific Highway (M1) in peak hour and ~5 hr 45 min off-peak.

Does Alumy Creek have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Grafton (55 km away, approximately null walk) on the NSW TrainLink North Coast Line – services to Sydney (~7 hrs) and Brisbane (~4.5 hrs). Bus services include Busways North Coast, running to Grafton / Maclean / Yamba in approximately ~50 min to Grafton.

What is the population of Alumy Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Alumy Creek has a very small population of approximately 86 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Alumy Creek a good place to live? +

Alumy Creek is well-suited to families, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. Grafton — the principal service centre for the Clarence Valley — provides supermarkets, the local health service, schools and NSW TrainLink connections approximately 40–60 kilometres to the south, while the coastal towns of Yamba and Maclean are accessible to the east.

What is the postcode for Alumy Creek? +

The postcode for Alumy Creek is 2460. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Alumy Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Alumy Creek is part of the Clarence Valley LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.