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Bean Creek

NSW 2469 • New South Wales

56
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
73.97 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Bean Creek

Bean Creek is a small rural locality in the Clarence Valley in northern NSW, situated approximately 700 kilometres from Sydney CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 55 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community covering an area of rural land. The locality covers approximately 74 square kilometres of farming and grazing land in the upper Richmond River headwaters.

The nearest town of Casino, approximately 40 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Northern Rivers region is known for its lush green hinterland, beef cattle, and proximity to the World Heritage rainforests. There is no public transport serving Bean Creek; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Bean Creek falls under postcode 2469 and is governed by the Kyogle Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Page, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2469
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Kyogle
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.34°, 153.00°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
73.97 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2469

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2469 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$37,478
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$44,967

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2469; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
700 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
9 hr - 10 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 hr - 9 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Casino is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
56
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
156.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
156.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
240 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
229.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Kyogle →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bean Creek known for? +

Bean Creek is a quiet rural locality in the Clarence Valley in northern NSW. The locality covers approximately 74 square kilometres of farming and grazing land in the upper Richmond River headwaters.

How far is Bean Creek from Sydney CBD? +

Bean Creek is approximately 700 kilometres from Sydney CBD, roughly a 9 to 10 hour drive.

Does Bean Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Bean Creek. A private vehicle is essential, with Casino approximately 40 kilometres away.

What is the population of Bean Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bean Creek has a small population, typical of the sparsely settled the Clarence Valley in northern NSW.

Is Bean Creek a good place to live? +

Bean Creek suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Clarence Valley in northern NSW, with Casino providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Bean Creek? +

The postcode for Bean Creek is 2469, covering this rural locality in the Clarence Valley in northern NSW.

Is Bean Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bean Creek is part of the Kyogle 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.