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Blakney Creek

NSW 2581 • New South Wales

92
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
181.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalSemi-RuralPeaceful
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About Blakney Creek

Blakney Creek is a small rural locality in the Upper Lachlan Shire in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated approximately 30 kilometres north of Yass and around 85 kilometres north of Canberra. The locality covers 181 square kilometres of open grazing and mixed farming country on the south-western slopes of the Great Dividing Range. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 92 residents across around 31 dwellings, giving the area a very sparse settlement character typical of this inland pastoral region.

The area is named after Blakney Creek, a mostly perennial river that forms part of the Lachlan sub-catchment of the Murrumbidgee catchment within the Murray-Darling Basin. The locality is known for its secure rainfall and history of supporting cattle and sheep enterprises across large grazing properties. Yass, the nearest town with services including shops, schools, and a hospital, is approximately 30 kilometres to the south. The regional city of Goulburn lies around 77 kilometres to the east, while Canberra is within a comfortable 45 to 55 minute drive to the south, making the area attractive to those seeking a rural property with capital city accessibility.

Blakney Creek falls under postcode 2581 and is governed by the Upper Lachlan Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hume, while state elections fall under the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2581
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Upper Lachlan
Federal Electorate
Hume
State Electorate
Monaro
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.76°, 149.29°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
181.68 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2581

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2581 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$62,314
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,823

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2581; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Yass Junction
30 km
N/A – car required

Bus Services

  • Limited/no regular service — Yass (infrequent) N/A

Commute to Canberra CBD (Civic)

Distance
85 km
By Train
No direct train service to Canberra
By Car (Peak)
50-65 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
45-55 min

🛣️ Located off the Hume Highway corridor. Yass is the nearest town (~30 km). A car is essential.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Blakney Creek is a dispersed rural locality with no local services; all daily needs require driving to Yass or beyond.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
92
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
101.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
112.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
225.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
135.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Upper Lachlan →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blakney Creek known for? +

Blakney Creek is known for its grazing and mixed farming properties on the Southern Tablelands of NSW. The locality takes its name from the Blakney Creek river, a tributary of the Lachlan River system, and the area has a history of supporting cattle and sheep enterprises on large rural holdings.

How far is Blakney Creek from Canberra? +

Blakney Creek is approximately 85 kilometres north of the Canberra CBD, typically a 45 to 55 minute drive south via the Hume Highway and Barton Highway. The nearest town, Yass, is about 30 kilometres to the south and provides the main services for the area.

Does Blakney Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Blakney Creek. Yass Junction has a railway station on the Main South Line, approximately 30 kilometres away, but regular passenger services are limited. A private vehicle is essential for all travel in this rural locality.

What is the population of Blakney Creek? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 92 residents in Blakney Creek across approximately 31 dwellings. This makes it a very small and sparsely settled locality within Upper Lachlan Shire.

Is Blakney Creek a good place to live? +

Blakney Creek suits those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle on the Southern Tablelands, with the bonus of relatively easy access to Canberra for work or services. It appeals to farming families, hobby farm owners, and those wanting space and quiet while remaining within an hour of a major city.

What is the postcode for Blakney Creek? +

The postcode for Blakney Creek is 2581, which it shares with several other rural localities in the Upper Lachlan Shire area of New South Wales.

Is Blakney Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Blakney Creek is part of the Upper Lachlan 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.