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Brays Creek

NSW 2484 • New South Wales

119
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16.45 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandSemi-RuralPeacefulFamily-Friendly
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About Brays Creek

Brays Creek is a small rural locality in the Tweed Shire of north-eastern New South Wales, situated approximately 163 kilometres south of Brisbane and around 789 kilometres north of Sydney. With a population of around 119 residents spread across 16.5 square kilometres of hinterland country, the area is characterised by rolling green hills, small farms, and subtropical bushland typical of the Tweed hinterland. The locality sits within the traditional Country of the Bundjalung people, with the Ngandowal and Minyungbal language groups having long-standing connections to the Tweed region.

Life in Brays Creek revolves around the peaceful rural landscape of the Tweed hinterland, offering a quieter alternative to the nearby coastal towns of Murwillumbah and Tweed Heads. The area is popular with those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle within reach of the surf beaches and amenities of the Tweed Coast, which lies around 20–30 kilometres to the east. Residents have access to services in Murwillumbah, the main township of the Tweed Shire, while the broader Northern Rivers region — including Byron Bay and the Gold Coast — is within comfortable driving distance. The lush, subtropical character of the landscape and the proximity to the Tweed Valley make Brays Creek a hidden gem for those seeking acreage and privacy.

Brays Creek falls under postcode 2484 and is governed by the Tweed Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Richmond, while state elections fall under the Tweed electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2484
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tweed
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Tweed
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.38°, 153.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16.45 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2484

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2484, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,665
Median 2023–24
$46,488
▲ 23.4% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,427

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2484; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Murwillumbah / Tweed Heads Approx. 30–45 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
163 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Murwillumbah then coach/train options to Brisbane (total approx. 2.5 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
2–2.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5–2 hrs

🛣️ Close to Gold Coast and Tweed Coast; Pacific Motorway accessible via Murwillumbah or Tweed Heads

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no walkable services; Murwillumbah is the nearest centre for shops and amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
119
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
182.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
202.4 / 100k
2yr Down 30.1% 10yr Up 2.5%
Non-DV assault
416.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
359.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Tweed →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brays Creek known for? +

Brays Creek is known for its quiet rural character and lush subtropical hinterland setting in the Tweed Shire, offering acreage living within easy reach of the Tweed Coast, Murwillumbah, and the Gold Coast.

How far is Brays Creek from Brisbane? +

Brays Creek is approximately 163 kilometres south of Brisbane, a drive of around 2 to 2.5 hours via the Pacific Motorway and Tweed Valley Way.

Does Brays Creek have public transport? +

Public transport in Brays Creek is very limited; some regional bus services connect the broader Tweed area to Murwillumbah and Tweed Heads, but a car is essential for residents.

What is the population of Brays Creek? +

Brays Creek has a population of approximately 119 residents according to the 2021 Census, spread across a 16.5-square-kilometre area of rural Tweed hinterland.

Is Brays Creek a good place to live? +

Brays Creek is well-suited to those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the Tweed hinterland, with the convenience of nearby Murwillumbah for services and the beaches of the Tweed Coast within easy reach.

What is the postcode for Brays Creek? +

The postcode for Brays Creek is 2484.

Is Brays Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Brays Creek is part of the Tweed 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.