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Coraki

NSW 2471 • Rest of NSW

1,373
Population (2021)
$55,744
Median Household Income
32.34 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
RuralHistoricAffordableRetirees

About Coraki

Coraki is a small riverside town in northeastern New South Wales, sitting at the confluence of the Richmond and Wilsons Rivers in the Richmond Valley Shire, approximately 20 kilometres south-west of Casino. With a population of around 1,373 people, it is one of the more historically significant towns in the Northern Rivers region, having been founded in 1849 by William Yabsley — predating the township of Lismore. The area is recognised as Bundjalung country; the name Coraki is believed to derive from the Bundjalung language, with meanings proposed including 'meeting of the waters' or 'plain turkey'.

Coraki offers a quiet, community-oriented lifestyle centred on the river, with the surrounding landscape characterised by low-lying flood plains, farmland, and subtropical bushland. The town has a pub, a primary school, local sporting clubs, and essential services, drawing residents who favour a slower pace of life and strong community ties. Its median age of 46 and relatively low rental prices reflect a population that skews older, with many long-term locals and semi-retirees drawn to its affordability and natural riverside setting. The nearby Wilsons River and Richmond River provide opportunities for fishing and boating.

Coraki falls under postcode 2471 and is governed by Richmond Valley Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Clarence electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2471
Urban Area
Coraki
LGA / Council
Richmond Valley
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Clarence
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.99°, 153.27°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
32.34 km²
Elevation
8m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Coraki for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$480K
38 sales · ▲ 24.7% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$315K
5 sales · vs 2024 n/a

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,246
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
46 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
1.5%

4 state housing + 3 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Busways Northern Rivers — Casino / Lismore 25-40 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
185 km
By Train
No direct train; nearest station Casino (~20 km north)
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 20 min to Brisbane
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr to Brisbane

🛣️ Car-dependent town; closest regional centre is Lismore (~35 km east) or Casino (~20 km north)

Walkability Car-Dependent

Small rural town with limited footpaths; most services reachable on foot within the town centre but car needed for major shopping and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
493.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
397.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.5%
Non-DV assault
632 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
8.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
288.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Richmond Valley →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,277
Census 2021
1,373
▲ 7.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$23,972
Personal Income 2021
$26,676
▲ 11.3% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$26,676 / yr
$513/wk
Household
$55,744 / yr
$1072/wk
Family
$69,524 / yr
$1337/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,079
Born Overseas 73

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 14
  • 2. England 13
  • 3. Philippines 11
  • 4. Scotland 8
  • 5. Ireland 6
  • 6. Italy 5
  • 7. Germany 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 542
Australian 478
Irish 167
Australian Aboriginal 120
Scottish 114
German 50
Italian 37
Filipino 11
Maori 10
Chinese 9

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

944
Both parents born in Australia
97
Both parents born overseas
93
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.8%
No Religion
32.9%
Islam
0.4%
Buddhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
50 (3.6%)
5-14 years
171 (12.5%)
15-19 years
95 (6.9%)
20-24 years
78 (5.7%)
25-34 years
135 (9.8%)
35-44 years
130 (9.5%)
45-54 years
176 (12.8%)
55-64 years
193 (14.1%)
65-74 years
184 (13.4%)
75-84 years
110 (8.0%)
85+ years
51 (3.7%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Coraki NSW located? +

Coraki is a small town in northeastern New South Wales, situated at the confluence of the Richmond and Wilsons Rivers, about 20 kilometres south-west of Casino and 35 kilometres west of Lismore in the Richmond Valley Shire.

What is the population of Coraki NSW? +

According to the 2021 Census, Coraki has a population of approximately 1,373 people.

What is the median rent in Coraki NSW? +

The median weekly rent in Coraki is approximately $300, making it one of the more affordable towns in the Northern Rivers region.

Is Coraki affected by flooding? +

Yes, Coraki sits on the Richmond River flood plain and has experienced significant flooding events historically. The town was heavily impacted during the major Northern Rivers floods of February–March 2022.

What is the history of Coraki NSW? +

Coraki was founded in 1849 by William Yabsley and is one of the oldest towns in the Northern Rivers region. It is situated on Bundjalung country, and the name Coraki is believed to derive from the Bundjalung language.

What is the average income in Coraki? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Coraki is about $513 per week (around $26,700 per year). The median household income is $1,072 per week and the median family income is $1,337 per week.

What is the median house price in Coraki? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $480,000, up 24.7% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $315,000. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Coraki? +

The median age in Coraki is 46. The largest age group is 55–64 (193 residents, around 14%). Around 23% of residents are under 20 and about 25% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Coraki a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Coraki is part of the Richmond 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.

What is the population of Coraki? +

Coraki had a population of 1,373 at the 2021 Census, up 7.5% from 1,277 in 2016.

How much is rent in Coraki? +

In Coraki, the median weekly rent is $300, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,246 (2021 Census).