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Coxs Creek

NSW 2849 • New South Wales

73
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
123.77 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralScenicGorge CountryAffordablePastoral
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About Coxs Creek

Coxs Creek is a small rural village in the Liverpool Plains area of New South Wales, within postcode 2849, located approximately 40 kilometres southwest of Mudgee and 20 kilometres north of Rylstone. With a population of 73 at the 2021 census across 123.8 square kilometres, it sits in the scenic sandstone gorge country on the western slopes of the Great Dividing Range. The area features a mix of cattle and sheep grazing with dramatic ridgeline scenery.

Coxs Creek offers a quiet pastoral lifestyle in the scenic country between Mudgee and Rylstone, with Ferntree Gully and surrounding gorges providing dramatic landscape. The village has a community hall but no shops — residents rely on Rylstone or Mudgee for services. The area is close to the Wollemi National Park wilderness and the growing Mudgee wine region. It attracts farming families and bush lovers seeking affordable properties in rugged, scenic country.

Coxs Creek falls under postcode 2849 and is governed by the Mid-Western Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Calare, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2849
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mid-Western
Federal Electorate
Calare
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.71°, 150.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
123.77 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2849

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2849 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$44,688
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$55,460

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2849; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Rylstone

Distance
20 km
By Train
N/A — no rail; NSW TrainLink coach from Mudgee
By Bus
N/A — no bus service
By Car (Peak)
20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ Rylstone is the nearest village. Mudgee is 40 min north. Sydney is about 3.5 hours via Lithgow.

Walkability Car Essential

No shops, footpaths, or services. A car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
73
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
152.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 8.4%
Motor vehicle theft
76.3 / 100k
2yr Down 60.8% 10yr —
Non-DV assault
404.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
7.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
145 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 9.8%
View all 62 offence types for Mid-Western →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Coxs Creek known for? +

Coxs Creek offers a quiet pastoral lifestyle in the scenic country between Mudgee and Rylstone, with Ferntree Gully and surrounding gorges providing dramatic landscape.

How far is Coxs Creek from Sydney CBD? +

Coxs Creek is approximately 20 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 20 min in peak hour and 15 min off-peak.

Does Coxs Creek have public transport? +

Rylstone is the nearest village. Mudgee is 40 min north. Sydney is about 3.5 hours via Lithgow.

What is the population of Coxs Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Coxs Creek has a very small population of approximately 73 residents, making it one of the smallest localities in the region.

Is Coxs Creek a good place to live? +

Coxs Creek is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The village has a community hall but no shops — residents rely on Rylstone or Mudgee for services.

What is the postcode for Coxs Creek? +

The postcode for Coxs Creek is 2849. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

Is Coxs Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Coxs Creek is part of the Mid-Western 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.