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Creightons Creek

VIC 3666 • Victoria

162
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
90.00 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulEstablished
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About Creightons Creek

Creightons Creek is a small rural locality in Victoria's Strathbogie Shire, situated approximately 114 kilometres north-east of Melbourne in the foothills of the Strathbogie Ranges. With a population of around 162 residents spread across a generous 90 square kilometres, it is a quiet farming community with a distinctly pastoral character. The area is defined by rolling hills, grazing land, and open paddocks typical of the Strathbogie region, attracting those who value space, rural lifestyle, and proximity to nature.

The surrounding Strathbogie region is known for its beef cattle properties, scenic creek flats, and connection to Australian history — with the broader area featuring links to the Ned Kelly era through nearby Euroa and the Strathbogie Ranges. Residents rely on Euroa (approximately 20 kilometres away) for most services, shopping, and schooling, with Benalla and Seymour accessible within an hour. Daily life here revolves around farming, wide open spaces, and a close-knit rural community typical of the Victorian high country foothills.

Creightons Creek falls under postcode 3666 and is governed by the Strathbogie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Nicholls, while state elections fall under the Euroa (Northern Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3666
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Strathbogie
Federal Electorate
Nicholls
State Electorate
Euroa (Northern Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.79°, 145.57°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
90.00 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3666

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3666, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,359
Median 2023–24
$48,303
▲ 22.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,495

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3666; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Euroa or Benalla for intercity coaches N/A

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
114 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Euroa station (~20 min) then V/Line to Melbourne (~1 hr 45 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 40 min

🛣️ Accessible via Hume Highway; car is essential

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; the locality has no shops or services on-site

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
162
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
236.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
193.9 / 100k
2yr Up 87.1% 10yr Up 82.6%
Non-FV assault
143.3 / 100k
2yr Down 21.0% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
379.4 / 100k
2yr Up 51.5% 10yr Up 63.7%
View all offence subgroups for Strathbogie →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Creightons Creek known for? +

Creightons Creek is known as a quiet rural farming locality in the Strathbogie Shire, set among rolling hills and grazing country in north-east Victoria. The broader Strathbogie region has historical ties to the Ned Kelly era and offers scenic landscapes popular with those seeking a country lifestyle.

How far is Creightons Creek from Melbourne? +

Creightons Creek is approximately 114 kilometres north-east of Melbourne, around a 1 hour 20 minute to 1 hour 40 minute drive via the Hume Highway and local roads.

Does Creightons Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport within Creightons Creek. The nearest V/Line train station is at Euroa, approximately 20 kilometres away, which connects to Melbourne via the North East Line.

What is the population of Creightons Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Creightons Creek has a population of approximately 162 residents, reflecting its character as a small, dispersed rural locality spread across 90 square kilometres.

Is Creightons Creek a good place to live? +

Creightons Creek suits those seeking a genuine rural lifestyle with wide open spaces and a quiet farming community atmosphere. Most services and amenities are accessed in Euroa or Benalla, making a car essential for daily life.

What is the postcode for Creightons Creek? +

The postcode for Creightons Creek, Victoria is 3666.

Is Creightons Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Creightons Creek is part of the Strathbogie 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.