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Cudgera Creek

NSW 2484 • New South Wales

339
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
24.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
HinterlandRuralTweed ValleySubtropicalAffordable

About Cudgera Creek

Cudgera Creek is a rural-residential locality in the Tweed Shire of far northern New South Wales, within postcode 2484, located approximately 15 kilometres south of Murwillumbah and 10 kilometres from the coast at Pottsville. With a population of 339 at the 2021 census across 24.5 square kilometres, it sits in the lush Cudgera Creek valley surrounded by subtropical farmland and remnant rainforest in the Tweed hinterland.

Cudgera Creek offers a peaceful Northern Rivers hinterland lifestyle with a mix of small farms, rural residential properties, and bushland. The area is known for tropical fruit growing, particularly avocados and macadamias. Residents enjoy proximity to the beaches at Pottsville and Hastings Point, while Murwillumbah provides full shopping and services. The locality attracts tree-changers and families seeking affordable acreage in the desirable Tweed Valley, close to the Gold Coast border.

Cudgera Creek falls under postcode 2484 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tweed electorate.

📍 Location

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Surfside Buslines — Murwillumbah to Pottsville 15 min to Murwillumbah

Commute to Murwillumbah

Distance
15 km
By Train
N/A — no rail; Gold Coast airport is 40 min
By Bus
15 min (limited)
By Car (Peak)
15 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
12 min

🛣️ Murwillumbah is the nearest town. Gold Coast is 45 min north. Byron Bay is 45 min south.

Walkability Car Essential

No shops or footpaths. Rural valley setting requiring a car for all services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
339
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cudgera Creek known for? +

Cudgera Creek offers a peaceful Northern Rivers hinterland lifestyle with a mix of small farms, rural residential properties, and bushland.

How far is Cudgera Creek from Sydney CBD? +

Cudgera Creek is approximately 15 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 15 min in peak hour and 12 min off-peak.

Does Cudgera Creek have public transport? +

Bus services include Surfside Buslines, running to Murwillumbah to Pottsville in approximately 15 min to Murwillumbah.

What is the population of Cudgera Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cudgera Creek has a population of 339 residents. It is a small locality in NSW.

Is Cudgera Creek a good place to live? +

Cudgera Creek is well-suited to a range of residents, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The area is known for tropical fruit growing, particularly avocados and macadamias.

What is the postcode for Cudgera Creek? +

The postcode for Cudgera Creek is 2484. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).