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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
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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 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
24.50 km²
Population Density
14 /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

  • 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)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Tweed Local Government Area, which contains Cudgera 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 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).

Is Cudgera Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cudgera 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.