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Deep Creek (Kempsey - NSW)

NSW 2440 • New South Wales

100
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
32.35 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandQuietAffordable

About Deep Creek (Kempsey - NSW)

Deep Creek is a small rural locality in the Macleay Valley hinterland, situated approximately 20 kilometres west of Kempsey on the Mid-North Coast of New South Wales within Kempsey Shire. Covering around 32 square kilometres of undulating bushland and farmland, the locality lies along the road to Armidale and about 450 kilometres north-east of Sydney. With a population of 100 at the 2021 Census, Deep Creek is a quiet, sparsely settled community where the postcode median taxable income is approximately $39,686.

The Macleay Valley hinterland surrounding Deep Creek is characterised by lush vegetation, creek systems and a rich agricultural and Indigenous heritage on Dunghutti Country. The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle popular with those who appreciate bushland settings and proximity to both the coast and the ranges. Residents rely on Kempsey for schools, shops, medical services and community facilities, while the region's beaches at South West Rocks, Hat Head and Crescent Head are all within a manageable drive.

Deep Creek (Kempsey - NSW) falls under postcode 2440 and is governed by Kempsey Shire Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2440
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Kempsey Shire
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.38°, 153.02°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
32.35 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kempsey
20 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Kempsey Buslines local routes — Kempsey town centre ~25 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
450 km
By Train
No direct train service; NSW TrainLink coach from Kempsey connects to rail at Nambucca Heads or travel via Port Macquarie
By Car (Peak)
5 hr - 5 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 30 min - 5 hr

🛣️ Access via inland roads to Kempsey, then Pacific Highway south; Kempsey (20 km) is the nearest service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Deep Creek is a dispersed rural locality with no shops or services; a car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Kempsey Shire Local Government Area, which contains Deep Creek (Kempsey - NSW). Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
781.9 / 100k
2yr Down 26.6% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
539.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 8.2%
Non-DV assault
687.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
12.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
353.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Kempsey Shire →

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
100
▲ 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 Deep Creek known for? +

Deep Creek is a quiet rural locality in the Macleay Valley hinterland, known for its bushland setting, creek systems and proximity to the larger town of Kempsey. The broader Macleay Valley region has a rich agricultural and Indigenous heritage.

How far is Deep Creek from Sydney CBD? +

Deep Creek is approximately 450 kilometres north-east of Sydney CBD, roughly a 5 hour drive via the Pacific Highway and inland roads west of Kempsey.

Does Deep Creek have public transport? +

Deep Creek has no public transport services. The nearest bus and NSW TrainLink coach stops are in Kempsey, about 20 kilometres to the east. A car is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Deep Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Deep Creek has a population of 100 people, spread across a rural area of approximately 32 square kilometres in the Macleay Valley hinterland.

Is Deep Creek a good place to live? +

Deep Creek suits those who enjoy a quiet bushland lifestyle away from the bustle of town, while remaining within a short drive of Kempsey's services and the beautiful Mid-North Coast beaches at South West Rocks, Hat Head and Crescent Head.

What is the postcode for Deep Creek? +

The postcode for Deep Creek (Kempsey), New South Wales is 2440.

Is Deep Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Deep Creek is part of the Kempsey Shire 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.