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Eungai Creek

NSW 2441 • New South Wales

397
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
24.11 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural
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About Eungai Creek

Eungai Creek is a small rural locality on New South Wales' Mid North Coast, situated approximately 5 kilometres south of Macksville in the Nambucca Valley. The locality covers around 24 square kilometres of farming and bushland terrain, with a 2021 Census population of 397 residents spread across 148 dwellings. It falls within the federal electorate of Lyne and the state electorate of Oxley, reflecting its distinctly rural character within the broader Mid North Coast region.

The area is characterised by cattle and dairy farming properties interspersed with patches of remnant coastal rainforest typical of the Nambucca Valley. Access is provided by the Pacific Highway corridor, which connects residents to Macksville and Nambucca Heads to the north and Urunga to the south. The nearby Nambucca River offers recreational opportunities including fishing and kayaking, while the small community maintains a quiet, unhurried rural lifestyle well suited to those seeking space and seclusion on the Mid North Coast.

Eungai Creek falls under postcode 2441 and is governed by the Nambucca Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2441
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Nambucca Valley
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.82°, 152.83°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
24.11 km²
Population Density
16 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2441

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2441 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$43,578
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,227

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2441; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Macksville
5.5 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Macksville / Nambucca Heads 10–15 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
480 km
By Train
No direct train service from Eungai Creek
By Car (Peak)
5 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hr

🛣️ Pacific Highway and A1 National Highway are the primary road routes; closest airports are Coffs Harbour (60 km south) and Port Macquarie (80 km north)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily errands; no footpaths or local retail within the locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
397
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
266.8 / 100k
2yr Down 41.1% 10yr Down 5.1%
Motor vehicle theft
314.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.1%
Non-DV assault
538.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
490.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Nambucca Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eungai Creek known for? +

Eungai Creek is known as a quiet rural locality in the Nambucca Valley, characterised by cattle and dairy farming properties and patches of coastal rainforest. It offers a peaceful lifestyle on the NSW Mid North Coast away from urban development.

How far is Eungai Creek from Sydney? +

Eungai Creek is approximately 480 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, roughly a 5-hour drive via the Pacific Highway. The nearest major regional town is Macksville, about 5 kilometres away.

Does Eungai Creek have public transport? +

Eungai Creek has no practical public transport connections. A car is essential for all daily travel. The nearby town of Macksville has limited regional coach services to larger centres.

What is the population of Eungai Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Eungai Creek has a population of 397 residents living across approximately 148 dwellings, making it a very small and sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Eungai Creek a good place to live? +

Eungai Creek suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with affordable land and a strong sense of space and privacy. It appeals to hobby farmers, retirees, and lifestyle-block owners who do not require proximity to urban amenities.

What is the postcode for Eungai Creek? +

The postcode for Eungai Creek is 2441, which it shares with Macksville and surrounding localities in the Nambucca Valley.

Is Eungai Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Eungai Creek is part of the Nambucca Valley 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.