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Hickeys Creek

NSW 2440 • New South Wales

128
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
33.82 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversideAgriculturalSemi-Rural
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About Hickeys Creek

Hickeys Creek is a small rural locality on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, situated within the Kempsey Shire local government area. The locality occupies approximately 34 square kilometres in the hinterland of the Macleay Valley, a fertile agricultural and grazing region centred around the Macleay River. With a modest population, it represents the quiet, tightly-knit character of rural Mid North Coast communities where farming and timber industries have long shaped the landscape.

The Mid North Coast setting means Hickeys Creek residents enjoy proximity to the natural attractions of the Macleay Valley, including state forests, river flats, and the rugged ranges of the Great Dividing Range. The coastal hub of Kempsey provides access to schools, shops, medical services, and transport links, while the beaches of South West Rocks and Hat Head are within an hour's drive. Life in this locality is defined by rural self-sufficiency, open farmland, and the unhurried pace of the NSW Mid North Coast hinterland.

Hickeys Creek falls under postcode 2440 and is governed by the Kempsey Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Cowper, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

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

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2440

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2440, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,686
Median 2023–24
$48,150
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,886

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2440; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kempsey
20 km
N/A — drive required

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — Kempsey for regional connections Car required

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
425 km
By Train
Drive to Kempsey station; NSW TrainLink to Sydney Central (~6 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
4.5–5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
4.5 hrs

🛣️ Access via Pacific Highway (A1); Kempsey is the local service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services within walking distance; car required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
128
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Kempsey Local Government Area, which contains Hickeys Creek. 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 →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hickeys Creek known for? +

Hickeys Creek is a quiet rural locality known for its farmland and hinterland setting within the Macleay Valley of the Mid North Coast. The surrounding area is characterised by grazing properties, state forests, and proximity to the Macleay River floodplain.

How far is Hickeys Creek from Sydney? +

Hickeys Creek is approximately 425 kilometres north of Sydney, roughly a 4.5–5 hour drive via the Pacific Highway (A1) through the Hunter Valley and Mid North Coast regions.

Does Hickeys Creek have public transport? +

There is no local public transport serving Hickeys Creek. The nearest train station is at Kempsey (approximately 20 km away), which has NSW TrainLink regional services to Sydney. A car is essential for residents.

What is the population of Hickeys Creek? +

Hickeys Creek has a small population of approximately 128 residents according to the 2021 Census, spread across a rural locality of around 34 square kilometres in the Kempsey Shire.

Is Hickeys Creek a good place to live? +

Hickeys Creek suits people seeking a quiet rural lifestyle on the Mid North Coast, with the amenities of Kempsey nearby and coastal beaches within easy reach. It is best suited to farming families or those who value space, natural surroundings, and a relaxed country pace over urban convenience.

What is the postcode for Hickeys Creek? +

The postcode for Hickeys Creek, NSW is 2440, shared with the broader Kempsey area.

Is Hickeys Creek a safe area? +

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