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Hyndmans Creek

NSW 2446 • New South Wales

41
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
11.56 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandMid North CoastBushlandQuiet
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About Hyndmans Creek

Hyndmans Creek is a small rural locality on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, located approximately 15 kilometres west of Wauchope and 35 kilometres west of Port Macquarie. Covering around 12 square kilometres, it sits in the hilly, forested hinterland of the Hastings River valley. The locality is a quiet, semi-rural area with a scattering of acreage properties among native bushland.

Hyndmans Creek offers a peaceful bush lifestyle surrounded by tall eucalypt forests and the sounds of native birdlife. The area supports small hobby farms and rural residential properties on the slopes above the creek valleys. Residents travel to Wauchope for daily shopping and services, while Port Macquarie provides a full range of regional amenities and beaches. The locality appeals to those seeking a secluded hinterland retreat within easy reach of the coast.

Hyndmans Creek falls under postcode 2446 and is governed by the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Port Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2446
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Port Macquarie-Hastings
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Port Macquarie
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.39°, 152.47°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
11.56 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2446

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2446, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,827
Median 2023–24
$49,672
▲ 24.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,447

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2446; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wauchope Station
15 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • Busways local route — Wauchope / Port Macquarie 20-40 min

Commute to Wauchope

Distance
15 km
By Train
N/A (drive to Wauchope Station)
By Bus
Limited local services
By Car (Peak)
20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15 min

🛣️ Private vehicle essential. Wauchope is the nearest town. Port Macquarie (35 km) is the regional centre.

Walkability Car-Dependent

A rural hinterland locality with no local shops or services. A car is required for all errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
41
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Port Macquarie-Hastings Local Government Area, which contains Hyndmans Creek. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
220.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
154.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 2.6%
Non-DV assault
487.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
208.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Port Macquarie-Hastings →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hyndmans Creek known for? +

Hyndmans Creek is a small rural locality on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, located approximately 15 kilometres west of Wauchope and 35 kilometres west of Port Macquarie. Covering around 12 square kilometres, it sits in the hilly, forested hinterland of the Hastings River valley.

How far is Hyndmans Creek from Wauchope? +

Hyndmans Creek is approximately 15 kilometres from Wauchope. The drive takes around 20 min during peak hour and 15 min off-peak.

Does Hyndmans Creek have public transport? +

Hyndmans Creek is served by Wauchope Station station (15 km, approximately N/A (drive required) walk) on the North Coast Line (NSW TrainLink). Local bus services including Busways local route also connect residents to Wauchope / Port Macquarie.

What is the population of Hyndmans Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Hyndmans Creek has a population of approximately 41 residents. It is one of the smaller localities in NSW.

Is Hyndmans Creek a good place to live? +

Hyndmans Creek suits those seeking a very quiet rural or remote lifestyle with minimal neighbours and close proximity to natural landscapes. Amenities are extremely limited locally, and a car is essential for all daily needs.

What is the postcode for Hyndmans Creek? +

The postcode for Hyndmans Creek in NSW is 2446.

Is Hyndmans Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Hyndmans Creek is part of the Port Macquarie-Hastings 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.