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Iron Pot Creek

NSW 2474 • New South Wales

23
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
23.11 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteNatureNational Park AdjacentBushland
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About Iron Pot Creek

Iron Pot Creek is a remote rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within the Kyogle Council local government area. With a population of just 23 residents recorded in the 2021 census, it spans approximately 23 square kilometres of heavily timbered country about 37 kilometres west of Kyogle. The locality shares its name with the nearby Iron Pot Creek waterway and borders the protected Toonumbar National Park to the west.

Life in Iron Pot Creek revolves around small-scale farming, cattle grazing and the natural environment, with the surrounding national park offering bushwalking and wildlife observation opportunities. The traditional custodians of this country are the Gullibul, Githabul, Wahlubal and Bundjalung peoples. There are no commercial services within the locality itself — residents rely on Kyogle or Casino for supplies, health services and schooling. This is a place for those who genuinely seek seclusion and a self-sufficient rural lifestyle.

Iron Pot Creek falls under postcode 2474 and is governed by the Kyogle Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Page, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2474
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Kyogle
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.64°, 152.86°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
23.11 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2474

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2474, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$33,379
Median 2023–24
$42,063
▲ 26.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,734

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2474; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • School bus only — Kyogle schools 45+ min

Commute to Kyogle

Distance
37 km
By Train
No service
By Bus
No regular public bus service
By Car (Peak)
40 min to Kyogle; 2 hr to Lismore
By Car (Off-Peak)
35 min to Kyogle; 1 hr 45 min to Lismore

🛣️ Entirely car-dependent. Roads include unsealed sections. Kyogle is the nearest service town; Casino (~55km) for broader services.

Walkability Walker's Paradise Opposite

Completely car-dependent rural locality with no footpaths, no local shops, and no public transport. Residents must drive for all services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
23
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
156.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
156.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
240 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
229.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Kyogle →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Iron Pot Creek known for? +

Iron Pot Creek is a remote rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within the Kyogle Council local government area.

How far is Iron Pot Creek from Kyogle? +

Iron Pot Creek is approximately 37 kilometres from Kyogle. The drive takes around 40 min to Kyogle; 2 hr to Lismore during peak hour and 35 min to Kyogle; 1 hr 45 min to Lismore off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately No service.

Does Iron Pot Creek have public transport? +

Iron Pot Creek is served by bus routes (School bus only) connecting to Kyogle schools with a travel time of approximately 45+ min. There is no train or metro station in the suburb.

What is the population of Iron Pot Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Iron Pot Creek has a population of approximately 23 residents. It is one of the smaller localities in NSW.

Is Iron Pot Creek a good place to live? +

Iron Pot 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 Iron Pot Creek? +

The postcode for Iron Pot Creek in NSW is 2474.

Is Iron Pot Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Iron Pot Creek is part of the Kyogle 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.