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Karaak Flat

NSW 2429 • New South Wales

43
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.70 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Karaak Flat

Karaak Flat is a small rural locality in the Manning Valley region of New South Wales, situated approximately 25 kilometres west of Taree in the Mid-Coast Council area. With a population of just 43 residents spread across nearly 8 square kilometres of farmland and bushland, it is one of the quieter localities in the region. The area sits on relatively flat terrain characterised by cleared agricultural paddocks and patches of native vegetation, lending it a peaceful and remote character.

Life in Karaak Flat revolves around a self-sufficient rural lifestyle, with residents typically engaged in farming or commuting to nearby Wingham or Taree for employment and services. The surrounding Manning Valley offers excellent access to rivers, nature reserves, and the broader agricultural community. It suits those seeking a quiet escape from urban life, with the comforts of country living and the beautiful mid-north coast hinterland on the doorstep.

Karaak Flat falls under postcode 2429 and is governed by the Mid-Coast 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
2429
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mid-Coast
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-31.77°, 152.29°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.70 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2429

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2429, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,137
Median 2023–24
$45,520
▲ 22.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,791

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2429; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
320 km
By Train
N/A — no local train service
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 3.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 3.5 hrs

🛣️ Taree is the nearest major town (~25 km). No local bus or train services in Karaak Flat.

Walkability Car-Dependent

No footpaths or local amenities — private vehicle essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
43
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Mid-Coast Local Government Area, which contains Karaak Flat. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
286.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
Motor vehicle theft
215 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.8%
Non-DV assault
445.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 1.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
5.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
196.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 3.8%
View all 62 offence types for Mid-Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Karaak Flat located? +

Karaak Flat is a rural locality in the Manning Valley region of New South Wales, approximately 25 km west of Taree and within the Mid-Coast Council area.

What is the population of Karaak Flat? +

According to the 2021 Census, Karaak Flat has a population of 43 people.

Is there public transport in Karaak Flat? +

There is no public transport in Karaak Flat. A private vehicle is essential. Taree, the nearest major town, is approximately 25 km away.

Is Karaak Flat a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Karaak Flat is part of the Mid-Coast 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.