Lindesay Creek
NSW 2476 • New South Wales
About Lindesay Creek
Lindesay Creek is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated in the Kyogle local government area approximately 40 kilometres south-west of Lismore. With a population of around 27 residents across nearly 47 square kilometres of subtropical hinterland, it is a sparsely settled farming district. The locality takes its name from the watercourse that flows through the area, draining the ranges of the Border Ranges National Park catchment. Rolling green hills, rainforest fringes, and mixed farming characterise the landscape.
Lindesay Creek appeals to those seeking a deeply rural and off-the-beaten-track lifestyle in the lush Northern Rivers countryside. The community is small and self-sufficient, with lifestyle block owners, hobby farmers, and families drawn to the area's natural beauty and relative affordability compared to coastal Northern NSW. Kyogle township (approximately 25 km north-west) provides the nearest services including shops, schools, and a hospital. The broader Northern Rivers region offers access to the renowned Nimbin, Lismore, and Byron Bay precincts for those who venture further afield.
Lindesay Creek falls under postcode 2476 and is governed by the Tenterfield Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Page, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 2476
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2476 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2476; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Kyogle Buslines — Kyogle township Approx 30–40 min by road
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ Lismore (~40 km) is the nearest major regional city. Car is essential for all daily needs. The locality is best suited to those working locally or remotely.
Entirely rural with no footpaths, public transport, or walkable services. A private vehicle is essential for all needs.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Woodenbong Central School ICSEA 8486635 1281 Unumgar St
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest 2025 rates for the Tenterfield Local Government Area, which contains Lindesay Creek. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.
Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)