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Mangrove Creek

NSW 2250 • New South Wales

56
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
19.19 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralBushlandCar-Dependent
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About Mangrove Creek

Mangrove Creek is a small rural locality in the Central Coast hinterland of New South Wales, situated approximately 90 kilometres north of Sydney near the Gosford area. Covering around 19 square kilometres, it recorded a 2021 Census population of 56 residents. The locality lies within the Central Coast Council area in the scenic valley country behind the Central Coast's urban areas, characterised by small farms, hobby properties, and bushland.

Residents benefit from the proximity to the Central Coast's urban services in Gosford and Wyong, as well as the beautiful Bouddi National Park and Mangrove Creek Dam, a major water source for the Central Coast. The locality offers a quiet rural setting within a short drive of the Coast's beaches, restaurants, and facilities. A private vehicle is essential; there is no public transport to the locality itself, though Gosford railway station is accessible by car.

Mangrove Creek falls under postcode 2250 and is governed by the Central Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Robertson, while state elections fall under the The Entrance electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2250
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Coast
Federal Electorate
Robertson
State Electorate
The Entrance
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.33°, 151.19°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
19.19 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2250

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2250, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,733
Median 2023–24
$58,584
▲ 22.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,213

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2250; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gosford
20 km
N/A (drive required)

Bus Services

  • No regular local service — N/A N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
Drive to Gosford; NSW TrainLink Central Coast Line to Sydney Central (~1 hr)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr - 1 hr 30 min

🛣️ Pacific Motorway (M1) provides main route to Sydney; Gosford is the nearest major centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural hinterland locality; car required for virtually all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
56
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
208 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.9%
Motor vehicle theft
171.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 2.5%
Non-DV assault
430.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
14.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
336 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.3%
View all 62 offence types for Central Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mangrove Creek known for? +

Mangrove Creek is a quiet rural locality in the Central Coast hinterland, known for its valley setting near Mangrove Creek Dam — a key water source for the Central Coast — and the nearby Bouddi National Park.

How far is Mangrove Creek from Sydney? +

Mangrove Creek is approximately 90 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, roughly a 1 to 1.5 hour drive via the Pacific Motorway.

Does Mangrove Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Mangrove Creek. Gosford railway station, approximately 20 kilometres away, provides NSW TrainLink services to Sydney.

What is the population of Mangrove Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mangrove Creek has a population of approximately 56 residents in this Central Coast hinterland locality.

Is Mangrove Creek a good place to live? +

Mangrove Creek suits those who want a rural lifestyle within reach of the Central Coast's beaches and Gosford's services, and within commuting distance of Sydney.

What is the postcode for Mangrove Creek? +

The postcode for Mangrove Creek is 2250, shared with Gosford and surrounding Central Coast localities in New South Wales.

Is Mangrove Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mangrove Creek is part of the Central 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.