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Martins Creek

NSW 2420 • New South Wales

351
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
33.74 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralAffordableQuiet
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About Martins Creek

Martins Creek is a small rural locality in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, situated within the Dungog Council area approximately 195 kilometres north of Sydney and 29 kilometres north-north-east of Maitland. With a population of around 351 residents spread across 33.7 square kilometres, the locality has a very low population density typical of the upper Hunter Valley. Median household incomes are below the national average at around $36,500, reflecting the predominantly agricultural and semi-rural character of the area.

The locality is set in a peaceful valley landscape in the Hunter hinterland, surrounded by farming land, bush, and the natural terrain that characterises the upper Hunter. Residents live a quiet rural lifestyle with access to essential services in nearby Dungog, approximately 26 kilometres to the south-west, or the larger centre of Maitland for more substantial shopping and healthcare. The area suits those seeking an affordable rural retreat within reasonable reach of the Hunter Valley's towns and the regional hub of Newcastle, about 57 kilometres to the south-east.

Martins Creek falls under postcode 2420 and is governed by the Dungog Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyne, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2420
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Dungog
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.24°, 151.69°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
33.74 km²
Population Density
10 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Martins Creek for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$615K
5 sales · ▼ 34.7% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2420

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2420, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$36,515
Median 2023–24
$48,169
▲ 31.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,420

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2420; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Dungog / Maitland 30-45 min to Dungog

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
195 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Maitland station for Hunter Line services
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 15 min – 2 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr – 2 hr 15 min

🛣️ Car essential; nearest large centres are Maitland (29km) and Newcastle (57km)

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; no footpath infrastructure or local shops in the locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
351
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
80.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
121.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
151.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
131.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Dungog →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Martins Creek known for? +

Martins Creek is a quiet rural locality in the Hunter hinterland of NSW, known for its farming land, open countryside, and peaceful lifestyle within reach of the Hunter Valley wine region and the town of Dungog.

How far is Martins Creek from Sydney CBD? +

Martins Creek is approximately 195 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, typically a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the New England Highway or Pacific Motorway through Maitland.

Does Martins Creek have public transport? +

There is no rail service to Martins Creek. Limited regional bus connections operate to Dungog and Maitland, but a private vehicle is essential for most residents.

What is the population of Martins Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Martins Creek has a population of approximately 351 people, making it a very small rural locality with low population density across its 33.7 square kilometres.

Is Martins Creek a good place to live? +

Martins Creek suits those seeking an affordable, quiet rural lifestyle in the Hunter Valley hinterland. It is best for self-sufficient households comfortable with car dependency and a short commute to Maitland or Dungog for services.

What is the postcode for Martins Creek? +

The postcode for Martins Creek, NSW is 2420.

What is the median house price in Martins Creek? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $615,000, down 34.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Martins Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Martins Creek is part of the Dungog 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.