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Mooral Creek

NSW 2429 • New South Wales

105
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
45.65 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRiversidePeacefulAffordable
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About Mooral Creek

Mooral Creek is a rural locality in the Manning Valley of New South Wales, situated within the MidCoast Council area approximately 25 kilometres north of Wingham. Nestled in a picturesque valley and served by the creek that gives it its name, the locality covers around 45.6 square kilometres of grazing and mixed farming country. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 105 residents, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled farming district in the mid-north coast hinterland.

The surrounding landscape is characterised by lush pastures, dense bushland, and reliable rainfall of around 1,400 to 1,500 millimetres per year, making it well suited to dairy and beef cattle production. Residents travel to Wingham or the larger regional centre of Taree (around 40 kilometres away) for shopping, medical services, and schools. The locality offers an authentic rural lifestyle in a scenic valley setting, appealing to those who value space, privacy, and a quiet connection to the land.

Mooral Creek 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
45.65 km²
Population Density
2 /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

Bus Services

  • Limited rural bus services — Wingham / Taree Approx. 30-45 min to Taree

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
290 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Taree for NSW TrainLink Intercity services (~4 hr 30 min to Sydney)
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 30 min - 4 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr 15 min - 3 hr 30 min

🛣️ Car is essential; Pacific Highway accessible via Taree

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Mooral Creek is a dispersed rural valley community with no local shops or services; all errands require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
105
▲ 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 Mooral Creek. 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

What is Mooral Creek known for? +

Mooral Creek is known for its scenic valley setting, lush pastures, and agricultural character within the Manning Valley. The locality is a productive area for dairy and beef cattle farming, receiving some of the highest rainfall in inland coastal NSW.

How far is Mooral Creek from Sydney CBD? +

Mooral Creek is approximately 290 kilometres north of Sydney CBD, a drive of around 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours via the Pacific Highway through Taree.

Does Mooral Creek have public transport? +

Public transport options are very limited in Mooral Creek. The nearest rail access is at Taree, approximately 40 kilometres away, with NSW TrainLink services to Sydney. A car is the practical choice for residents.

What is the population of Mooral Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mooral Creek has a population of approximately 105 residents, confirming its character as a small, tightly settled rural locality within the MidCoast Council area.

Is Mooral Creek a good place to live? +

Mooral Creek suits people seeking a quiet, private rural lifestyle in a beautiful valley setting with reliable rainfall and lush surroundings. It is well suited to farming families and those seeking rural acreage, with Wingham and Taree providing nearby services.

What is the postcode for Mooral Creek? +

The postcode for Mooral Creek is 2429, which it shares with a number of other Manning Valley localities including Wingham and Strathcedar.

Is Mooral Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mooral Creek 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.