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Mungay Creek

NSW 2440 • New South Wales

133
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
57.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableFamily-Friendly
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About Mungay Creek

Mungay Creek is a small rural locality in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, situated within Kempsey Shire approximately 10 kilometres inland from the coastal town of Kempsey. The area is characterised by lush creek flats, rainforest gullies, and farming land typical of the Macleay Valley. Like many localities in the 2440 postcode area, Mungay Creek is sparsely populated and has a quiet agricultural character, with properties used for beef cattle, dairying, and small-scale farming. The Kempsey region is set in a fertile coastal valley renowned for its natural beauty.

Residents of Mungay Creek enjoy a peaceful country lifestyle with access to the services of nearby Kempsey town, including supermarkets, schools, and medical facilities. The locality appeals to those seeking rural acreage properties and a slow-paced lifestyle close to nature, without being far from essential amenities. The wider Kempsey area offers access to beautiful beaches at South West Rocks and Hat Head National Park. The community is tight-knit and rural in character, with a strong connection to the agricultural heritage of the Macleay Valley.

Mungay Creek falls under postcode 2440 and is governed by the Kempsey Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Cowper, while state elections fall under the Oxley electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2440
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Kempsey
Federal Electorate
Cowper
State Electorate
Oxley
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.38°, 153.02°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
57.96 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$779K
6 sales · vs 2024 n/a

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 2440

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2440, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,686
Median 2023–24
$48,150
▲ 21.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$54,886

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2440; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kempsey Station
10 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Busways Mid North Coast — Kempsey town centre 20 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
420 km
By Train
Approx 7 hrs from Kempsey Station (North Coast Line / XPT)
By Car (Peak)
Approx 5 hrs via Pacific Motorway
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Most residents work locally in Kempsey or on surrounding farms; Sydney is a long-distance destination

Walkability Car Dependent

Entirely rural; a car is essential for all trips to shops, schools, and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
133
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
781.9 / 100k
2yr Down 26.6% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
539.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 8.2%
Non-DV assault
687.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 3.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
12.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
353.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Kempsey →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Mungay Creek? +

Mungay Creek is a rural locality in Kempsey Shire on NSW's Mid North Coast, approximately 10 kilometres from Kempsey town in the fertile Macleay Valley.

What is Mungay Creek like? +

Mungay Creek is a peaceful, sparsely-populated rural area with farming properties set among creek flats and rainforest gullies, typical of the beautiful Macleay Valley region.

What is the nearest town to Mungay Creek? +

Kempsey is the nearest town, about 10 kilometres away, offering supermarkets, schools, and medical services. South West Rocks is also accessible for beach access.

Is there public transport in Mungay Creek? +

There is very limited public transport. A private vehicle is essential. Kempsey Station on the North Coast Line is the nearest rail connection.

What is the median house price in Mungay Creek? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $778,750. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

Is Mungay Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Mungay Creek is part of the Kempsey 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.

What is the population of Mungay Creek? +

Mungay Creek had a population of 133 at the 2021 Census.