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Myrtle Creek

NSW 2469 • New South Wales

92
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
213.44 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteHinterlandQuietAffordable
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About Myrtle Creek

Myrtle Creek is a sparsely populated rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, falling within the Richmond Valley local government area. Covering approximately 213 square kilometres of hinterland country, it is situated roughly 550 kilometres north of Sydney and around 55 kilometres south-west of Lismore, near the border with Kyogle Council. With a 2021 Census population of 92 residents, the locality is characterised by very low density farming and grazing land typical of the upper Richmond Valley hinterland.

The locality has historical connections to the North Coast railway era, with Myrtle Creek railway station once serving the area on the main North Coast line between 1905 and 1941 before services ceased. Today the area is thoroughly rural, with residents relying on the towns of Casino (approximately 30 kilometres to the north-east) or Kyogle for everyday services, schools, and shopping. Myrtle Creek appeals to those seeking very affordable rural land and a peaceful lifestyle in the lush Northern Rivers hinterland, with the broader region offering subtropical landscapes and proximity to both the coast and the rainforest hinterland.

Myrtle Creek falls under postcode 2469 and is governed by the Richmond Valley Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Page, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2469
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Richmond Valley
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.34°, 153.00°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
213.44 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2469

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2469 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$37,478
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$44,967

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2469; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Very limited or no regular services — Casino / Kyogle N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
555 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Casino station then NSW TrainLink North Coast service (approx. 10+ hrs)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 6 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 6 hrs

🛣️ Brisbane CBD is approximately 280 km away (3+ hrs by car). Car is the primary means of transport in this area.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A remote rural locality with no pedestrian infrastructure or local services — a vehicle is essential for all needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
92
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
493.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
397.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 6.5%
Non-DV assault
632 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
8.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
288.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all 62 offence types for Richmond Valley →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Myrtle Creek known for? +

Myrtle Creek is known for its remote Northern Rivers hinterland character and historical connection to the North Coast railway, which once passed through the area via a station that operated between 1905 and 1941. Today the locality is largely farmland and grazing country.

How far is Myrtle Creek from Lismore? +

Myrtle Creek is approximately 55 kilometres south-west of Lismore by road, making it around a 50–60 minute drive. The closest major service town is Casino, approximately 30 kilometres to the north-east.

Does Myrtle Creek have public transport? +

There is no rail or regular bus service to Myrtle Creek. The nearest train station is Casino, approximately 30 kilometres away, where NSW TrainLink North Coast services operate. Residents are entirely reliant on private vehicles.

What is the population of Myrtle Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Myrtle Creek (NSW 2469) has a population of 92 residents, making it one of the more sparsely populated localities in the Richmond Valley local government area.

Is Myrtle Creek a good place to live? +

Myrtle Creek is well-suited to those seeking affordable rural land in the Northern Rivers hinterland with a very quiet lifestyle. It requires full car dependency for all services, and is best suited to farming families or lifestyle property owners comfortable with remote living.

What is the postcode for Myrtle Creek? +

The postcode for Myrtle Creek, NSW is 2469, shared with other localities in the Richmond Valley hinterland including Casino.

Is Myrtle Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Myrtle Creek is part of the Richmond Valley 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.