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Rixs Creek

NSW 2330 • New South Wales

18
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
11.87 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMining Town
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About Rixs Creek

Rixs Creek is a small rural locality in the Upper Hunter Valley of New South Wales, situated approximately 20 kilometres north-east of Singleton near the town of Broke. The area spans around 12 square kilometres and is home to a small resident population of fewer than 20 people, making it one of the more sparsely inhabited localities in the Hunter region. The landscape is characterised by low hills and valleys typical of the Upper Hunter, and the locality sits within the Cessnock–Singleton corridor.

Rixs Creek is best known as the site of the Rixs Creek open-cut coal mine, which has been a significant part of the local economy for decades. The surrounding area offers a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle with easy access to Singleton's full range of services, shopping, and schools. Residents enjoy proximity to the Hunter Valley wine country, with numerous cellar doors and tourist attractions within a short drive.

Rixs Creek falls under postcode 2330 and is governed by the Singleton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Macquarie, while state elections fall under the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2330
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Singleton
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.76°, 150.97°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
11.87 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2330

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2330, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$53,000
Median 2023–24
$61,393
▲ 15.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$82,264

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2330; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Singleton Station
20 km
N/A (drive only)

Bus Services

  • Regional coach — Singleton / Cessnock 30 min to Singleton

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
220 km
By Train
Via Singleton – approx. 3 hrs to Central
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 10 min

🛣️ Most residents drive to Singleton for daily needs

Walkability Car-Dependent

No footpaths or local services; car essential for all trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
18
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
257.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 4.7%
Motor vehicle theft
280.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
390 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
11.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
253.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.0%
View all 62 offence types for Singleton →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Rixs Creek located? +

Rixs Creek is a rural locality in the Upper Hunter Valley of New South Wales, situated about 20 kilometres north-east of Singleton near the village of Broke.

What is Rixs Creek known for? +

Rixs Creek is best known as the site of the Rixs Creek open-cut coal mine, which has operated in the area for many years and is a key part of the Upper Hunter economy.

What is the population of Rixs Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Rixs Creek has a population of just 18 people, making it one of the smallest localities in the Hunter region.

What is the nearest town to Rixs Creek? +

The nearest major town is Singleton, approximately 20 kilometres away, which offers full services including schools, hospitals, and shopping.

Is Rixs Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Rixs Creek is part of the Singleton 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.