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Rushes Creek

NSW 2346 • New South Wales

98
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
175.51 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPastoralNew England Region
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About Rushes Creek

Rushes Creek is a sparse rural locality in the Tamworth Regional Council area of New South Wales, situated approximately 50 kilometres north-west of Tamworth and around 430 kilometres north of Sydney. Covering roughly 175 square kilometres of undulating agricultural land, it supports a small population of around 105 people living on large pastoral holdings. The locality lies within the broader New England tableland region and is characterised by open grazing land, dry eucalypt woodland, and a wide-sky farming landscape.

Pastoral farming — primarily beef cattle and sheep — defines the economy and lifestyle of Rushes Creek. Residents travel to Manilla or Tamworth for essential services including schools, healthcare, and retail shopping. The Tamworth region is well known as the Country Music Capital of Australia and offers a growing range of regional amenities, cultural events, and transport connections. Rushes Creek suits those drawn to a quiet, self-sufficient rural lifestyle with a strong farming community identity.

Rushes Creek falls under postcode 2346 and is governed by the Tamworth Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Parkes, while state elections fall under the Tamworth electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2346
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tamworth
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.82°, 150.65°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
175.51 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2346

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2346, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$37,552
Median 2023–24
$47,725
▲ 27.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$53,394

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2346; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Tamworth Station
50 km
NSW TrainLink North West Xplorer (Sydney–Armidale)

Bus Services

  • NSW TrainLink Xplorer — Sydney Central via Tamworth Approx 6.5 hrs from Tamworth

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
430 km
By Train
Drive to Tamworth (~50 min) then NSW TrainLink ~6.5 hrs to Sydney
By Bus
Limited coach services from Tamworth
By Car (Peak)
~4.5 hrs via New England Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
~4.25 hrs

🛣️ Tamworth Airport (~50 km) provides daily flights to Sydney (~1 hr). Car is the primary mode for local travel.

Walkability Car Dependent

Remote rural locality; all daily needs require driving to Manilla or Tamworth.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
98
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
643.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
332.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 8.2%
Non-DV assault
713.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 4.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
19.7 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
535.6 / 100k
2yr Up 48.9% 10yr Down 1.9%
View all 62 offence types for Tamworth →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rushes Creek known for? +

Rushes Creek is a sparse rural locality in the Tamworth Regional Council area of New South Wales, situated approximately 50 kilometres north-west of Tamworth and around 430 kilometres north of Sydney.

How far is Rushes Creek from Sydney CBD? +

Rushes Creek is approximately 430 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around ~4.5 hrs via New England Hwy during peak hour and ~4.25 hrs off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately Drive to Tamworth (~50 min) then NSW TrainLink ~6.5 hrs to Sydney.

Does Rushes Creek have public transport? +

Rushes Creek is served by Tamworth Station station (50 km, approximately null walk) on the NSW TrainLink North West Xplorer (Sydney–Armidale). Local bus services including NSW TrainLink Xplorer also connect residents to Sydney Central via Tamworth.

What is the population of Rushes Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Rushes Creek has a population of approximately 98 residents. It is one of the smaller localities in NSW.

Is Rushes Creek a good place to live? +

Rushes Creek suits those seeking a very quiet rural or remote lifestyle with minimal neighbours and close proximity to natural landscapes. Amenities are extremely limited locally, and a car is essential for all daily needs.

What is the postcode for Rushes Creek? +

The postcode for Rushes Creek in NSW is 2346.

Is Rushes Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Rushes Creek is part of the Tamworth 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.