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Upper Coopers Creek

NSW 2480 • New South Wales

78
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
7.50 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Upper Coopers Creek

Upper Coopers Creek is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated in the hinterland hills west of Lismore in the federal electorate of Richmond. Covering just 7.5 square kilometres, the locality has a population of approximately 78 residents and sits within a lush subtropical landscape of rainforest gullies and farming land. The area takes its name from Coopers Creek, a tributary that winds through the region, and is positioned within the broader postcode of 2480 shared with Lismore.

Upper Coopers Creek offers residents a quiet rainforest-fringe lifestyle with access to the services of Lismore approximately 20 to 30 minutes away. The Northern Rivers region is celebrated for its creative communities, hinterland markets, and connection to nature, and Upper Coopers Creek shares that spirit. With its subtropical climate, fertile soil, and alternative lifestyle heritage, the area attracts small farmers, artists, and those seeking refuge from city life. The nearby Byron Bay hinterland adds to the broader region's appeal as a tree-change destination.

Upper Coopers Creek falls under postcode 2480 and is governed by the Byron Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Richmond, while state elections fall under the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2480
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Byron
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.71°, 153.26°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
7.50 km²
Population Density
10 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2480

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2480, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,443
Median 2023–24
$50,499
▲ 21.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$60,215

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2480; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
780 km
By Train
N/A – nearest station is Lismore (~25 km east, no rail service since 2004)
By Car (Peak)
8-9 hr to Sydney; 25-35 min to Lismore
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 hr to Sydney; 20-25 min to Lismore

🛣️ Northern Rivers has limited public transport. Lismore is the nearest regional centre. Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (~70 km) is the closest airport.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Entirely car-dependent rural locality. No footpaths or local public transport services.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
78
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
240.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
293.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 5.6%
Non-DV assault
682.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
5.3 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
465.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 5.6%
View all 62 offence types for Byron →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Upper Coopers Creek located? +

Upper Coopers Creek is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers hinterland of NSW, located west of Lismore in the Richmond electorate.

What is the population of Upper Coopers Creek? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 78 residents in Upper Coopers Creek.

What is the nearest town to Upper Coopers Creek? +

Lismore is the nearest regional centre, approximately 20-30 minutes drive to the east, offering hospitals, schools, shopping, and other services.

What is Upper Coopers Creek known for? +

The locality is known for its lush subtropical hinterland environment, rural lifestyle, and proximity to the creative and alternative-lifestyle communities of the Northern Rivers region.

Is there public transport in Upper Coopers Creek? +

There is no public transport in Upper Coopers Creek. Residents rely on private vehicles. Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is the nearest airport, about 70 km away.

Is Upper Coopers Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Upper Coopers Creek is part of the Byron 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.