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Upper Eden Creek

NSW 2474 • New South Wales

45
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
52.37 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralNatureFarmingNorthern RiversTree-Change
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About Upper Eden Creek

Upper Eden Creek is a tiny rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated approximately 20 km south-west of Kyogle in the Kyogle local government area. Covering over 52 square kilometres of hilly sub-tropical hinterland, the area is sparsely populated with around 45 residents, primarily on large rural holdings and bush blocks zoned for rural use. The locality sits on the headwaters of Eden Creek, a tributary of the Richmond River system.

Life in Upper Eden Creek centres around farming, small-scale agriculture, and a strong connection to the natural landscape. Residents access services and community facilities in Kyogle, which offers schools, supermarkets, health services and a small town centre. The area is popular with those seeking an off-grid or alternative lifestyle, with affordable land prices attracting tree-changers from coastal cities.

Upper Eden Creek falls under postcode 2474 and is governed by the Kyogle 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
2474
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Kyogle
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.50°, 152.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
52.37 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2474

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2474, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$33,379
Median 2023–24
$42,063
▲ 26.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$50,734

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2474; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • School services only — Kyogle Approx 30 min

Commute to Lismore

Distance
155 km
By Train
No train service
By Bus
Very limited, car strongly recommended
By Car (Peak)
~30 min to Kyogle; ~2 hr to Lismore
By Car (Off-Peak)
~30 min to Kyogle

🛣️ No train services in the area. Kyogle is the nearest town with basic services. Car is essential.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Extremely rural — car is essential for all activities. No footpaths or public transport of note.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
45
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
156.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
156.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
240 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
229.6 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Kyogle →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Upper Eden Creek known for? +

Upper Eden Creek is a small farming locality in the Richmond Valley, known for cattle grazing and small-scale agriculture amid the lush Northern Rivers hinterland. The area provides a quiet, off-grid lifestyle for those seeking rural seclusion.

How far is Upper Eden Creek from Kyogle? +

Upper Eden Creek is approximately 20 kilometres south-west of Kyogle, the nearest town with basic services, with a drive time of around 25-30 minutes via rural roads.

Does Upper Eden Creek have public transport? +

Upper Eden Creek has no public transport services. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles, with Kyogle providing the nearest town services and connections to the wider Northern Rivers region.

What is the population of Upper Eden Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Upper Eden Creek has a population of approximately 45 residents, making it a very small and sparsely populated rural locality in the Richmond Valley.

Is Upper Eden Creek a good place to live? +

Upper Eden Creek suits those seeking an off-the-beaten-track rural lifestyle in the Northern Rivers hinterland. The area offers farming opportunities and a strong connection to nature, but residents must be self-sufficient and comfortable with limited access to services.

What is the postcode for Upper Eden Creek? +

The postcode for Upper Eden Creek is 2474.

Is Upper Eden Creek a safe area? +

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