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Watsons Creek

NSW 2355 • New South Wales

94
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
241.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemotePeaceful
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About Watsons Creek

Watsons Creek is a small rural locality in the New England High Country region of New South Wales, situated within the Uralla Shire Council area approximately 45 kilometres north-west of Tamworth and around 30 kilometres from Manilla. The locality covers an extensive 241 square kilometres of undulating rural and grazing land typical of the New England tableland foothills, with the nearest significant centre being Tamworth, the commercial hub of north-west NSW. With a population of 94 residents recorded at the 2021 Census, Watsons Creek is a sparsely populated rural community well-suited to farming and pastoral lifestyles.

The locality is strongly agricultural in character, historically supporting cattle and sheep grazing across large family properties, with hand-built shearing sheds remaining part of the rural landscape. The New England Highway and surrounding road network connect residents to Tamworth for retail, health, education, and employment, with the drive taking approximately 45 minutes. The wider New England region is known for its clean air, cool temperate climate, and rich pastoral heritage, and Watsons Creek sits at the gateway to this scenic high country landscape.

Watsons Creek falls under postcode 2355 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
2355
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Tamworth
Federal Electorate
Parkes
State Electorate
Tamworth
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.78°, 151.15°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
241.58 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2355

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2355 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$41,346
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,038

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2355; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — Tamworth 45 min by car

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
440 km
By Train
No direct train service; Tamworth has limited XPT services to Sydney (approx. 6.5 hr)
By Car (Peak)
5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 45 min

🛣️ Car is essential; Tamworth (approx. 45 km) is the nearest major centre; Uralla is the nearest small town at approx. 35 km

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Expansive rural locality with no local services or public transport; a private vehicle is necessary for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
94
▲ 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 Watsons 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 Watsons Creek known for? +

Watsons Creek is known for its rural and agricultural character in the New England High Country, supporting cattle and sheep grazing across large pastoral properties. The locality is situated at the gateway to the New England region, which is renowned for its scenic tablelands, clean climate, and quality livestock production.

How far is Watsons Creek from Tamworth? +

Watsons Creek is approximately 45 kilometres north-west of Tamworth, making it around a 45-minute drive to the nearest major centre for retail, health services, schools, and the Tamworth Regional Airport.

Does Watsons Creek have public transport? +

Watsons Creek has no public transport services. A private vehicle is essential for all travel, with Tamworth being the closest major centre and Uralla — a small New England township — approximately 35 kilometres away.

What is the population of Watsons Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Watsons Creek has a population of 94 residents, reflecting its character as a sparsely settled rural locality within the Uralla Shire Council area.

Is Watsons Creek a good place to live? +

Watsons Creek is well-suited to those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the New England High Country, with large acreage properties and a peaceful farming community. Given the remoteness and reliance on private vehicles, it suits residents who are comfortable with rural living far from urban services.

What is the postcode for Watsons Creek? +

The postcode for Watsons Creek, NSW is 2355.

Is Watsons Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Watsons 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.