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Brays Creek

NSW 2484 • New South Wales

119
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
16.45 km²
Area
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Median Rent
RuralHinterlandSemi-RuralPeacefulFamily-Friendly

About Brays Creek

Brays Creek is a small rural locality in the Tweed Shire of north-eastern New South Wales, situated approximately 163 kilometres south of Brisbane and around 789 kilometres north of Sydney. With a population of around 119 residents spread across 16.5 square kilometres of hinterland country, the area is characterised by rolling green hills, small farms, and subtropical bushland typical of the Tweed hinterland. The locality sits within the traditional Country of the Bundjalung people, with the Ngandowal and Minyungbal language groups having long-standing connections to the Tweed region.

Life in Brays Creek revolves around the peaceful rural landscape of the Tweed hinterland, offering a quieter alternative to the nearby coastal towns of Murwillumbah and Tweed Heads. The area is popular with those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle within reach of the surf beaches and amenities of the Tweed Coast, which lies around 20–30 kilometres to the east. Residents have access to services in Murwillumbah, the main township of the Tweed Shire, while the broader Northern Rivers region — including Byron Bay and the Gold Coast — is within comfortable driving distance. The lush, subtropical character of the landscape and the proximity to the Tweed Valley make Brays Creek a hidden gem for those seeking acreage and privacy.

Brays Creek falls under postcode 2484 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tweed electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2484
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Tweed
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.38°, 153.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
16.45 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Murwillumbah / Tweed Heads Approx. 30–45 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
163 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Murwillumbah then coach/train options to Brisbane (total approx. 2.5 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
2–2.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5–2 hrs

🛣️ Close to Gold Coast and Tweed Coast; Pacific Motorway accessible via Murwillumbah or Tweed Heads

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no walkable services; Murwillumbah is the nearest centre for shops and amenities

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🔍 Crime Statistics

NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Brays Creek by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Brays Creek Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Brays Creek" under Suburb

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
119
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
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Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brays Creek known for? +

Brays Creek is known for its quiet rural character and lush subtropical hinterland setting in the Tweed Shire, offering acreage living within easy reach of the Tweed Coast, Murwillumbah, and the Gold Coast.

How far is Brays Creek from Brisbane? +

Brays Creek is approximately 163 kilometres south of Brisbane, a drive of around 2 to 2.5 hours via the Pacific Motorway and Tweed Valley Way.

Does Brays Creek have public transport? +

Public transport in Brays Creek is very limited; some regional bus services connect the broader Tweed area to Murwillumbah and Tweed Heads, but a car is essential for residents.

What is the population of Brays Creek? +

Brays Creek has a population of approximately 119 residents according to the 2021 Census, spread across a 16.5-square-kilometre area of rural Tweed hinterland.

Is Brays Creek a good place to live? +

Brays Creek is well-suited to those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle in the Tweed hinterland, with the convenience of nearby Murwillumbah for services and the beaches of the Tweed Coast within easy reach.

What is the postcode for Brays Creek? +

The postcode for Brays Creek is 2484.