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Bucca

NSW 2450 • New South Wales

614
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
84.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandBushlandAffordablePeaceful

About Bucca

Bucca is a rural locality in the hinterland of the Coffs Harbour region of New South Wales, located approximately 20 kilometres west of Coffs Harbour CBD within the Coffs Harbour City Council local government area. With a population of 614 spread across around 84 square kilometres of forested hills and farmland, Bucca has a distinctly rural character shaped by small-scale agriculture, hobby farming, and the quiet rhythms of regional hinterland life. Median household incomes are below the state average at approximately 2,000 per year, consistent with the locality's rural and semi-remote nature.

The Bucca area is surrounded by state forest and pastoral land, offering residents abundant natural space, privacy, and a connection to the natural landscapes of the Coffs Harbour hinterland. Everyday services, schools, and the Pacific Highway are accessible via a short drive to Coffs Harbour, which serves as the regional centre for employment, retail, healthcare, and education. The locality appeals to those seeking affordable acreage properties and a country lifestyle, with the bonus of the Coffs Harbour coast and its beaches just a 20-minute drive away.

Bucca falls under postcode 2450 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Coffs Harbour electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2450
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Coffs Harbour
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-30.10°, 152.66°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
84.29 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited rural services — Coffs Harbour Approx. 30-40 min

Commute to Coffs Harbour CBD

Distance
20 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Coffs Harbour station (~25 min) for NSW TrainLink North Coast Line intercity services
By Car (Peak)
25-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Car is essential; Bucca Road connects to the Pacific Highway near Coffs Harbour

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Bucca is a rural locality with no local shops or services; all errands require driving to Coffs Harbour or surrounding townships

🛒 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 Bucca by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Bucca Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
614
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

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

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bucca known for? +

Bucca is known for its peaceful rural character in the Coffs Harbour hinterland, surrounded by state forest and farmland. The locality is popular with hobby farmers and those seeking a quiet country lifestyle within easy reach of the Coffs Coast and its beaches.

How far is Bucca from Coffs Harbour CBD? +

Bucca is approximately 20 kilometres west of Coffs Harbour CBD, a drive of around 20 to 25 minutes off-peak via Bucca Road and the Pacific Highway.

Does Bucca have public transport? +

Public transport in Bucca is very limited, with only occasional rural bus connections to Coffs Harbour. Residents rely primarily on private vehicles; Coffs Harbour train station, about 20 kilometres away, serves the NSW TrainLink North Coast Line with services to Sydney and Brisbane.

What is the population of Bucca? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bucca has a population of 614 residents spread across approximately 84 square kilometres of rural land in the Coffs Harbour City Council area.

Is Bucca a good place to live? +

Bucca suits those who value space, privacy, and a genuine rural lifestyle in the Coffs Harbour hinterland, with the added advantage of the coast being only 20 minutes away. It appeals to hobby farmers, nature lovers, and families seeking affordable acreage properties in a scenic part of mid-north coast NSW.

What is the postcode for Bucca? +

The postcode for Bucca is 2450.