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Carrs Creek

NSW 2460 • New South Wales

186
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
5.49 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralRiversideQuietCBD-Adjacent

About Carrs Creek

Carrs Creek is a small rural locality within the Clarence Valley Council area of northern New South Wales, situated immediately north of Grafton — the Clarence Valley's main regional city. Despite its compact 5.5 square kilometre footprint, the locality is home to around 186 residents who benefit from proximity to Grafton's full range of urban amenities. The area lies close to the Clarence River, set within the rich agricultural and natural landscape that characterises this part of the NSW Northern Rivers region.

As a fringe locality bordering Grafton, Carrs Creek residents enjoy easy access to the city's shops, services, schools, and the Grafton Base Hospital, while living in a quieter semi-rural setting adjacent to the urban fringe. Grafton itself is renowned for its spectacular jacaranda-lined streets, the annual Grafton Jacaranda Festival, and the broad reaches of the Clarence River. The Summerland Way connects the area northward, and Coffs Harbour — with its airport and coastal attractions — is approximately 100 kilometres to the north-east.

Carrs Creek falls under postcode 2460 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Northern Tablelands electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2460
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Northern Tablelands
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.32°, 153.27°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
5.49 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Grafton Station
3 km
N/A (car recommended)

Bus Services

  • Clarence Valley Bus Co. local routes — Grafton city centre 5–10 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
640 km
By Train
Drive to Grafton Station (~3 km), NSW TrainLink North Coast Line to Sydney Central (~9 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
7 hrs – 7 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
6 hrs 30 min – 7 hrs

🛣️ Pacific Highway (A1) is the main road route; Coffs Harbour is ~100 km north-east; local access to Grafton services within minutes

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Carrs Creek is a semi-rural locality on Grafton's northern fringe; most services require a short drive into Grafton city

🛒 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 Carrs Creek by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Carrs Creek Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
186
▲ 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 Carrs Creek known for? +

Carrs Creek is a quiet semi-rural locality on the northern edge of Grafton in the Clarence Valley. It is known for its peaceful rural character close to the Clarence River and its convenient proximity to Grafton's jacaranda-lined streets and regional services.

How far is Carrs Creek from Grafton? +

Carrs Creek borders Grafton directly to the north, making it approximately 2–4 kilometres from Grafton's city centre — a short 5–10 minute drive to reach shops, schools, and services.

Does Carrs Creek have public transport? +

Carrs Creek has access to Clarence Valley Bus Company local bus routes that connect to Grafton's city centre. Grafton Station, on the NSW TrainLink North Coast Line to Sydney, is approximately 3 kilometres away, making regional rail access straightforward.

What is the population of Carrs Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Carrs Creek has a population of 186 residents across a compact 5.5 square kilometre area, reflecting its character as a small fringe locality adjoining the Grafton urban area in the Clarence Valley Council.

Is Carrs Creek a good place to live? +

Carrs Creek offers a quiet semi-rural lifestyle immediately adjacent to Grafton, making it appealing to those who want to be near a regional city's services and amenities while enjoying a more relaxed, residential setting. The Clarence River and Grafton's historic streetscapes are close at hand.

What is the postcode for Carrs Creek? +

Carrs Creek, New South Wales has the postcode 2460.