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Crabbes Creek

NSW 2483 • New South Wales

343
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
18.08 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-Friendly

About Crabbes Creek

Crabbes Creek is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, located in the Tweed hinterland approximately 20 kilometres south-west of Murwillumbah and about 30 kilometres from the Queensland border. With a population of 343 residents spread over 18 square kilometres, it is a tight-knit community nestled among the lush green valleys and volcanic hills of the Border Ranges. The area falls within the federal electorate of Richmond and is part of the broader Northern Rivers region known for its creative, alternative-lifestyle communities.

Life in Crabbes Creek centres around its rural, community-oriented character. The surrounding landscape — with verdant paddocks, subtropical vegetation and proximity to the Border Ranges National Park — attracts those seeking a quieter, nature-connected lifestyle away from the coast. The Northern Rivers region as a whole is known for its arts, organic farming, and wellness culture, and Crabbes Creek residents tend to share these values. Nearby Murwillumbah provides schools, supermarkets, and essential services, while Byron Bay is accessible within about 40 minutes for a broader range of amenities.

Crabbes Creek falls under postcode 2483 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Tweed electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2483
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Richmond
State Electorate
Tweed
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.46°, 153.49°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.08 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Local school bus services — Murwillumbah 25-30 min

Commute to Murwillumbah CBD

Distance
22 km
By Train
No direct train access (nearest: Murwillumbah historically, now closed)
By Car (Peak)
25-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ Car-dependent locality; Byron Bay approx 40 min

Walkability Car-Dependent

Entirely car-dependent rural area with no public transport or commercial facilities

🛒 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 Crabbes Creek by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Crabbes Creek Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
343
▲ 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

Where is Crabbes Creek located? +

Crabbes Creek is in the Tweed hinterland of NSW, approximately 20 km south-west of Murwillumbah and about 40 km from Byron Bay.

How many people live in Crabbes Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Crabbes Creek has a population of 343 residents.

What is the lifestyle like in Crabbes Creek? +

Crabbes Creek offers a quiet, rural lifestyle surrounded by lush Northern Rivers hinterland. Residents value nature, community, and the relaxed culture of the broader Byron-Tweed region.