Dora Creek

NSW 2264 • Rest of NSW

1,739
Population (2021)
$37,752
Median Income
10.26 km²
Area
6m
Elevation

About Dora Creek

Dora Creek is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Lake Macquarie (City) area. With a population of 1,739 and a median income of $37,752, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 10.26 km² at an elevation of 6m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The suburb features local amenities, community facilities, and a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. Residents appreciate the balance of convenience and comfort that Dora Creek provides. The area continues to develop while maintaining its welcoming community spirit.

Dora Creek falls under postcode 2264 and is governed by Lake Macquarie Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lake Macquarie electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2264
Urban Area
Lake Macquarie - West
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.07°, 151.50°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
10.26 km²
Elevation
6m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$380
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,744
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
51 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,643
Census 2021
1,739
5.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,108
Income 2021
$37,752
25.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,454
Born Overseas 180

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 53
  • 2. New Zealand 27
  • 3. Scotland 13
  • 4. Netherlands 11
  • 5. Philippines 11
  • 6. Fiji 5
  • 7. Thailand 4
  • 8. Germany 3
  • 9. Iran 3
  • 10. Iraq 3
  • 11. Malaysia 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 772
Australian 715
Scottish 245
Irish 182
Australian Aboriginal 101
German 61
Dutch 36
Italian 35
Macedonian 13
New Zealander 13

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,199
Both parents born in Australia
228
Both parents born overseas
200
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
49.8%
No Religion
40.8%
Buddhism
0.8%
Islam
0.5%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
60 (3.5%)
5-14 years
178 (10.2%)
15-19 years
83 (4.8%)
20-24 years
99 (5.7%)
25-34 years
188 (10.8%)
35-44 years
161 (9.3%)
45-54 years
192 (11.0%)
55-64 years
298 (17.1%)
65-74 years
263 (15.1%)
75-84 years
180 (10.4%)
85+ years
48 (2.8%)

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