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Doubtful Creek

NSW 2470 • New South Wales

162
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
56.13 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Doubtful Creek

Doubtful Creek is a small rural locality in the Richmond Valley region of northern New South Wales, situated approximately 100 kilometres south-west of Lismore. Set in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, the area encompasses more than 56 square kilometres of hilly farmland and bushland, home to around 162 residents. The locality sits within a tranquil valley environment, reflecting the region's history of timber-getting and small-scale farming.

Residents of Doubtful Creek enjoy a quiet, off-the-beaten-path lifestyle surrounded by subtropical bushland and rural scenery. The nearest service centre is Casino, roughly 30 kilometres away, where residents access shopping, schools, and health facilities. The community is small and self-sufficient, with a strong sense of place shaped by the Northern Rivers' alternative-lifestyle culture and deep rural heritage. The area appeals to those seeking privacy, space, and a genuine connection to the natural environment.

Doubtful Creek falls under postcode 2470 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2470
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.93°, 152.75°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
56.13 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
760 km
By Train
N/A — no direct rail access
By Car (Peak)
8+ hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
7 hr 30 min

🛣️ Casino (30 km) is the nearest town; Sydney is approximately 760 km away

Walkability Car-Dependent

Extremely rural area; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 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 Doubtful Creek by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Doubtful Creek Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
162
▲ 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 Doubtful Creek located? +

Doubtful Creek is a rural locality in the Richmond Valley region of northern NSW, about 30 km west of Casino and 100 km south-west of Lismore.

What is the population of Doubtful Creek? +

Doubtful Creek has a population of approximately 162 people based on 2021 Census data.

What is the nearest town to Doubtful Creek? +

Casino is the nearest significant town, approximately 30 kilometres from Doubtful Creek, offering shopping, schools, and essential services.