East Coraki

NSW 2471 • New South Wales

222
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
45.72 kmยฒ
Area
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Median Rent
RuralRiversideQuietAgriculturalCar-Dependent

About East Coraki

East Coraki is a small rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated approximately 577 kilometres north of Sydney and forming part of the Richmond Valley Council local government area. The locality lies east of the town of Coraki, itself positioned at the junction of the Richmond and Wilsons Rivers, and encompasses pastoral and farming land across roughly 46 square kilometres. With a population of around 222 residents and a below-average median household income, East Coraki has the typical character of a working rural locality in the NSW Northern Rivers hinterland.

The surrounding landscape is defined by the broad, flat floodplains of the Richmond River, supporting cattle grazing and mixed farming. Residents rely on the nearby township of Coraki for day-to-day services, including a small commercial centre, primary school, and community facilities. The larger centres of Casino (around 30 km south-west) and Lismore (around 40 km south-east) provide hospitals, secondary schools, supermarkets, and broader services. The Richmond Valley offers a relaxed Northern Rivers lifestyle, with easy access to the region's natural waterways and coastal hinterland.

East Coraki falls under postcode 2471 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.

๐Ÿ“ Location

Postcode
2471
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-29.01ยฐ, 153.31ยฐ
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
45.72 kmยฒ
Elevation
0m

๐ŸšŒ Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited Northern Rivers Buslines services via Coraki โ€” Casino / Lismore Approx. 40-60 min to Lismore

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
577 km
By Train
No direct service from East Coraki; drive to Casino for NSW TrainLink connections to Sydney (approx. 9-10 hrs by train)
By Car (Peak)
6 hr - 6 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
5 hr 45 min - 6 hr 15 min

๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Access via Bruxner Highway; Gold Coast and Brisbane are accessible within approx. 2 hrs via Pacific Motorway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

East Coraki has no local services; residents must drive to Coraki township or further afield for all daily needs

๐Ÿ›’ Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

๐ŸŽ“ Schools

๐Ÿ” 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 East Coraki by offence type, year and trend.

๐Ÿ“Š View East Coraki Crime Statistics on BOCSAR โ†—

Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research ยท Search for "East Coraki" under Suburb

๐Ÿ‘ฅ Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
222
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
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0% increase

Income Comparison

๐Ÿ“Š Population: ABS Census 2021
๐Ÿ’ฐ Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Coraki known for? +

East Coraki is a quiet rural locality known for its pastoral farmland on the Richmond River floodplains of the NSW Northern Rivers region. It sits near the historic town of Coraki, which is located at the junction of the Richmond and Wilsons Rivers and serves as the main service hub for the area.

How far is East Coraki from Sydney? +

East Coraki is approximately 577 kilometres north of Sydney, a drive of around 6 hours via the Pacific Motorway and Bruxner Highway.

Does East Coraki have public transport? +

East Coraki has no rail service. Limited bus services operate via the nearby town of Coraki connecting to Casino and Lismore, but a private vehicle is essential for day-to-day life in this rural locality.

What is the population of East Coraki? +

East Coraki has a population of approximately 222 residents, occupying a rural area of around 46 square kilometres in the Richmond Valley Council area of northern NSW.

Is East Coraki a good place to live? +

East Coraki suits those seeking a genuinely rural Northern Rivers lifestyle with space and natural surroundings. It is close to Coraki for basic services and within reach of Casino and Lismore for broader amenities, though it is entirely car-dependent with minimal local infrastructure.

What is the postcode for East Coraki? +

The postcode for East Coraki, NSW is 2471, shared with the town of Coraki and several other localities in the Richmond Valley area.