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Hanleys Creek

NSW 2420 • New South Wales

3
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
15.99 km²
Area
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Median Rent
RuralAffordableRetirees

About Hanleys Creek

Hanleys Creek is a small rural locality in the Dungog local government area of the Hunter Valley, New South Wales, situated approximately 20 kilometres east of Dungog township in the upper Myall River catchment. The area is characterised by lush green valleys, cleared dairy farming land, and remnant rainforest pockets typical of the Barrington Tops foothills. With a very small population, Hanleys Creek is a quiet pastoral community with a strong connection to the natural landscape.

Residents of Hanleys Creek enjoy a tranquil rural lifestyle centred on farming, hobby farming, and nature-based recreation. The proximity to Barrington Tops National Park and World Heritage-listed rainforest makes the broader area attractive to bushwalkers, birdwatchers, and those escaping metropolitan life. Everyday services are accessed in Dungog, a 20-minute drive, while the larger centre of Maitland is approximately an hour away. The area is popular with families and retirees seeking affordable acreage on the NSW mid-north coast hinterland.

Hanleys Creek falls under postcode 2420 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Upper Hunter electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2420
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyne
State Electorate
Upper Hunter
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-32.42°, 151.68°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
15.99 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Dungog Station
20 km
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Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
200 km
By Train
Drive to Dungog Station then ~3 hr TrainLink to Central
By Car (Peak)
2.5-3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2.5 hr

🛣️ Car essential locally; Pacific Highway and New England Highway are main routes to Sydney/Newcastle

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote rural locality; no footpaths or public transport; vehicle essential

🛒 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 Hanleys Creek by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Hanleys Creek Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
3
▲ 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 Hanleys Creek NSW? +

Hanleys Creek is a small rural locality in the Dungog LGA of the Hunter Valley, approximately 20km east of Dungog and about 200km north of Sydney.

What is the nearest town to Hanleys Creek? +

Dungog is the nearest town, approximately 20 kilometres to the west, offering supermarkets, schools, and basic services.

What is Hanleys Creek like? +

Hanleys Creek is a quiet pastoral community in the Barrington Tops foothills, popular with farmers, hobby farmers, and those seeking affordable rural acreage in a scenic green valley setting.