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Lynchs Creek

NSW 2474 • New South Wales

106
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
36.90 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulHinterland

About Lynchs Creek

Lynchs Creek is a small rural locality in the Richmond-Tweed region of northern New South Wales, situated approximately 20 kilometres south-west of Kyogle within the Kyogle Council local government area. The locality covers around 37 square kilometres of lush pastoral and hilly terrain in the foothills of the Border Ranges, sharing its postcode (2474) with Kyogle and surrounding rural communities. With a 2021 Census population of 106, Lynchs Creek is a sparsely settled farming area where cattle grazing and dairying are the primary land uses.

Lynchs Creek Road winds through the valley from Kyogle via the Summerland Way, passing dairy farms, old timber bridges, and stone fruit properties typical of the Northern Rivers hinterland. The locality lies on the approaches to the Border Ranges National Park, part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, making it a starting point for those exploring the region's outstanding subtropical rainforest. Residents rely on Kyogle for schools, shopping, and services, with the larger centres of Lismore and Casino accessible within an hour's drive. The area has a quiet, close-knit rural character suited to those seeking an agricultural lifestyle.

Lynchs Creek falls under postcode 2474 and is governed by Kyogle Council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2474
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Kyogle Council
Federal Electorate
Page
State Electorate
Lismore
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-28.50°, 152.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
36.90 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
720 km
By Train
No direct service; drive to Casino then NSW TrainLink North Coast Line to Central (approx. 10+ hrs)
By Car (Peak)
8 hrs 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 hrs

🛣️ Very remote from Sydney; Brisbane is approximately 2 hrs 30 min by road; no local public transport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services; a private vehicle is required for all daily needs, with Kyogle the nearest service town

🛒 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 Lynchs Creek by offence type, year and trend.

📊 View Lynchs Creek Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗

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

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
106
▲ 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

What is Lynchs Creek known for? +

Lynchs Creek is known for its dairy and cattle farming country in the Northern Rivers hinterland, as well as its proximity to the Border Ranges National Park — part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area.

How far is Lynchs Creek from Brisbane? +

Lynchs Creek is approximately 150 kilometres south of Brisbane, a drive of around 2 hours via the Pacific Motorway and the Summerland Way through Kyogle.

Does Lynchs Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Lynchs Creek. The nearest train station is Casino, approximately 40 kilometres to the east on the NSW TrainLink North Coast Line. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Lynchs Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Lynchs Creek has a population of 106 residents, spread across a rural locality of approximately 37 square kilometres in the Kyogle LGA.

Is Lynchs Creek a good place to live? +

Lynchs Creek is well suited to those seeking a quiet rural farming lifestyle in the Northern Rivers hinterland, with the Border Ranges National Park on the doorstep and the service town of Kyogle about 20 minutes away. It is not suitable for those who rely on public transport or urban amenities.

What is the postcode for Lynchs Creek? +

The postcode for Lynchs Creek is 2474, which it shares with Kyogle and several surrounding rural localities.