Terrace Creek
NSW 2474 • New South Wales
About Terrace Creek
Terrace Creek is a rural locality in the Kyogle Council local government area of the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, sharing the 2474 postcode with Kyogle. Covering approximately 44.2 square kilometres of hilly farming country near the NSW–Queensland border, it had a population of just 40 residents at the 2021 census. The locality is nestled within the hinterland hills of the Border Ranges district, an area renowned for its lush subtropical landscapes, cattle grazing, and small-scale agriculture. Like neighbouring Cougal, the area reflects the quiet, land-rich character of the Kyogle hinterland.
Terrace Creek's main draw is its genuine rural seclusion combined with reasonable accessibility to Kyogle town's services, including a hospital, schools, and shopping. The Northern Rivers region more broadly offers markets, arts communities, and natural attractions such as the Border Ranges National Park and the Summerland Way tourist drive. Lismore, the region's largest centre, is approximately 70 kilometres to the south-east. The locality suits those seeking large rural holdings, hobby farms, or a quieter alternative to the increasingly sought-after Byron Bay hinterland, offering a similar subtropical landscape at more affordable land prices.
Terrace Creek falls under postcode 2474 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Regional bus — Kyogle ~20–25 min (limited services)
Commute to Kyogle
🛣️ No regular passenger rail. Lismore is approximately 70km south-east via Summerland Way. Casino (~40km south) provides an alternative service hub with a regional airport.
A remote rural locality with no footpaths, shops, or public transport within walking distance. Private vehicle — ideally a 4WD — is essential for day-to-day life.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Collins Creek Public School ICSEA 9966633 1278 480 Collins Valley Road
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Afterlee Rd
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Kyogle High School ICSEA 91202 6632 1300 Summerland Way
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Kyogle Public School ICSEA 9386632 1200 192 Summerland Way
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02 6632 1988 Groom Street
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2303 Summerland Way
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The Risk Public School ICSEA 8696636 6127 122 Gradys Creek Road
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Barkers Vale Public School ICSEA 9716689 7202 4501 Kyogle Rd
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Wiangaree Public School ICSEA 9326636 2163 23-31 Kunghur Street
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 Terrace Creek by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Terrace Creek Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Terrace Creek" under Suburb