Trunkey Creek
NSW 2795 • New South Wales
About Trunkey Creek
Trunkey Creek is a small historic village and rural locality in the Bathurst Regional Council area of central-western New South Wales, approximately 55 kilometres south of Bathurst and 130 kilometres north of Goulburn along the Bathurst–Goulburn Road. Covering around 68 square kilometres of rolling Central Tablelands country, it had a population of 118 people at the 2021 census. The village has its origins in the 1840s gold rush era and contains several heritage-listed buildings that reflect its pioneering history.
The village is known for its charming heritage streetscape, local pub, and proximity to the Abercrombie Caves—one of the largest limestone cave systems in the Southern Hemisphere—located 20 kilometres to the south. The surrounding farmland supports sheep and cattle grazing, with some properties also producing wool. Bathurst provides the nearest comprehensive retail, medical and educational services within a 40-minute drive. Trunkey Creek is a popular destination for tourists exploring the Central Tablelands, particularly those interested in colonial history and outdoor recreation.
Trunkey Creek falls under postcode 2795 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Orange electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Bathurst Bus Service / private coach — Bathurst CBD approx 45–55 min (limited service)
Commute to Sydney
🛣️ Most residents are self-sufficient or travel to Bathurst for services. No direct Sydney bus. Car is essential.
Small village with limited footpaths; walking is possible within the village centre but all major services require a car trip to Bathurst.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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70 Elington Road
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Bathurst High School ICSEA 983Hope St
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Bathurst Public School ICSEA 983George St
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Bathurst South Public School ICSEA 936Havannah St
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Bathurst West Public School ICSEA 927Suttor St
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Carenne School ICSEA 908158 Browning St
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98 George Street
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Gormans Hill Road
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Eglinton Public School ICSEA 986Alexander St
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French-Smith Place
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Kelso High School ICSEA 859Boyd St
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Kelso Public School ICSEA 85919 Gilmour Street
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Meadow Flat Public School ICSEA 1000Great Western Hwy
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4173 O'Connell Road
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 Trunkey Creek by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Trunkey Creek Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Trunkey Creek" under Suburb