Wilsons Creek
NSW 2482 • New South Wales
About Wilsons Creek
Wilsons Creek is a scenic rural locality in Byron Shire on the Northern Rivers of New South Wales, located approximately 10 kilometres northwest of Mullumbimby. With a population of 466 at the 2021 census across 18.2 square kilometres, it sits in the lush Wilsons River valley surrounded by subtropical rainforest and rolling green hills. The area has been a hub of the alternative lifestyle movement since the 1970s and retains a strong counter-cultural identity.
Wilsons Creek offers an idyllic hinterland lifestyle in the heart of the Byron Bay region, with a strong community centred around the Wilsons Creek Hall and local primary school. The valley is known for its organic farms, permaculture properties, and artistic community. Residents enjoy the area's natural beauty, crystal-clear swimming holes, and proximity to Mullumbimby's shops and cafés. It attracts artists, alternative lifestylers, and families seeking a sustainable rural life in a stunning subtropical setting.
Wilsons Creek falls under postcode 2482 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lismore electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Blanch's Bus — Mullumbimby 15 min
Commute to Mullumbimby
🛣️ Byron Bay is about 25 min. Lismore is 45 min. Brisbane is 2.5 hours via the M1.
No shops or footpaths. Winding valley roads. A car is essential.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Brunswick River Rd
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114 Main Arm 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 Wilsons Creek by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Wilsons Creek Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Wilsons Creek" under Suburb