Yippin Creek
NSW 2446 • New South Wales
About Yippin Creek
Yippin Creek is a small coastal-hinterland locality in the Port Macquarie-Hastings local government area of New South Wales, located on the Mid North Coast. With a population of 758 residents (2021 census) spread across just 2.67 square kilometres, it is a compact semi-rural community sitting between the hinterland hills and the coastal city of Port Macquarie. The locality falls within the Lyne federal electorate and the Port Macquarie state electorate. Its position near Port Macquarie makes it attractive to those seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining close to coastal amenities.
Residents of Yippin Creek enjoy easy access to Port Macquarie's beaches, shopping, schools and hospitals, which lie within a short drive. The area features a mix of rural and residential properties, appealing to families and semi-rural lifestyle seekers. The Hastings River and surrounding national parks provide excellent bushwalking, kayaking and fishing opportunities. The Mid North Coast's warm climate and natural beauty make Yippin Creek an appealing location for those priced out of coastal towns who still want proximity to the ocean.
Yippin Creek falls under postcode 2446 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Port Macquarie electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- 335,338 — Port Macquarie town centre 20-30 min
Commute to Port Macquarie
🛣️ Car preferred; limited bus services; Wauchope station serves regional NSW TrainLink connections
Minimal walkable services; car required for most daily needs; close proximity to Port Macquarie
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Long Flat Public School ICSEA 8876587 4255 5077 Oxley Highway
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Beechwood Public School ICSEA 9596585 6136 614 Beechwood Road
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Huntingdon Public School ICSEA 8386585 6144 2876 Oxley Highway
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4 Avondale Street
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Wauchope High School ICSEA 8946585 1400 Nelson St
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Wauchope Public School ICSEA 9006585 2277 Waugh St
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 Yippin Creek by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Yippin Creek Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Yippin Creek" under Suburb