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King Creek has an estimated 1,883 residents, up 1.1% since the 2021 Census, with 39 projects tracked in the area around King Creek.
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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Situated 301 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD, the suburb of King Creek is home to an estimated 1,883 residents as of Aug 2026. AreaSearch's analysis draws that figure from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, together with national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 1,863 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has changed only minimally.
The suburb's market profile is shaped by strong educational qualifications across the community, a high share of married families and a housing stock led by detached homes. Households tend to have above-average numbers of children, and the local economy includes a notable utilities employment base. High levels of outright home ownership add to the picture. Residents include a high proportion of middle-aged people, with family households and couples without children prominent. The suburb is exceptionally well educated, and a significant level of infrastructure and major project spending is planned that should support performance and demand.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 301 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD, the suburb of King Creek is home to an estimated 1,883 residents as of Aug 2026. AreaSearch's analysis draws that figure from aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, which are released yearly, together with national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 1,863 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has changed only minimally.
The suburb's market profile is shaped by strong educational qualifications across the community, a high share of married families and a housing stock led by detached homes. Households tend to have above-average numbers of children, and the local economy includes a notable utilities employment base. High levels of outright home ownership add to the picture. Residents include a high proportion of middle-aged people, with family households and couples without children prominent. The suburb is exceptionally well educated, and a significant level of infrastructure and major project spending is planned that should support performance and demand.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,156 in 2006 and 1,874 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 1,883 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 45 to 54, 14.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 33.7%.
King Creek ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education and the 89th for population growth.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in King Creek is $659 a week, up 4.1% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 14% above Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 2.3%.
14% above Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $445 in 2017, $697 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68 Jillalla Drive, King Creek NSW 2446 | $1,035,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 10 Manuka Parkway, King Creek NSW 2446 | $1,660,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 18 Sunrise Place, King Creek NSW 2446 | $1,199,000 | 1 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 14 Narran River Road, King Creek NSW 2446 | $1,375,000 | 3 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 426 King Creek Road, King Creek NSW 2446 | $1,425,000 | 29 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 31 Erin Drive, King Creek NSW 2446 | $1,550,000 | 24 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 8 Ilex Place, King Creek NSW 2446 | $1,550,000 | 1 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 59 Sarahs Crescent, King Creek NSW 2446 | $850,000 | 29 Jun 2026 | Street address |
| 15 Verdale Place, King Creek NSW 2446 | $1,665,000 | 26 Jun 2026 | Street address |
| 20 Kingaree Place, King Creek NSW 2446 | $1,580,000 | 16 Jun 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 49 residential sales recorded since 14 Apr 2025 (the latest settled 29 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 49, houses and units together, was $1,430,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $659 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 2.3% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.43m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,430,000 | Median of the 49 most recent residential sales, settled 14 Apr 2025 to 29 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent, houses | $697 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +3.8% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $496 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +8.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 2.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Port Macquarie | $595 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Port Macquarie, over 12 months | +5.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Mid North Coast | $558 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Mid North Coast, over 12 months | +5.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 23 tracked applications: 5 approved, 5 under assessment, 13 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 39 projects in and around King Creek, 13 of them under construction.
The commercial heart of the Sovereign Hills master planned community. Stage One is complete. The Town Centre is planned to expand to over 60,000sqm, incorporating diverse retail, a Business and Technology Park, a Health and Wellbeing Precinct, commercial offices, and a community library and town green.
Thrumster Business Park is an eco-friendly industrial precinct in Port Macquarie covering 120,000 sqm across 60+ lots. The development features two distinct zones: Precinct 1 for community-oriented businesses and Precinct 2 for traditional industrial use.
Masterplanned residential community offering 245 premium homesites in a relaxed coastal lifestyle setting. Located 10 minutes from Port Macquarie CBD, the development includes 30 hectares of protected nature reserves with flat, elevated blocks.
A 68-lot residential estate in Lake Cathie offering a mix of coastal and rural living, with lots ranging in size from 465m2 to 2,972m2. The estate is fully sold out and registered, with new home builds largely complete.
A $1.5 billion master-planned community by Lewis Land Group spanning 350 hectares in the Thrumster urban release area, planned for over 2,000 residential dwellings and supporting over 3,000 residents[cite: 1].
Drainage infrastructure upgrade for the Tuffins Lane sporting precinct to improve field conditions and facility usability during wet weather periods.
Upgrade delivering 17 flexible learning spaces (including 2 support unit classrooms), a new hall, new bus bay, refurbished library and special programs unit, and landscaping. Works completed December 2021 to enhance capacity and learning environments for the growing Lake Cathie community.
The NSW Government is investing $265 million to upgrade Port Macquarie Base Hospital on Wrights Road, Port Macquarie. The project is in master planning and concept design.
A five-building mixed-use development including 95 apartments with tourist accommodation, about 1240sq m of commercial space, indoor recreation facilities, and parking for 176 vehicles.
The first release at Catarina Beachfront Estate, The Pacific features a boutique collection of luxury apartments and exclusive penthouses. Designed by ELK Architecture, the project is part of a larger masterplan for Catarina Estate which will include a future retail precinct with cafes, shops, and hospitality venues, as well as conference facilities, a…
A 704-lot masterplanned residential estate located between Lake Cathie and Bonny Hills on the NSW Mid North Coast, developed by St Vincent's Foundation with King & Campbell as principal consultant. The estate offers house and land packages across staged releases, with Stage 6C currently selling.
A staged urban development within the Sovereign Hills masterplanned community in the Thrumster urban release area north of the Oxley Highway, Port Macquarie.
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Estimated completion year of the 14 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 5, 2027 4, 2028 2, 2029 0, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 19 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 23 substantial development applications lodged in and around King Creek over the period covered (about 4.1 years), 16 in the last 12 months; 5 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 1, 2023 2, 2024 3, 2025 1, 2026 (to Oct) 16.
Key application 76 Sarahs Crescent, King Creek Retail | $35k Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 23 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.1 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 16 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 16th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 3 | ABS building approvals | 9th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.1 years) | |
| Applications under assessment | 5 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.1 years) |
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of King Creek's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 3, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of King Creek has grown by approximately 61 people, while 13 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of King Creek include: Riverpark Sancrox Estate (Construction); Cowarra Water Supply Scheme (Approved); Cowarra Water Treatment Plant (Approved); Beechwood Road Upgrade Stage 6 including Steels Bridge Wauchope (Approved); and Sancrox Quarry Expansion Project (Approved). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of King Creek spans multiple sectors including Environmental & Disaster Management, Transport & Logistics, and Communities, among others.
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03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
King Creek lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,883 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 108 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 29th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 1,863 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 20 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | -0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 17.41 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of King Creek was estimated to be approximately 1,883 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 1,874 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of King Creek has added approximately 20 people and shown a 1.07% increase from the 1,863 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of King Creek is estimated at 108 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of King Creek has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.9% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of King Creek is driven by: Interstate migration (76.0%), Natural increase (12.0%), Overseas migration (12.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 76.0% of overall population gains.
King Creek hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 80th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 19.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 47.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 45 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 6.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of King Creek at 45 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 45 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 45 years as at August 2026, King Creek is 2 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 7 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of King Creek compared to the Regional NSW region is the 45 - 54 group, making up 14.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of King Creek compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 6.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of King Creek show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (1.3% vs 2.9%) and 25-34 year-olds (6.9% vs 11.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.9% of the population in the suburb of King Creek as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 21.3% of the population in the suburb of King Creek as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $54,857 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $65,671 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,088 | 2021 Census, weekly | 71st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $721 | 2021 Census, weekly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 28.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,192 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 19.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of King Creek is approximately $58,357. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $54,857.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of King Creek is approximately $69,861. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $65,671.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of King Creek is approximately $58,357 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $54,857 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of King Creek is approximately $69,861 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,671 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of King Creek's households (~33.7% / 205 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of King Creek is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 33.7% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of King Creek is $2,088/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of King Creek is $2,192/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of King Creek is $721/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of King Creek is lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $54,857 while the average income stands at $65,671. This contrasts to Regional NSW's figures of a median income of $55,733 and an average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $58,357 (median) and $69,861 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of King Creek is $7,977 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of King Creek's disposable income is $7,977 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
King Creek ranks among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 62.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 946 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,445 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 963 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of King Creek has approximately 946 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.8%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of King Creek stands at 1.8%, which is 2.3 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of King Creek is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.4% of employment), construction (13.1%), and education & training (11.2%). Other significant employers include retail trade and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of King Creek has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of King Creek is 62.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The suburb of King Creek shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 13.1% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% across Regional NSW. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of King Creek's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 7.7% growth, ranking 9th out of 37 regions nationally.
King Creek demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 15.5% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 21.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.8% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.4% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 34.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
21.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of King Creek have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
34.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of King Creek have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The suburb of King Creek ranks in the 99th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of King Creek are: Certificate (30.8%), Bachelor Degree (15.5%), Advanced Diploma (13.4%).
29.2% of the population in the suburb of King Creek is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.0% in primary school, 10.4% in secondary school, 2.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
King Creek features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 3.0 people | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 45.5% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 34.5% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 609 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 616 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 87.5% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of King Creek had 609 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.1% to an estimated 616 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of King Creek is 3.0 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 87.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (10.6%), group households (2.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 533 family households, couples with children account for 45.5% of all households, couples without children at home 34.5%, and single parent families 6.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the suburb of King Creek shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 87.5% (versus 68.8% in Regional NSW). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 10.6% compared to 27.9% in Regional NSW. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of King Creek have an average of 2.0 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 61.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 24.9% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 10.6% of all households in the suburb of King Creek, notably lower than the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.0% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The latest Census data sees King Creek placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 97.8% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 94.3% | 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 89.2% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.5% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
King Creek was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 89.2% of its population born in Australia, 94.3% being citizens, and 97.8% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in King Creek was found to be Christianity, which makes up 63.3% of people in King Creek. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in King Creek are English, comprising 33.4% of the population, Australian, comprising 33.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 7.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of King Creek (vs 0.4% across Regional NSW), Dutch at 1.6% (vs 1.0%) and Maltese at 0.8% (vs 0.4%).
10.8% of the suburb of King Creek population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
2.2% of the population in the suburb of King Creek speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
3.5% of the suburb of King Creek population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
94.3% of the suburb of King Creek population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
King Creek is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 4.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Owned outright | 49.7% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 98.8% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 79th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 45.6% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $410 | 2021 Census, weekly | 69th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 19.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 40th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 50th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of King Creek, 49.7% of homes are owned outright, 45.6% are owned with a mortgage, and 4.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 98.8% of dwellings in the suburb of King Creek are houses.
In the suburb of King Creek, 0.7% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of King Creek stands at 49.7%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of King Creek is $2,167, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of King Creek is $1,071, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of King Creek, households with mortgages typically spend 24.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 19.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of King Creek is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of King Creek shows mortgage holders spending 24.0% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 19.6% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of King Creek consists of 98.8% detached houses, 0.5% semi-detached dwellings, 0.7% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in King Creek consumes approximately 11.9% of median household income ($9,041 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
No recent development applications are recorded for this area.
King Creek's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 51.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 36th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 67.3% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.6% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
Around 51.1% of people in the suburb of King Creek are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the suburb of King Creek, 5.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.4% of people in the suburb of King Creek are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.4% of the suburb of King Creek population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.1% of people in the suburb of King Creek have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of King Creek, 51.1% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 17 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 62 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 7th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 111 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 12 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.3 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 14.1% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 17 public transport stops within the suburb of King Creek.
The suburb of King Creek has 62 weekly trips across 12 routes, averaging 8 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 454 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 3.7 km away and the nearest pharmacy 4.2 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 17 stops nearby, 62 weekly trips, access rating 31 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 56 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 56th percentile nationally |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 3.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 4.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 4.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest GP | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 4.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 11.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 15.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in King Creek, placing the area among the bottom 22% of areas assessed nationally.
King Creek has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 23% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
King Creek's resilient property market has recorded 29 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 93% residential and 7% commercial transactions.
King Creek lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
King Creek hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
King Creek ranks among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
King Creek demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 1% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
King Creek features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional NSW.
The latest Census data sees King Creek placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
King Creek is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
King Creek's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
King Creek has an estimated 1,883 residents, up 1.1% since the 2021 Census, with 39 projects tracked in the area around King Creek.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for King Creek.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL12153). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for King Creek from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares King Creek with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
