Coraki
With 1,373 residents and a median age of 46, Coraki has an older profile, sitting 6.0 years above the national median. Housing is strongly detached, with 96.2% separate houses, while 47.4% of homes are owned outright. Household income sits at the 16.3 percentile, lower than the broader Australian middle, which helps explain the town's practical housing base. Compared with nearby Casino, Coraki is smaller and more settled, with 78.6% of residents remaining at the same address. Woodburn provides another regional comparison. Only 6.3% of residents were born overseas, reinforcing Coraki's Anglo-leaning profile.
Local council: Richmond Valley (71% of the suburb; the rest sits in a neighbouring council)
Population
1,373
Median Age
46.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,072/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
14
Coraki suits buyers prioritising detached space and established housing over apartment living. Separate houses account for 96.2% of dwellings, with 51.5% containing 3 bedrooms and 30.9% containing 4 or more. That gives family buyers more choice than apartment-led locations, while the 1.4% share of zero or one-bedroom homes points to limited compact stock. Mortgage repayments average $1,246 a month, equal to 26.8% of household income, below the 28.0% rent-to-income measure. With 47.4% owning outright and 33.3% carrying a mortgage, buyers should compare sale prices with local incomes rather than assume detached housing is automatically inexpensive. Car access also matters because 81.7% drive to work.
For Buyers
Coraki suits buyers prioritising detached space and established housing over apartment living. Separate houses account for 96.2% of dwellings, with 51.5% containing 3 bedrooms and 30.9% containing 4 or more. That gives family buyers more choice than apartment-led locations, while the 1.4% share of zero or one-bedroom homes points to limited compact stock. Mortgage repayments average $1,246 a month, equal to 26.8% of household income, below the 28.0% rent-to-income measure. With 47.4% owning outright and 33.3% carrying a mortgage, buyers should compare sale prices with local incomes rather than assume detached housing is automatically inexpensive. Car access also matters because 81.7% drive to work.
For Investors
Coraki's investment case is shaped by a small, mostly owner-occupied market. Rent is $300 a week, 17.5% of households rent, and vacancy is 7.1%, a higher vacancy setting than a tightly supplied rental market and a signal to budget for letting periods. The 13 development applications recorded over 12 months indicate some ongoing activity, but not a large construction pipeline. Healthcare accounts for 28.2% of local jobs, followed by construction at 10.3% and education at 9.9%, giving demand a service-economy base. Because 47.4% own outright and 78.6% stayed at the same address, tenant turnover may be lower than in more transient centres. Investors should stress-test $300 weekly rent against maintenance, insurance and vacancy.
Development Activity
Total DAs
60
Last 12 Months
14
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+600.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Coraki
Open-register school locations for education access. This is not a school-quality ranking.
Demographics
Coraki's median age is 46, which is 6.0 years higher than the national figure. University attainment is 9.5%, or 20.6 percentage points below the national comparison, while the overseas-born share is 6.3%, 15.3 points lower. Average household size is 2.5, matching the national comparison. English ancestry is recorded for 542 residents, followed by Irish at 167, Scottish at 114 and German at 50; ancestry was not stated for 221. Christianity accounts for 684 residents and no religion for 440. The older profile is reinforced by 78.6% staying at the same address, compared with a 21.4% turnover rate, while couples without children represent 40.6% of families.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
96.2%
Houses
2.0%
Townhouse
0.9%
Apartment
Tenure
Coraki's housing stock is more detached than apartment-based, with 96.2% separate houses, 2.0% semi-detached homes and 0.9% apartments. The dominant formats are 3-bedroom homes at 51.5% and 4-bedroom-or-larger homes at 30.9%, compared with only 1.4% for zero or one-bedroom dwellings. Tenure is weighted toward ownership: 47.4% own outright, 33.3% have a mortgage and 17.5% rent. This structure can support stability, but it may limit rental choice compared with larger centres. Mortgage costs equal 26.8% of household income, lower than the 28.0% rent-to-income measure, while the weekly household income of $1,072 should remain central to any price assessment.
Mortgage / mo
$1,246
Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.
$300
Census 2021
HH Size
2.5
Personal Income / wk
$513
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
7.1%
Unoccupied
35
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
28.0%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
26.8%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
34.9%
Couples with children
40.6%
Couples, no children
21.9%
Single parent
315
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is Coraki's leading industry at 28.2%, employing 74 people, followed by construction at 10.3% with 27, education at 9.9% with 26, public administration at 8.0% with 21 and retail at 7.6% with 20. This service-heavy mix means local employment is closely linked to care, education and public functions rather than a single private employer. The labour force is 512 people, participation is 44.4% and unemployment is 6.6%. Full-time workers number 250, higher than the 188 working part-time, although the full-time rate is 52.3%. Labourers are the largest occupation at 99, ahead of community and personal service workers at 76 and trades at 70. Household income at the 16.3 percentile is lower than the national middle, limiting spending power.
Unemployment
6.6%
Labour Force
512
Unemployed
34
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
52.3%
Part-time
39.3%
Participation
44.4%
Employed
478
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
9.5%
Postgraduate
1.2%
Born Overseas
6.3%
Dwellings
449
Transport to Work
Coraki is a low-density town covering 32.34 square kilometres, with a population density of 42.5 people per square kilometre. Daily mobility is more car-dependent than walking or cycling: 81.7% drive to work, compared with 3.3% who walk or cycle, while 12.1% work from home. One local school is identified, a government primary school, so families should confirm enrolment zones, transport and secondary-school arrangements against the exact address. Community support needs are relevant, with 10.3% requiring assistance and 121 people recorded in that category, while volunteering reaches 13.0%. Compared with denser regional centres, Coraki provides a quieter setting but requires more planning around private transport and access to services. Use current local crime statistics and street-level inspection when assessing safety, as no crime rate is stated here.
Drive
81.7%
Public Transport
N/A
Walk / Cycle
3.3%
Work from Home
12.1%
Growth Outlook
Coraki's near-term growth signals look measured rather than high-growth. The suburb has 1,373 residents, 13 development applications over 12 months and a 21.4% turnover rate, while 78.6% stayed at the same address. Compared with a rapidly expanding regional centre, this pattern points to incremental change led by renovations, subdivision and local movement rather than a large new-estate cycle. The median age of 46 and need-assistance rate of 10.3% suggest future demand will depend on accessible housing and services. Before paying a premium, buyers should check current regional forecasts for annual growth, migration direction, population trajectory and gentrification stage, because these factors can produce a different outlook from the present development pattern.
Population trend: Richmond Valley council area
About 71% of Coraki sits in Richmond Valley; the rest is in a neighbouring council. These are the council area's residents, not Coraki's.
Residents 2025
24,044
Growth, 5 yr average
+0.4%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+0.3%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Coraki compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coraki a good suburb to live in?
Coraki can suit residents seeking detached housing, a quieter setting and established local connections. It has 1,373 residents, a median age of 46 and 96.2% separate houses. Daily life is more car-dependent than in denser centres because 81.7% drive to work, so access to services and transport should be considered.
What is the median house price in Coraki?
A reliable median house price should be checked against current settled sales rather than assumed from the housing mix. Coraki's weekly household income is $1,072 and average mortgage repayments are $1,246 a month, equal to 26.8% of income. Buyers should compare recent sale prices with borrowing capacity and property condition.
What schools are in Coraki?
Coraki has 1 identified local school, Coraki Public School, which is a government primary school. Families should confirm the current enrolment zone, available places and transport arrangements against the exact address. Secondary schooling may require planning beyond the local primary option.
Is Coraki safe?
A suburb-wide crime rate should not be assumed without checking current NSW crime statistics and the exact street. Coraki has 1,373 residents and relatively low density at 42.5 people per square kilometre, so activity can vary between locations. Inspect the area at different times and ask locally about lighting, flooding and emergency access.
Is Coraki good for property investment?
Coraki may suit investors comfortable with a smaller rental market and measured growth profile. Weekly rent is $300, vacancy is 7.1% and 17.5% of households rent. There were 13 development applications over 12 months. These figures should be tested against insurance, maintenance, flood exposure, vacancy periods and achievable rent before purchase.
How is Coraki's population changing?
Coraki has 1,373 residents, with 78.6% staying at the same address and 21.4% turning over. That indicates a relatively settled population rather than rapid churn. The median age is 46, so future change is likely to depend on housing accessibility, local services and regional migration conditions. Check current forecasts before making a long-term growth assumption.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).
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