King Creek
At 1,863 residents across 17.41 sq km, King Creek has a density of 107 people per sq km and a notably settled profile. The median age is 45, which is 5 years above the national figure, while 76.2% of homes have four or more bedrooms. Household income sits at the 79th percentile, helping explain the mortgage-belt pattern and 48.5% outright ownership. For buyers weighing King Creek against Wauchope or Port Macquarie, the main distinction is the local housing form: 98.8% of dwellings are separate houses and only 0.7% are apartments, supporting lower-density living.
Local council: Port Macquarie-Hastings
Population
1,863
Median Age
45.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,088/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
25
King Creek suits buyers who prioritise detached space, larger homes and a settled residential setting. Four or more bedrooms account for 76.2% of dwellings, compared with 20.5% for three-bedroom homes, so the suburb is better matched to families, multigenerational households and buyers needing work or storage space than to apartment seekers. The typical monthly mortgage figure is $2,167, equal to 24.0% of household income, while rent is $410 a week and represents 19.6% of income. Outright ownership at 48.5% is higher than the 45.6% mortgage share, reflecting a mature owner base.
For Buyers
King Creek suits buyers who prioritise detached space, larger homes and a settled residential setting. Four or more bedrooms account for 76.2% of dwellings, compared with 20.5% for three-bedroom homes, so the suburb is better matched to families, multigenerational households and buyers needing work or storage space than to apartment seekers. The typical monthly mortgage figure is $2,167, equal to 24.0% of household income, while rent is $410 a week and represents 19.6% of income. Outright ownership at 48.5% is higher than the 45.6% mortgage share, reflecting a mature owner base.
For Investors
King Creek provides a limited but potentially stable rental market. Only 4.5% of households rent, while the vacancy rate is 2.7%, so available rental stock is lower than in areas with a large investor-owned apartment or townhouse supply. Weekly rent is $410, and the low rental share means investors should assess tenant depth carefully rather than assume strong demand from volume alone. Twenty-five development applications were recorded over 12 months, indicating ongoing property activity, although the listed examples focus on sheds, decks and alterations rather than clearly identified new dwellings. The suburb's 98.8% detached-house profile supports family-oriented rental strategies.
Development Activity
Total DAs
162
Last 12 Months
25
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+8.7%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
King Creek has an older resident profile, with a median age of 45, or 5 years above the national figure. University qualification attainment is 25.5%, which is 4.6 percentage points below national, while the overseas-born share is 10.8%, 10.8 points below national. English ancestry is reported by 881 residents, followed by Irish at 209 and Scottish at 190, creating an Anglo-leaning profile. Christianity accounts for 1,124 residents and no religion for 637. Average household size is 3.0, which is 0.5 above national. Compared with Port Macquarie or Wauchope, buyers should consider whether this more settled demographic suits their priorities.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
98.8%
Houses
0.5%
Townhouse
0.7%
Apartment
Tenure
King Creek's housing stock is unusually detached and spacious: 98.8% of dwellings are separate houses, compared with 0.7% apartments and 0.5% semi-detached homes. Four or more bedrooms make up 76.2% of homes, higher than the 20.5% share for three-bedroom dwellings. Ownership is also concentrated, with 48.5% owned outright and 45.6% held with a mortgage, while only 4.5% are rented. Outright ownership is higher than mortgage ownership, which helps explain the suburb's settled feel. Mortgage costs average $2,167 monthly and equal 24.0% of household income, compared with rent at $410 weekly and 19.6% of income.
Mortgage / mo
$2,167
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (April to June 2026), NSW Rental Bond Board (DCJ). Census 2021 median: $410.
$555
Bond data Jun 2026 · houses $580 · units $480
HH Size
3.0
Personal Income / wk
$721
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
2.7%
Unoccupied
17
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
19.6%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.0%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
50.0%
Couples with children
41.4%
Couples, no children
7.4%
Single parent
556
Total families
Economy & Employment
King Creek's employment base is led by healthcare, which represents 22.6% of workers and 142 people, followed by education at 14.8% and 93 people, construction at 12.1% and 76, public administration at 7.0% and 44, and other services at 5.7% and 36. Professionals are the largest listed occupation group at 198, higher than managers at 125 and community or personal service workers at 125. Unemployment is 1.7%, participation is 61.4%, and 55.7% of workers are full time. Household income of $2,088 a week ranks at the 79th percentile, supporting mortgage capacity because employment is concentrated in essential and skilled sectors.
Unemployment
1.7%
Labour Force
927
Unemployed
16
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
55.7%
Part-time
39.2%
Participation
61.4%
Employed
911
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
25.5%
Postgraduate
3.8%
Born Overseas
10.8%
Dwellings
604
Transport to Work
Daily life in King Creek is strongly car-oriented, with 80.5% of workers driving as car occupants and 14.9% working from home. The combination of 17.41 sq km of area and density of 107 people per sq km means local trips and regional access are more important than walk-up convenience. Average household size is 3.0, and the 17.9% volunteering rate points to useful community participation. Families should check nearby school options and enrolment zones against the exact address, as practical access can vary across the area. Compared with denser coastal locations, King Creek offers more detached space but less obvious reliance on public transport. Current police information should also be reviewed before making a final safety decision.
Drive
80.5%
Public Transport
N/A
Walk / Cycle
N/A
Work from Home
14.9%
Growth Outlook
King Creek's practical growth signal is local development activity rather than a large rental or apartment pipeline. Twenty-five applications were recorded over 12 months, with examples including a new shed, a deck or patio and internal building alterations. Residential stability is also high: 81.5% of residents stayed at the same address, compared with an 18.5% turnover rate. That pattern points to gradual change because most households remain in place while property improvements continue. Compared with a high-turnover market, King Creek is more likely to evolve through renovations, additions and incremental household change than through rapid replacement of its resident base.
Population trend: Port Macquarie-Hastings council area
King Creek sits in the Port Macquarie-Hastings council area. These are the council area's residents, not King Creek's.
Residents 2025
92,432
Growth, 5 yr average
+1.6%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+1.5%
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 King Creek compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is King Creek a good suburb to live in?
King Creek can suit households wanting space, privacy and a settled environment. About 98.8% of dwellings are separate houses, 76.2% have four or more bedrooms and the median age is 45. Compared with denser locations, daily life is more car-dependent because 80.5% of workers drive.
What is the median house price in King Creek?
Use recent settled sales rather than relying on a broad estimate, especially because 76.2% of homes have four or more bedrooms and 98.8% are detached. The typical mortgage figure is $2,167 per month, equal to 24.0% of household income, but that is not a median sale price.
What schools are in King Creek?
School access should be checked by exact address and enrolment zone, since nearby options may serve a wider area. King Creek covers 17.41 sq km and has a density of 107 people per sq km, so travel distance can matter more than it does in a compact suburb. Confirm current primary and secondary choices before buying.
Is King Creek safe?
Review current NSW Police information for the 2446 area and compare incident categories before deciding. A suburb-level crime rate is not available here, so avoid assuming that the settled profile of 1,863 residents gives a complete safety picture. Visit at different times and check lighting, roads and nearby services.
Is King Creek good for property investment?
King Creek may suit a patient, detached-house strategy. Weekly rent is $410, vacancy is 2.7% and only 4.5% of households rent, indicating a smaller rental pool than apartment-heavy areas. Twenty-five development applications in 12 months show activity, but investors should verify tenant demand and comparable rents.
How is King Creek's population changing?
King Creek has 1,863 residents, with 81.5% staying at the same address and 18.5% turning over. That is a more settled pattern than a high-mobility suburb and suggests gradual demographic change. Twenty-five development applications over 12 months indicate ongoing property activity, but not necessarily rapid population expansion.
What development is happening in King Creek?
There were 25 development applications over 12 months. Recent examples include a new shed, a balcony, deck, patio or verandah project and internal building alterations. The activity is more consistent with incremental property improvement than a clearly identified large housing estate, so buyers should check individual approvals and surrounding plans.
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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