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Duns Creek, Australia

New South Wales · Australia

Duns Creek is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 532. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
532 Population 1/sq mi density
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
27.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$28,561 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$28,561 median income, 2.6% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $1,000/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population532
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,561
Per Capita$28,561
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

C+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$1,000
Ownership93.5%
Housing Units213

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
Rain27.7 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Population532
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates-32.6333°, 151.6333°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation27.7 inches (703 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,561
Median Age42.0 years

About Duns Creek

Duns Creek is a small town in Australia (New South Wales) with a population of 532. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet (57 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.

Duns Creek has a population of 532 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 602.4 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

532
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg
602.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Duns Creek vs Australia Average

The median household income in Duns Creek is $28,561, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,561 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $549, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 51 business establishments.

Income: Duns Creek vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,561
62% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,561
Avg Weekly Wage$549

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)51

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Duns Creek is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below the national average of $1,163). 93.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 213 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.5%
Owner-Occupied93.5%
Renter-Occupied6.5%
Housing Units213

Property Tax

Climate in Duns Creek

Duns Creek has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.2°C), the coldest is Jul (12.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 908 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.2°C / 76°F 18° / 30.3° 98.9
Feb 23.4°C / 74°F 17.6° / 29.2° 126.7
Mar 21.6°C / 71°F 15.9° / 27.3° 108.0
Apr 18.6°C / 65°F 12.4° / 24.7° 74.2
May 15.4°C / 60°F 9.7° / 21.1° 56.8
Jun 12.9°C / 55°F 7.7° / 18.1° 80.6
Jul 12.2°C / 54°F 6.3° / 18° 37.7
Aug 13.2°C / 56°F 6.7° / 19.8° 33.6
Sep 16°C / 61°F 9.2° / 22.9° 44.5
Oct 18.6°C / 65°F 11.6° / 25.7° 64.9
Nov 21°C / 70°F 14.3° / 27.6° 86.4
Dec 22.8°C / 73°F 16.4° / 29.2° 95.6
Duns Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 342 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 27.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above Australia avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area602.4 sq mi (1,560.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-32.6333°N, 151.6333°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.7"
27% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.00"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M5.1 on Apr 22, 2025.

Aug 6, 1994 9 km WSW of Ellalong, Australia M5.3 52 km
Apr 22, 2025 18 km SW of Singleton, Australia M5.1 55 km
Aug 23, 2024 7 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.8 88 km
Aug 24, 2024 8 km NE of Denman, Australia M4.5 89 km
Sep 6, 2024 New South Wales, Australia M4.4 92 km
May 2, 2020 11 km ENE of Denman, Australia M4.0 84 km
Apr 19, 2017 62 km ESE of Forster, Australia M3.9 148 km
Mar 1, 2025 12 km N of Denman, Australia M3.3 99 km
Mar 11, 2010 8 km NE of Hawks Nest, Australia M3.3 58 km
Sep 10, 2012 33 km ESE of Blue Bay, Australia M3.2 93 km
Feb 23, 1990 49 km S of Denman, Australia M3.0 91 km
Jul 2, 2006 9 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.8 79 km
May 15, 2004 23 km ENE of Dungog, Australia M2.8 48 km
Jan 14, 2025 13 km ESE of Denman, Australia M2.7 79 km
Aug 26, 2024 12 km SSW of Muswellbrook, Australia M2.7 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 5.0 in Wettest
February 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in
April 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.1 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
July 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.4 in

Duns Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 52°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (1.5").

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Radio Stations near Duns Creek

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2GB 873 Sydney news, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
2NURFM easy listening MP3 128 kbps
2BOB Radio 104.7FM MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Duns Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Clarence Town and District Historical Museum
Court House Museum
Dungog Museum
Fighter World
Gresford District Historical Museum
Luskintyre Aviation Museum
Maitland Regional Museum
Monarch Historical Museum
Morpeth Museum
Paterson Rail Motor Society
Richmond Vale Railway Museum
Sketchley Pioneer Cottage
Tomago House

Libraries in Duns Creek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beresfield Library0.0
Dungog Library0.0
East Maitland Library0.0
Kurri Kurri Library0.0
Maitland City Library0.0
Raymond Terrace Library0.0
Rutherford Library0.0
Thornton Library0.0

Breweries in Duns Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Rustic brewery

Airports Near Duns Creek

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle AirportNTLLarge Airport
Cessnock AirportCESSmall Airport
Dochra AirfieldSmall Airport
Elderslie AirportSmall Airport
Gloucester AirportSmall Airport
Lake Macquarie AirportBEOSmall Airport
Luskintyre AirfieldSmall Airport
Maitland AirportMTLSmall Airport
Mangrove Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Singleton AirportSIXSmall Airport
Singleton Military Area airstripSmall Airport
Somersby AirstripGOSSmall Airport
Warkworth AirportSmall Airport
Warnervale AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Sydney

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Duns Creek

What is the population of Duns Creek?

Duns Creek has a population of 532 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 602.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Duns Creek expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,561, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Duns Creek?

Duns Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.7 inches.

How is the job market in Duns Creek?

The job market in Duns Creek is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $549. There are 51 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Duns Creek?

The median home value in Duns Creek is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000. The homeownership rate is 93.5%.

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