Eastern Creek, New South Wales facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Eastern CreekSydney, New South Wales |
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Car racing at Sydney Motorsport Park, Eastern Creek
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| Population | 827 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 2766 | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 46 m (151 ft) | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 35 km (22 mi) west of Sydney CBD | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | City of Blacktown | ||||||||||||||
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| Federal Division(s) | McMahon | ||||||||||||||
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Eastern Creek is a suburb located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is about 35 kilometers west of the main city center of Sydney. This area is part of the City of Blacktown and is found in the wider Greater Western Sydney region.
Eastern Creek is well-known for its exciting sports venues. It is home to Sydney Motorsport Park and the Western Sydney International Dragway. It was also once the site of a popular amusement park called Wonderland Sydney. The suburb is located west of the Prospect Reservoir.
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History of Eastern Creek
Eastern Creek got its name from a stream that flows through the area. This stream is the eastern branch of South Creek. Over time, a small village grew up where a main road crossed this stream. People started calling this village Eastern Creek, after the stream itself.
Who Lives in Eastern Creek?
In 2016, a census showed that 827 people lived in Eastern Creek. Most of the people, about 62.7%, were born in Australia. Also, 64.3% of residents spoke only English at home. When it came to religion, the most common answer was Catholic, at 33.0%. About 16.9% of people said they had no religion.
Businesses and Industry
Eastern Creek has many industrial buildings and businesses. Sometimes, when people talk about the "Eastern Creek Area," they also include the industrial parts of nearby suburbs like Arndell Park and Huntingwood. This means it can be tricky to find exact numbers just for Eastern Creek itself. A large part of the suburb is also taken up by the Eastern Creek Waste and Recycling Centre.
Fun Things to Do
Eastern Creek is a great place for sports and outdoor activities.
Motorsport Excitement
Sydney Motorsport Park is a famous place for car racing. It has hosted big events like V8 Supercars races. It also hosted the Top Gear Festival in March 2014, which was a huge event for car fans. Right next to the Motorsport Park, you'll find the Western Sydney International Dragway. This is where powerful cars race against each other on a straight track.
Former Wonderland Sydney
From 1985 to 2004, Eastern Creek was home to Wonderland Sydney. This was a very large and popular amusement park with rides and attractions. After it closed, the land was redeveloped. It is now a business park called Interchange Park.
Nature and Parks
If you love nature, Eastern Creek has some great spots. The Western Sydney Parklands are located to the west of the suburb. These parklands offer lots of space for walking, cycling, and enjoying the outdoors. To the east, you can find the Prospect Nature Reserve. This reserve is a beautiful area where you can relax and enjoy nature.
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The Light Horse Interchange, a major road junction near Eastern Creek.
