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Alligator Creek (Mackay - Qld)

QLD 4740 • Queensland

897
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
78.03 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalRuralSemi-RuralQuietPeaceful
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About Alligator Creek (Mackay - Qld)

Alligator Creek is a rural coastal locality situated approximately 28 kilometres south of Mackay, within the Mackay Region local government area in tropical north Queensland. Covering around 75 square kilometres, it has a population of 897 as recorded in the 2021 Census, making it a lightly settled semi-rural community. The area borders the Coral Sea coastline, with Dudgeon Point forming a notable headland in the locality. Incomes in the broader Mackay postcode area reflect the region's sugar cane farming and resource sector employment base.

Alligator Creek's landscape is characterised by rural and coastal scenery, with farming properties interspersed with coastal frontage along the Coral Sea. Residents enjoy a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle with the services of Mackay city within a reasonable drive north, including shopping centres, schools, hospitals, and the Bruce Highway connection. The locality attracts those seeking acreage living or coastal rural properties within reach of Mackay's amenities, and the surrounding coastline offers opportunities for fishing and outdoor recreation.

Alligator Creek (Mackay - Qld) falls under postcode 4740 and is governed by the Mackay Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Dawson, while state elections fall under the Whitsunday electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4740
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mackay
Federal Electorate
Dawson
State Electorate
Whitsunday
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-21.34°, 149.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
78.03 km²
Population Density
11 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4740

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4740, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$56,413
Median 2023–24
$68,683
▲ 21.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$84,174

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4740; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Mackay CBD 30-40 min

Commute to Mackay CBD

Distance
28 km
By Train
No direct train service; Mackay station is approximately 30 km north
By Car (Peak)
25-35 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20-25 min

🛣️ The Bruce Highway passes through the area; a car is essential for daily life

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs in this rural coastal locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
897
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Mackay Local Government Area, which contains Alligator Creek (Mackay - Qld). Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
694.6 / 100k
2yr Down 16.1% 10yr Down 34.3%
Motor vehicle theft
316.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 42.1%
Non-FV assault
1,256 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 128.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.2 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Up 110.6%
Steal from vehicle
716.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Mackay →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alligator Creek known for? +

Alligator Creek is known for its rural coastal character in the Mackay region, with farming land and Coral Sea coastline. Dudgeon Point is a notable headland within the locality, and the area is popular with those seeking semi-rural acreage living in tropical Queensland.

How far is Alligator Creek from Mackay CBD? +

Alligator Creek is approximately 28 kilometres south of the Mackay CBD. By car, the journey takes around 20-35 minutes depending on traffic via the Bruce Highway.

Does Alligator Creek have public transport? +

Public transport in Alligator Creek is very limited. There is no rail service; the nearest railway station is in Mackay, approximately 30 kilometres north. A car is essential for getting around.

What is the population of Alligator Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Alligator Creek has a population of 897 residents across its 75 square kilometre rural area, reflecting its low-density semi-rural character.

Is Alligator Creek a good place to live? +

Alligator Creek suits those who value a quiet rural or semi-rural coastal lifestyle within driving distance of Mackay city. It offers open space, farming properties, and coastal scenery, though residents need to be comfortable driving to Mackay for most services.

What is the postcode for Alligator Creek? +

The postcode for Alligator Creek in the Mackay region is 4740, shared with Mackay city and surrounding localities.

Is Alligator Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Alligator Creek is part of the Mackay LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.