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Araluen

QLD 4570 • Queensland

649
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandQuietSemi-Rural
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About Araluen

Araluen is a small rural locality in the Mary Valley hinterland of south-east Queensland, situated within the Gympie Region approximately 40 kilometres south-west of Gympie and around 165 kilometres north of Brisbane. With a population of 649 residents across approximately 6.6 square kilometres, it is a modest, close-knit rural community. The median household income of approximately $38,500 reflects the agricultural and rural working base of the locality, consistent with Mary Valley hinterland communities in the Nanango state electorate.

Araluen is part of the Mary Valley's scenic hinterland landscape, characterised by rolling green hills, small farms, and the relaxed pace of rural Queensland life. The nearest town for services is Kenilworth or Gympie, with supermarkets, schools, and health facilities located there. The surrounding region is popular for eco-tourism, with the Mary Valley Heritage Railway, walking trails, and the broader Sunshine Coast Hinterland attracting visitors from the coast. Residents value the privacy and quiet of acreage living within reach of Sunshine Coast amenities.

Araluen falls under postcode 4570 and is governed by the Gympie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Longman, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4570
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gympie
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.15°, 152.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.57 km²
Population Density
99 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4570

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4570, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,494
Median 2023–24
$48,143
▲ 25.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,221

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4570; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Gympie / Kenilworth Approx. 45–60 min to Gympie

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
165 km
By Train
No direct train service; requires driving to Gympie then limited rail options (total 2.5–3.5 hours)
By Car (Peak)
2 to 2.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.75 to 2 hours

🛣️ Car-dependent rural locality; Gympie is the nearest service hub, accessible via the Bruce Highway corridor.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural hinterland locality with no local shops or services — a car is essential for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
649
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Gympie Local Government Area, which contains Araluen. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
565 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 51.2%
Motor vehicle theft
340.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 116.8%
Non-FV assault
646.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 47.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.5 / 100k
2yr Down 56.6% 10yr Up 328.2%
Steal from vehicle
406.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 74.9%
View all offence categories for Gympie →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Araluen (QLD) known for? +

Araluen is a quiet rural locality in the Mary Valley hinterland, known for its peaceful acreage lifestyle, rolling green hills, and proximity to the scenic Sunshine Coast hinterland and Mary Valley Heritage Railway corridor.

How far is Araluen from Brisbane CBD? +

Araluen is approximately 165 kilometres north of Brisbane's CBD, typically a 1.75 to 2.5 hour drive depending on traffic via the Bruce Highway and inland routes.

Does Araluen (QLD) have public transport? +

Araluen has very limited public transport. There is no local rail service; the nearest station is Gympie North. A car is the primary and most practical mode of transport for residents.

What is the population of Araluen (QLD)? +

According to the 2021 Census, Araluen in Queensland has a population of approximately 649 residents, reflecting its small and close-knit rural community character.

Is Araluen (QLD) a good place to live? +

Araluen suits those looking for an affordable acreage lifestyle in the Queensland hinterland, with the natural beauty of the Mary Valley and proximity to Sunshine Coast towns. It is best suited to those who do not rely on urban amenities or public transport.

What is the postcode for Araluen (QLD)? +

The postcode for Araluen, Queensland is 4570, shared with Gympie and several surrounding localities in the Gympie Region.

Is Araluen a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Araluen is part of the Gympie 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.

What is the population of Araluen? +

Araluen had a population of 649 at the 2021 Census.