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Arcturus

QLD 4702 • Queensland

130
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
1206.34 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
OutbackRemoteRuralAgricultural
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About Arcturus

Arcturus is a vast and sparsely populated rural locality in the Central Highlands Region of Queensland, located approximately 68 kilometres south-south-east of Emerald and 268 kilometres west of Rockhampton. With an area of over 1,200 square kilometres and a population of just 130 residents as recorded in the 2021 Census, the locality is one of the most remote in inland Queensland. The landscape is characterised by native vegetation with a mix of cropping and grazing on large pastoral properties and homesteads.

Life in Arcturus revolves around the working cattle and cropping stations that define the Central Highlands landscape. Notable homesteads including Arcturus Downs, Adelong, and Crystal Plains dot the locality, reflecting a deep pastoral heritage in the region. Nearby Springsure (around 51 kilometres to the south-west) serves as the closest service town, offering a school, shops, and community facilities, while Emerald provides more extensive regional services including a hospital, supermarkets, and transport links. Arcturus is a place for those who embrace the isolation and self-sufficiency of outback Queensland life.

Arcturus falls under postcode 4702 and is governed by the Central Highlands Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4702
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Central Highlands
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.33°, 149.78°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
1206.34 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4702

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4702, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,286
Median 2023–24
$61,737
▲ 25.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,932

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4702; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
801 km
By Train
No direct train service to locality; Emerald station is approx 68 km away
By Car (Peak)
8 hr 30 min - 9 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
8 hr - 9 hr

🛣️ Car or light aircraft is the only practical transport; Capricorn Highway provides main route east to Rockhampton and Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Arcturus is an isolated outback locality with no services; all travel requires a car or four-wheel drive

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
130
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
841.5 / 100k
2yr Up 79.3% 10yr Up 85.7%
Motor vehicle theft
309.7 / 100k
2yr Up 12.1% 10yr Up 169.2%
Non-FV assault
1,373.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 210.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
6.7 / 100k
2yr Down 51.2% 10yr Up 93.1%
Steal from vehicle
356.8 / 100k
2yr Up 43.6% 10yr Down 39.1%
View all offence categories for Central Highlands →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arcturus known for? +

Arcturus is known for its large pastoral homesteads and expansive outback landscapes in Queensland's Central Highlands. The locality encompasses major stations such as Arcturus Downs, Adelong, and Crystal Plains, which are part of the region's long cattle grazing and cropping heritage.

How far is Arcturus from Brisbane? +

Arcturus is approximately 801 kilometres north-north-west of Brisbane, making it an 8.5 to 9.5 hour drive via the Warrego Highway and Capricorn Highway through Rockhampton or Emerald.

Does Arcturus have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Arcturus. There are no bus routes or train stations within the locality. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles, and the nearest rail connection is at Emerald, approximately 68 kilometres away.

What is the population of Arcturus? +

According to the 2021 Census, Arcturus had a population of 130 people, a significant increase from 75 in 2016, spread across its 1,206 square kilometres of pastoral land.

Is Arcturus a good place to live? +

Arcturus suits those with a deep connection to the land and pastoral industry, offering wide open spaces and a self-reliant outback lifestyle. It is not suited to those who need urban amenities, as services are limited and the nearest town of Springsure is over 50 kilometres away.

What is the postcode for Arcturus? +

The postcode for Arcturus, QLD is 4702.

Is Arcturus a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Arcturus is part of the Central Highlands 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.