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Baffle Creek

QLD 4674 • Queensland

155
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
46.98 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteQuietAgricultural
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About Baffle Creek

Baffle Creek is a sparsely populated rural locality situated within the Gladstone Region of Queensland, approximately 88 kilometres north-north-west of Bundaberg and 442 kilometres north of Brisbane. The locality covers around 47 square kilometres of Queensland's central coastal hinterland, and recorded a population of 155 people in the 2021 Census. The area is named after Baffle Creek, the watercourse that runs through it, and is characterised by low population density and an agricultural and pastoral character typical of the region.

The locality is largely rural in nature, with residents spread across a broad landscape of farming properties and bushland. The nearby township of Rosedale, roughly 31 kilometres to the south, provides the closest access to essential services, while Bundaberg offers a wider range of retail, medical, and community amenities. Baffle Creek is best suited to those seeking a remote rural lifestyle, with the quiet surroundings, open land, and proximity to the Queensland coastal hinterland being the area's defining drawcards.

Baffle Creek falls under postcode 4674 and is governed by the Gladstone Region Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Burnett electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4674
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gladstone Region
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Burnett
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.69°, 151.87°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
46.98 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4674

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4674 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$35,203
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,989

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4674; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Bundaberg Car required

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
442 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
4.5–5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
4–4.5 hr

🛣️ Accessible via Bruce Highway; Bundaberg is the nearest regional centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No footpaths or local shops; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
155
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Baffle Creek known for? +

Baffle Creek is a quiet rural locality in Queensland's Gladstone Region, known for its wide open farmland and the Baffle Creek watercourse that gives the area its name. It offers a genuinely remote lifestyle in the central Queensland hinterland.

How far is Baffle Creek from Brisbane? +

Baffle Creek is approximately 442 kilometres north of Brisbane, making it a drive of around 4.5 to 5 hours via the Bruce Highway. Bundaberg, roughly 88 kilometres to the south, is the nearest major regional centre.

Does Baffle Creek have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport serving Baffle Creek. There is no rail service and no local bus routes; a private vehicle is essential for getting around and accessing services in Bundaberg or Rosedale.

What is the population of Baffle Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Baffle Creek has a population of 155 people across approximately 47 square kilometres, making it a very sparsely populated rural locality.

Is Baffle Creek a good place to live? +

Baffle Creek suits those who value a remote, peaceful rural lifestyle away from urban density. It offers wide open spaces and a strong connection to the land, but residents need to be self-sufficient and comfortable with limited local services and long drives to amenities.

What is the postcode for Baffle Creek? +

The postcode for Baffle Creek, Queensland is 4674.