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Bald Knob

QLD 4552 • Queensland

280
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
20.48 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandLeafyQuietBushland
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About Bald Knob

Bald Knob is a rural locality set on the Blackall Range in Queensland's Sunshine Coast hinterland, approximately 78 kilometres north of Brisbane within the Sunshine Coast Regional Council area. With a 2021 Census population of 280, it is a small and scenic community of lifestyle properties and acreage holdings, perched amid lush subtropical rainforest and farmland with panoramic views across to the iconic Glass House Mountains. The median household income reflects its predominantly rural and lifestyle residential character, with many residents commuting to the Sunshine Coast or Brisbane for employment.

Bald Knob offers a nature-immersed lifestyle defined by the forested ranges, walking tracks, and open rural landscapes of the Blackall Range, making it popular with those seeking a quiet hinterland retreat within reasonable reach of the Sunshine Coast. The nearby townships of Maleny and Landsborough provide the closest access to supermarkets, cafes, schools, and medical services. Landsborough railway station on the Sunshine Coast Line is accessible within a short drive, offering a rail link to Brisbane for commuters, while the rural atmosphere, clean air, and views of the Glass House Mountains give Bald Knob its distinctive hinterland appeal.

Bald Knob falls under postcode 4552 and is governed by the Sunshine Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Longman, while state elections fall under the Glass House electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4552
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Sunshine Coast
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Glass House
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.73°, 152.77°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
20.48 km²
Population Density
14 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4552

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4552, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$33,641
Median 2023–24
$43,124
▲ 28.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$69,346

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4552; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Landsborough Station
8 km
N/A — car required

Bus Services

  • Sunshine Coast Bus (limited) — Landsborough / Caloundra Approx. 20-30 min to Landsborough

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
78 km
By Train
Drive to Landsborough Station (~8km), then Sunshine Coast Line to Brisbane Roma Street (~1 hr 40 min)
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 45 min via Steve Irwin Way / Bruce Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 1 hr – 1 hr 20 min

🛣️ A car is essential for reaching Landsborough station and local services; no direct bus to Brisbane from Bald Knob

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Bald Knob is a dispersed rural locality where all errands and daily needs require a car; nearest services are in Maleny or Landsborough

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
280
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
329.4 / 100k
2yr Down 17.9% 10yr Down 30.4%
Motor vehicle theft
167.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 28.8%
Non-FV assault
473.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 152.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.8 / 100k
2yr Down 20.0% 10yr Up 12.7%
Steal from vehicle
314.6 / 100k
2yr Down 18.3% 10yr Down 26.9%
View all offence categories for Sunshine Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bald Knob known for? +

Bald Knob is known for its stunning views of the Glass House Mountains, lush Blackall Range rainforest, and its peaceful hinterland lifestyle in the Sunshine Coast region. The locality attracts those seeking acreage properties and a nature-connected lifestyle close to the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane.

How far is Bald Knob from Brisbane? +

Bald Knob is approximately 78 kilometres north of Brisbane, roughly a 1 hour to 1 hour 45 minute drive depending on traffic via Steve Irwin Way and the Bruce Highway. Landsborough station, around 8 kilometres from the locality, provides a rail connection to Brisbane.

Does Bald Knob have public transport? +

Bald Knob has very limited public transport. The nearest train station, Landsborough (approx. 8km), is on the Sunshine Coast Line with services to Brisbane. A private car is essential for reaching the station, local services in Maleny and Landsborough, and daily errands.

What is the population of Bald Knob? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bald Knob had a population of 280 people. It is a small rural locality in the Sunshine Coast Region within the Sunshine Coast Regional Council area, known for its acreage and lifestyle properties.

Is Bald Knob a good place to live? +

Bald Knob is ideal for those seeking a quiet, nature-immersed lifestyle on the Sunshine Coast hinterland with views of the Glass House Mountains. It suits families and individuals who value acreage living and rural scenery while remaining within a manageable drive of the Sunshine Coast's beaches, shopping, and Brisbane. The limited public transport and distance from services mean a car is essential.

What is the postcode for Bald Knob? +

The postcode for Bald Knob, Queensland is 4552, shared with other localities in the Sunshine Coast hinterland including Maleny.

Is Bald Knob a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bald Knob is part of the Sunshine Coast 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.