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Bancroft

QLD 4630 • Queensland

98
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
215.58 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalHistoricRemoteAffordable
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About Bancroft

Bancroft is a rural locality in the North Burnett Region of Queensland, located approximately 80 kilometres south-west of Bundaberg and 400 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. Named in 1929 after Dr Thomas Lane Bancroft, a doctor and scientist who lived in the district from 1910 to 1930, the locality covers 216 square kilometres. With a population of 98 at the 2021 Census, it is a small and sparsely settled agricultural community with a postcode area median taxable income of $40,576.

The landscape around Bancroft consists of undulating grazing country and bushland typical of the inland Burnett region. The locality has historical ties to the Gladstone to Monto railway, with a provisional school having operated here during the rail construction era in the 1920s. Bancroft has no shops, schools, or services today; residents travel to nearby towns such as Monto or Gin Gin for daily needs. The quiet, open character of the area appeals to those in primary production who value affordable land and a peaceful rural lifestyle.

Bancroft falls under postcode 4630 and is governed by the North Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4630
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
North Burnett
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.86°, 150.98°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
215.58 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4630

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4630, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$34,390
Median 2023–24
$40,576
▲ 18.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$47,829

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4630; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No local bus services — Monto / Gin Gin / Bundaberg 1-1.5 hours by car to Bundaberg

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
400 km
By Train
No direct train service. Nearest rail access at Bundaberg (Queensland Rail Spirit of Queensland)
By Car (Peak)
5-5.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
4.5-5 hours

🛣️ Access via Burnett Highway and local roads; Bundaberg is the nearest regional centre with rail and air links

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Bancroft is a dispersed rural locality with no shops, footpaths, or services — a car is essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
98
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
508.8 / 100k
2yr Down 32.5% 10yr Up 50.5%
Motor vehicle theft
216.7 / 100k
2yr Up 24.6% 10yr Up 188.4%
Non-FV assault
942.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.8% 10yr Up 144.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
9.4 / 100k
2yr Down 51.2% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
207.3 / 100k
2yr Down 23.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for North Burnett →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bancroft known for? +

Bancroft is a quiet rural locality named after Dr Thomas Lane Bancroft, a notable doctor and scientist who lived in the area from 1910 to 1930. The district has historical links to the Gladstone to Monto railway and is primarily used for grazing and agriculture.

How far is Bancroft from Bundaberg? +

Bancroft is approximately 80 kilometres south-west of Bundaberg. The drive takes around 1 to 1.5 hours via the Isis Highway and local roads.

Does Bancroft have public transport? +

Bancroft has no public transport services. A car is essential for all travel, with the nearest towns for shopping and services being Monto and Gin Gin.

What is the population of Bancroft? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bancroft has a population of 98 people across approximately 216 square kilometres, reflecting its very low-density rural character.

Is Bancroft a good place to live? +

Bancroft suits those seeking affordable rural land and a quiet lifestyle in the Queensland countryside. It has no local services, so residents rely on nearby towns like Monto or Gin Gin for shopping, schooling, and healthcare.

What is the postcode for Bancroft? +

The postcode for Bancroft, QLD is 4630, shared with other localities in the Monto and North Burnett area.

Is Bancroft a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bancroft is part of the North Burnett 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.