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Benholme

QLD 4754 • Queensland

81
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
28.51 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralTropicalSugar CaneAffordablePioneer Valley
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About Benholme

Benholme is a small rural locality in the Mackay Region of Central Queensland, located approximately 30 kilometres northwest of Mackay. With a population of 81 at the 2021 census across 28.5 square kilometres, it sits in the tropical sugar cane belt of the Pioneer Valley, surrounded by cane fields and tropical hinterland. The area features rich alluvial soils supporting intensive sugar cane cultivation.

Life in Benholme centres on sugar cane farming in the fertile Pioneer Valley, with the crushing season a major part of the local rhythm. Residents rely on Mackay for all shopping, schools, and services. The area offers affordable rural properties in a lush tropical setting, with proximity to the Eungella National Park's spectacular rainforest and platypus-viewing opportunities just up the valley.

Benholme falls under postcode 4754 and is governed by the Mackay Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Dawson, while state elections fall under the Mirani electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4754
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mackay
Federal Electorate
Dawson
State Electorate
Mirani
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-21.19°, 148.83°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
28.51 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4754

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4754, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,951
Median 2023–24
$69,846
▲ 37.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$83,347

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4754; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Mackay Station
30 km
N/A

Commute to Mackay

Distance
30 km
By Train
N/A — drive to Mackay for rail
By Bus
N/A — no bus service
By Car (Peak)
25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Mackay is the nearest city. Eungella National Park is about 30 min further west.

Walkability Car Essential

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
81
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
694.6 / 100k
2yr Down 16.1% 10yr Down 34.3%
Motor vehicle theft
316.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 42.1%
Non-FV assault
1,256 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 128.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.2 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Up 110.6%
Steal from vehicle
716.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Mackay →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Benholme known for? +

Benholme is known for sugarcane farming in the fertile Pioneer Valley of the Mackay Region. The locality sits within one of Queensland's most productive cane-growing areas, with the crushing season between June and December bringing life to the region.

How far is Benholme from Mackay? +

Benholme is approximately 30 kilometres north-west of Mackay CBD via the Peak Downs Highway, about a 30 minute drive.

Does Benholme have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport serving Benholme. Residents rely on private vehicles, with Mackay providing the full range of urban services.

What is the population of Benholme? +

The 2021 Census recorded 81 residents in Benholme, a small agricultural community in the Pioneer Valley hinterland of the Mackay Region.

Is Benholme a good place to live? +

Benholme suits those who value a quiet rural tropical lifestyle centred on agriculture. Residents enjoy the beauty of the Pioneer Valley and easy access to Mackay's full range of services, schools, and beaches.

What is the postcode for Benholme? +

The postcode for Benholme is 4754, covering the Pioneer Valley area of the Mackay Region in Central Queensland.

Is Benholme a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Benholme is part of the Mackay 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.