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Bluff

QLD 4702 • Queensland

324
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
681.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMining TownAffordableYoung Families
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About Bluff

Bluff is a small rural locality in Banana Shire, Central Queensland, located approximately 15 kilometres north-west of Biloela and around 130 kilometres south-west of Rockhampton. With a population of around 324 residents, the town sits within the Callide Valley and has historically been shaped by coal mining and agriculture. The locality is positioned close to the Callide Coal Mine and the Callide Power Stations, which are among the dominant employers in the broader region.

Life in Bluff is characterised by a close-knit rural community where grazing, cropping, and resource industry employment underpin the local economy. Residents access shops, healthcare, and services in Biloela, which is the main service hub of Banana Shire. The surrounding Callide Valley landscape offers wide-open plains and a relaxed country pace, attracting workers and families connected to the region's energy and agricultural sectors. Bluff State School provides primary education locally, with secondary students typically travelling to Biloela.

Bluff 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
-23.28°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
681.29 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

  • Limited regional services — Biloela / Rockhampton Varies

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
130 km
By Car (Peak)
~90 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~90 min

🛣️ Car-dependent. Biloela (15 km) is the nearest service centre. Rockhampton is accessible via the Burnett Highway.

Walkability Car Dependent

Rural locality with no walkable services. All daily needs require a car to Biloela.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
324
▲ 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 Bluff. 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 Bluff QLD known for? +

Bluff is a small rural town in the Callide Valley, closely associated with the nearby Callide Coal Mine and Callide Power Stations, which are major employers in the Banana Shire region of Central Queensland.

What schools are in Bluff QLD? +

Bluff State School provides primary education for local children. Secondary students typically travel to Biloela for schooling.

How far is Bluff from Rockhampton? +

Bluff is approximately 130 kilometres south-west of Rockhampton, accessible via the Burnett Highway, with a drive time of around 90 minutes.

What is the nearest major town to Bluff QLD? +

Biloela, approximately 15 kilometres to the south-east, is the nearest service centre and main administrative hub of Banana Shire.

Is Bluff a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bluff 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.

What is the population of Bluff? +

Bluff had a population of 324 at the 2021 Census.