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Braemeadows

QLD 4850 • Queensland

269
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
64.19 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralTropicalAgriculturalRemote
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About Braemeadows

Braemeadows is a rural locality in the Shire of Hinchinbrook in Queensland's tropical north, situated approximately 12.7 kilometres east of Ingham and around 124 kilometres north-west of Townsville. The 2021 Census recorded 269 residents across 64 square kilometres, reflecting the low-density agricultural character of the region. The locality sits within the broader Herbert River district, one of Queensland's major sugarcane-growing areas, flanked by tropical wetlands and the coast of Halifax Bay to the east.

The surrounding landscape is dominated by sugarcane farms and tropical coastal wetlands, with the coral-fringed waters of Halifax Bay nearby. Ingham is the main service centre for residents, offering schools, supermarkets, and the award-winning Tyto Wetlands, while Townsville provides a full range of urban services approximately 90 minutes by road. Braemeadows offers a quiet tropical rural lifestyle for those connected to the cane industry or seeking affordable space in Far North Queensland's scenic hinterland.

Braemeadows falls under postcode 4850 and is governed by the Hinchinbrook Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4850
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hinchinbrook
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-18.55°, 146.50°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
64.19 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4850

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4850, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,617
Median 2023–24
$53,867
▲ 23.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,538

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4850; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled public bus services — Ingham (13 km west) is the nearest service town N/A

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
124 km
By Train
No direct passenger train service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 15 min–1 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min–1 hr 20 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway provides the main road link to Townsville; Ingham (13 km) is the nearest service town with a small hospital and schools

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential; all services are accessed in Ingham (13 km) or Townsville (124 km)

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
269
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
553.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 29.5%
Motor vehicle theft
267.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 46.8%
Non-FV assault
2,052.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 378.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
214.1 / 100k
2yr Up 25.3% 10yr Down 38.2%
View all offence categories for Hinchinbrook →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Braemeadows known for? +

Braemeadows is a quiet rural locality in Queensland's Hinchinbrook Shire, known for its tropical sugarcane farming and coastal wetland surroundings near Halifax Bay. It sits within the Herbert River district, one of Queensland's most significant cane-growing regions.

How far is Braemeadows from Townsville? +

Braemeadows is approximately 124 kilometres north-west of Townsville CBD, a drive of around 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes via the Bruce Highway. The nearest service town, Ingham, is just 12.7 kilometres to the west.

Does Braemeadows have public transport? +

Braemeadows has no scheduled public transport services. Residents rely on private vehicles, with Ingham (approximately 13 km west) providing the nearest local services.

What is the population of Braemeadows? +

According to the 2021 Census, Braemeadows had a population of 269 residents across a 64 square kilometre area, making it a very sparsely settled tropical rural locality.

Is Braemeadows a good place to live? +

Braemeadows suits those connected to the sugarcane industry or seeking affordable rural living in tropical North Queensland. The nearby Tyto Wetlands in Ingham and the coast at Halifax Bay offer natural attractions, though a car is essential and services are limited.

What is the postcode for Braemeadows? +

The postcode for Braemeadows, QLD is 4850, shared with Ingham and surrounding Hinchinbrook localities.

Is Braemeadows a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Braemeadows is part of the Hinchinbrook 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.