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Breadalbane

QLD 4800 • Queensland

23
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
15.92 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordableCoastal
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About Breadalbane

Breadalbane is a small rural locality in the Whitsunday region of Queensland, located approximately 25 km south-west of Proserpine and forming part of the rich agricultural and grazing hinterland behind the Whitsunday coast. With only 23 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, Breadalbane is one of the Whitsunday region's quieter localities, covering nearly 16 km² of inland sugarcane and grazing country. Its name, like many in the region, echoes the Scottish heritage of 19th-century pastoral settlers.

The locality is surrounded by productive farmland, and residents rely on Proserpine for all essential services including schools, supermarkets, and health care. The broader Whitsunday hinterland offers beautiful scenic drives, access to Eungella National Park (home of the platypus), and is within easy reach of Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands — one of Australia's premier tourism destinations. Breadalbane suits those seeking an affordable and peaceful rural lifestyle within reach of the Whitsunday coast.

Breadalbane falls under postcode 4800 and is governed by the Whitsunday Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Dawson, while state elections fall under the Whitsunday electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4800
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Whitsunday
Federal Electorate
Dawson
State Electorate
Whitsunday
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.47°, 148.52°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
15.92 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4800

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4800, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,213
Median 2023–24
$57,271
▲ 23.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,427

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4800; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Proserpine Station
25 km
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Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
1050 km
By Train
Queensland Rail Tilt Train from Proserpine (~10 hrs to Brisbane)
By Car (Peak)
Approx 10 hrs via Bruce Hwy
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx 10 hrs via Bruce Hwy

🛣️ Proserpine (25 km) is the nearest town with services and a Queensland Rail station. Airlie Beach (40 km) and the Whitsunday region are the local tourism and commercial hub.

Walkability Car Dependent

Rural locality — a car is essential for all daily needs and access to services in Proserpine.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
23
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
564.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 14.5%
Motor vehicle theft
263.1 / 100k
2yr Up 17.4% 10yr Up 85.5%
Non-FV assault
1,583.7 / 100k
2yr Up 27.6% 10yr Up 218.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
23.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 65.2%
Steal from vehicle
287.1 / 100k
2yr Down 10.9% 10yr Down 33.5%
View all offence categories for Whitsunday →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Breadalbane QLD? +

Breadalbane is a rural locality in Queensland's Whitsunday region, approximately 25 km south-west of Proserpine and about 40 km from Airlie Beach.

What services are near Breadalbane QLD? +

Proserpine (25 km) is the nearest town and provides schools, a hospital, supermarkets, and Queensland Rail services. Airlie Beach (40 km) is the main tourism and commercial hub.

Is Breadalbane close to the Whitsunday Islands? +

Breadalbane is inland, but the Whitsunday Islands are accessible from Airlie Beach, approximately 40 km away — making it a feasible base for those wanting rural peace near a world-class tourism destination.

Is Breadalbane a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Breadalbane is part of the Whitsunday 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 Breadalbane? +

Breadalbane had a population of 23 at the 2021 Census.