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Bulgun

QLD 4854 • Queensland

285
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.98 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralTropicalAgriculturalQuiet
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About Bulgun

Bulgun is a small tropical rural locality in the Cassowary Coast Region of Far North Queensland, situated approximately 5 kilometres north of the town of Tully and around 140 kilometres south of Cairns. With a 2021 Census population of 285 residents across a compact area of roughly 7 square kilometres, it is a close-knit farming community set amid the lush sugar cane and banana growing country of the Tully River valley. The area sits within the electorate of Hinchinbrook and falls under the jurisdiction of the Cassowary Coast Regional Council.

The surrounding landscape is defined by tropical agriculture — sugar cane fields, banana plantations, and rainforest-clad ranges that give this part of North Queensland its exceptional fertility and rainfall. Tully, just a short drive to the south, is renowned as one of Australia's wettest towns and provides residents with supermarkets, schools, a hospital, and community services. The Bruce Highway offers straightforward access north to Cairns and south to Townsville, making Bulgun a peaceful rural retreat within reach of regional amenities and the natural wonders of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.

Bulgun falls under postcode 4854 and is governed by the Cassowary Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Hinchinbrook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4854
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cassowary Coast
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hinchinbrook
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-18.02°, 145.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.98 km²
Population Density
41 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4854

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4854, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,100
Median 2023–24
$48,918
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,266

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4854; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound / Premier Motor Service — Cairns / Townsville (via Bruce Highway) 2–2.5 hrs to Cairns

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
140 km
By Train
No direct train service; Spirit of Queensland operates Cairns–Brisbane but not local commuter service
By Car (Peak)
1.5–2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hrs

🛣️ Bruce Highway (A1) is the main route; Tully (5km south) serves everyday needs

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Bulgun has no retail or service amenities; all errands require driving to Tully or further afield

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
285
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
714 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
201.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 11.2%
Non-FV assault
1,528.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 160.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
22.7 / 100k
2yr Up 240.4% 10yr Up 33.1%
Steal from vehicle
214.2 / 100k
2yr Down 16.6% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Cassowary Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bulgun known for? +

Bulgun is known as a quiet tropical farming locality situated in the heart of the Tully valley sugar cane and banana growing region, one of the most fertile and wettest areas in Australia.

How far is Bulgun from Cairns? +

Bulgun is approximately 140 kilometres south of Cairns CBD, a drive of around 1.5 to 2 hours via the Bruce Highway.

Does Bulgun have public transport? +

There is no local bus service or rail connection in Bulgun. Long-distance coaches travelling the Bruce Highway between Cairns and Townsville pass through nearby Tully. A car is essential for daily life.

What is the population of Bulgun? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 285 residents in Bulgun, spread across approximately 101 dwellings, making it a very small rural community.

Is Bulgun a good place to live? +

Bulgun offers a serene tropical lifestyle surrounded by lush farming country and near the Wet Tropics rainforests, appealing to those who value rural space and natural beauty with the town of Tully providing everyday services nearby.

What is the postcode for Bulgun? +

Bulgun's postcode is 4854, shared with Tully and other localities in the Cassowary Coast Region of Queensland.

Is Bulgun a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bulgun is part of the Cassowary Coast 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.