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Bullyard

QLD 4671 • Queensland

206
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
32.38 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteQuiet
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About Bullyard

Bullyard is a small rural town and locality in the Bundaberg Region of Queensland, located approximately 37 kilometres south-west of Bundaberg and around 370 kilometres north of Brisbane. The locality covers around 32.4 square kilometres and had a population of 206 at the 2021 Census, with a population density of roughly 6 people per square kilometre. The median household income is approximately $31,294, reflecting the agricultural and farming character of the area. Bullyard falls under the Bundaberg Regional Council and shares postcode 4671 with nearby localities in the Bundaberg hinterland.

Bullyard is quintessentially rural Queensland, surrounded by farming properties and grazing land typical of the Bundaberg hinterland. The town is accessible from the Bruce Highway, with the broader Bundaberg region known for its sugar cane, fruit and vegetable production. Residents travel to Bundaberg for shopping, healthcare, schools and services, as Bullyard itself offers few urban amenities. The locality has a relaxed, agricultural character with Bundaberg State School nearby and a genuine sense of remote rural community life that appeals to those seeking space and privacy away from city centres.

Bullyard falls under postcode 4671 and is governed by the Bundaberg Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4671
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bundaberg
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.08°, 151.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
32.38 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4671

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4671, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$31,294
Median 2023–24
$38,251
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,509

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4671; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Bundaberg 35-45 min by car

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
370 km
By Train
No direct train service; Bundaberg station approx. 37 km away
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 4.5-5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 4-4.5 hrs

🛣️ Car essential; Bruce Highway provides main access north and south

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dispersed rural locality with no footpaths or local shops; a car is required for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
206
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
490 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
238.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 120.4%
Non-FV assault
670.3 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Up 64.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.3 / 100k
2yr Down 21.2% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
364.3 / 100k
2yr Down 25.6% 10yr Up 14.8%
View all offence categories for Bundaberg →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bullyard known for? +

Bullyard is known for its rural, agricultural character in the Bundaberg Region. The surrounding area supports farming and grazing properties typical of Queensland's Burnett hinterland.

How far is Bullyard from Brisbane CBD? +

Bullyard is approximately 370 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD, making it around a 4–5 hour drive via the Bruce Highway.

Does Bullyard have public transport? +

Bullyard has no regular public transport service. There is no rail or bus service to the locality; residents rely on private vehicles. The nearest train station is in Bundaberg, approximately 37 kilometres away.

What is the population of Bullyard? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bullyard had a population of 206 residents across a 34-square-kilometre area, giving it one of the lower population densities in the Bundaberg Region.

Is Bullyard a good place to live? +

Bullyard suits people seeking a quiet rural lifestyle with plenty of space. It is best suited to those who are self-sufficient, comfortable with car-dependent living, and happy to travel to Bundaberg for services and amenities.

What is the postcode for Bullyard? +

The postcode for Bullyard is 4671, shared with Bundaberg and surrounding localities in the Bundaberg Region of Queensland.

Is Bullyard a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bullyard is part of the Bundaberg 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.