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Bungeworgorai

QLD 4455 • Queensland

68
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
245.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralOutbackRemoteAgricultural
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About Bungeworgorai

Bungeworgorai is a sparse rural locality in the Maranoa Region of outback Queensland, situated along the Warrego Highway and Western railway line between Roma and Miles. The locality covers approximately 245 square kilometres of open pastoral country and recorded a population of 68 at the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by vast, flat grazing land typical of Queensland's channel country fringe, with cattle and sheep farming underpinning the local economy.

There are no commercial services, schools, or public facilities within Bungeworgorai itself; Roma, approximately 30 kilometres to the west, is the nearest service centre and provides access to hospitals, schools, supermarkets, and regional transport connections. The Warrego Highway provides the main road link through the locality, while the Western railway line runs parallel along the southern boundary. Bungeworgorai appeals to those who value the wide-open solitude and working-landscape character of rural Queensland.

Bungeworgorai falls under postcode 4455 and is governed by the Maranoa Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Warrego electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4455
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Maranoa
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Warrego
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.73°, 148.69°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
245.17 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4455

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4455, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$51,107
Median 2023–24
$61,800
▲ 20.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,156

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4455; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound / regional coach — Roma / Brisbane Roma approx. 30 min; Brisbane approx. 7–8 hr

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
480 km
By Train
No direct passenger train service from locality
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 5 hr to Brisbane CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 4 hr 45 min to Brisbane CBD

🛣️ A car is essential. Roma (approx. 30 km west) is the nearest service town with fuel, shops, and hospital.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Bungeworgorai has no local services or pedestrian infrastructure — a vehicle is required for all daily needs.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
68
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
385.5 / 100k
2yr Down 68.5% 10yr Down 17.0%
Motor vehicle theft
118.6 / 100k
2yr Down 80.4% 10yr Up 27.8%
Non-FV assault
985.9 / 100k
2yr Down 17.8% 10yr Up 99.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
170.5 / 100k
2yr Down 70.3% 10yr Down 48.7%
View all offence categories for Maranoa →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bungeworgorai known for? +

Bungeworgorai is a remote pastoral locality in Queensland's Maranoa Region, known for its vast cattle and sheep grazing properties. The area is typical of outback Queensland — wide open landscapes, sparse population, and a working rural character shaped by agriculture.

How far is Bungeworgorai from Brisbane? +

Bungeworgorai is approximately 480 kilometres west of Brisbane, a drive of around 4 hour 45 minutes to 5 hours. The nearest service town is Roma, approximately 30 kilometres to the west, about a 25–30 minute drive.

Does Bungeworgorai have public transport? +

Bungeworgorai has no regular public transport. The Western railway line runs through the locality but carries freight only. Limited long-distance coach services (such as Greyhound) pass through the Warrego Highway corridor, but a private vehicle is the primary means of travel.

What is the population of Bungeworgorai? +

According to the 2021 Census, Bungeworgorai had a population of 68 people spread across approximately 245 square kilometres, making it one of the most sparsely populated localities in Queensland's Maranoa Region.

Is Bungeworgorai a good place to live? +

Bungeworgorai suits those working in agriculture or seeking a remote rural lifestyle far from city amenities. There are no local services, schools, or shops — Roma is the nearest town for all daily needs. It is best suited to those already connected to the pastoral industry.

What is the postcode for Bungeworgorai? +

The postcode for Bungeworgorai, QLD is 4455, shared with Roma and surrounding localities in the Maranoa Region.

Is Bungeworgorai a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Bungeworgorai is part of the Maranoa 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.