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Burleigh

QLD 4822 • Queensland

52
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3613.54 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoric
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About Burleigh

Burleigh is a small rural locality in the Charters Towers Region of Queensland, situated in the semi-arid savannah country of North Queensland, approximately 135 kilometres south-west of Townsville. The area is characterised by wide open grazing land, dry eucalyptus woodland, and the vast landscapes typical of the outback fringe. It falls within the Charters Towers Regional Council local government area and shares the 4822 postcode zone. The locality has a very small permanent population and is centred around pastoral grazing activities.

Life in Burleigh revolves around the cattle and pastoral industries that have shaped this part of North Queensland for generations. The nearby historic city of Charters Towers — once one of Queensland's wealthiest gold-mining cities — provides essential services including schools, healthcare, shops, and community facilities. The Burleigh area experiences a tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons, and the surrounding landscape offers a rugged, authentic outback Queensland experience for those who call it home.

Burleigh falls under postcode 4822 and is governed by the Richmond 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
4822
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Richmond
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-20.27°, 143.05°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3613.54 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4822

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4822 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$58,322
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,284

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4822; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
135 km
By Train
No local train service; Charters Towers has limited rail connectivity
By Car (Peak)
1.5-2 hours via Flinders Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hours via Flinders Highway

🛣️ Car essential. Charters Towers (~20-30 km) is the nearest town with full services.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Remote rural locality with no footpaths or public transport; vehicle required for all trips

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    Richmond State School
    88 Crawford Street
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
52
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
503.1 / 100k
2yr Up 96.5% 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
125.8 / 100k
2yr Down 50.9% 10yr Down 49.3%
Non-FV assault
1,760.9 / 100k
2yr Up 129.2% 10yr Up 373.1%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
251.6 / 100k
2yr Up 96.5% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Richmond →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Burleigh QLD 4822 located? +

Burleigh is a rural locality in the Charters Towers Region of North Queensland, approximately 135 km south-west of Townsville via the Flinders Highway.

What is Burleigh QLD known for? +

Burleigh is a pastoral grazing locality in outback North Queensland. The nearby city of Charters Towers is historically significant as a major gold-mining centre in the late 19th century.

What services are available near Burleigh QLD? +

Residents of Burleigh access services in Charters Towers, which has schools, a hospital, supermarkets, and other facilities approximately 20-30 km away.

Is Burleigh a safe area? +

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

Burleigh had a population of 52 at the 2021 Census.