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Burrar Islet

QLD 4875 • Queensland

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Population (2021)
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Median Personal Income
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About Burrar Islet

Burrar Islet is a tiny uninhabited island locality in Queensland, situated in the Torres Strait off the far north of Cape York Peninsula. The islet falls within the postcode 4875 area of far northern Queensland and is one of the many small islands and coral cays scattered across the Torres Strait region. With no recorded permanent population, it is a locality defined by its geographic position rather than human settlement.

The Torres Strait region surrounding Burrar Islet is renowned for its extraordinary marine biodiversity, coral reefs, and cultural significance to the Torres Strait Islander peoples. The nearby communities on larger islands such as Bamaga and Thursday Island serve as the regional hubs for services, culture, and commerce. The remote islet environment supports diverse seabirds and marine life in the warm tropical waters of the strait.

Burrar Islet falls under postcode 4875 and is governed by the Torres Strait Island Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Leichhardt, while state elections fall under the Cook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4875
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Torres Strait Island
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Cook
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-9.58°, 143.77°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.14 km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4875

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4875, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$47,835
Median 2023–24
$54,895
▲ 14.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$66,357

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4875; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited or none — Nearest regional town Varies

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
2213 km
By Train
No rail service available
By Car (Peak)
2+ hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5+ hours

🛣️ Located 2213 km from Brisbane CBD

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

This is a rural or semi-rural locality where virtually all errands require a private vehicle

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
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Census 2021
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▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
139.8 / 100k
2yr Down 66.7% 10yr Down 81.5%
Motor vehicle theft
23.3 / 100k
2yr Down 66.7% 10yr Down 44.4%
Non-FV assault
2,632.2 / 100k
2yr Up 12.8% 10yr Up 42.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
46.6 / 100k
2yr Up 99.6% 10yr Down 25.8%
View all offence categories for Torres Strait Island →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Burrar Islet? +

Burrar Islet is located in the Torres Strait, off the northern tip of Cape York Peninsula in far north Queensland.

Is Burrar Islet inhabited? +

No, Burrar Islet has no recorded permanent population. It is a geographic locality rather than a residential community.

What is the closest major town to Burrar Islet? +

Thursday Island is the main administrative and commercial centre of the Torres Strait region, serving as the hub for surrounding island communities.

Is Burrar Islet a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Burrar Islet is part of the Torres Strait Island 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.