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Calgoa

QLD 4570 • Queensland

14
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
57.23 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralPastoralRemoteAffordableGympie Region
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About Calgoa

Calgoa is a small rural locality in the Gympie Region of South East Queensland, within postcode 4570, located approximately 25 kilometres northwest of Gympie. With a population of just 14 at the 2021 census across 57.2 square kilometres, it is an extremely sparsely settled area of dry eucalypt bushland and cattle grazing country. The undulating terrain features shallow soils on ridges and more productive creek flats.

Calgoa is a quiet pastoral locality with properties engaged in cattle grazing on native pastures. There are no services within the locality — residents rely on Gympie for all shopping, schools, and amenities. The area offers very affordable rural land in the Gympie hinterland, appealing to cattle farmers and those seeking extreme rural privacy within reasonable distance of the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane.

Calgoa falls under postcode 4570 and is governed by the Gympie Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Longman, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4570
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gympie
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.15°, 152.62°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
57.23 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4570

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4570, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,494
Median 2023–24
$48,143
▲ 25.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,221

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4570; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Gympie North Station
25 km
N/A

Commute to Gympie

Distance
25 km
By Train
N/A — drive to Gympie for rail
By Bus
N/A — no bus service
By Car (Peak)
25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Gympie is the nearest town. Sunshine Coast is about 1.5 hours. Brisbane is 2.5 hours.

Walkability Car Essential

No footpaths, shops, or services. Completely car-dependent.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
14
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
565 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 51.2%
Motor vehicle theft
340.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 116.8%
Non-FV assault
646.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 47.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.5 / 100k
2yr Down 56.6% 10yr Up 328.2%
Steal from vehicle
406.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 74.9%
View all offence categories for Gympie →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Calgoa known for? +

Calgoa is a small rural locality in the Gympie Region of South East Queensland, within postcode 4570, located approximately 25 kilometres northwest of Gympie. With a population of just 14 at the 2021 census across 57.2 square kilometres, it is an extremely sparsely settled area of dry eucalypt bushland and cattle grazing country.

How far is Calgoa from Brisbane CBD? +

Calgoa is approximately 25 km from Gympie. By car, the journey takes around 20 min off-peak and 25 min during peak hours.

Does Calgoa have public transport? +

Calgoa is served by Gympie North Station (25 km away) on the North Coast Line (QR Citytrain / Spirit of Queensland). The commute to Brisbane CBD takes approximately 20 min by car.

What is the population of Calgoa? +

According to the 2021 Census, Calgoa has a population of approximately 14 residents, making it a small rural locality.

Is Calgoa a good place to live? +

Calgoa suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with open spaces and natural surroundings. It is ideal for people seeking acreage, farming, or a secluded country retreat, with urban amenities accessible from nearby towns.

What is the postcode for Calgoa? +

The postcode for Calgoa, QLD is 4570.

Is Calgoa a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Calgoa is part of the Gympie 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.