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Calico Creek

QLD 4570 • Queensland

185
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16.84 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralSemi-RuralPeacefulCoastal Proximity
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About Calico Creek

Calico Creek is a small rural locality in the Gympie Region of South-East Queensland, situated approximately 15 kilometres south of Gympie and around 135 kilometres north of Brisbane. The locality covers approximately 16.8 square kilometres and had a population of 185 as of the 2021 Census. Located within the Gympie Regional Council area, Calico Creek is part of a broader patchwork of rural acreage and semi-rural lifestyles characteristic of the Sunshine Coast hinterland.

Residents of Calico Creek enjoy a semi-rural lifestyle with easy access to the services of Gympie to the north and the Sunshine Coast — including Noosa, approximately 40 minutes away — to the south. The area is popular for acreage properties and small hobby farms, offering a quiet escape from coastal tourism towns while remaining connected to Gympie's shops, schools, and medical facilities via the Bruce Highway corridor. Calico Creek suits those seeking a relaxed, land-based lifestyle within reach of South-East Queensland's coast.

Calico Creek 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
16.84 km²
Population Density
11 /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
18 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Gympie 20-30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
135 km
By Train
Drive to Gympie North station (~18 km), then Sunshine Coast Line to Brisbane (~2 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
1.5-2 hours (via Bruce Highway)
By Car (Off-Peak)
1.5 hours

🛣️ Bruce Highway is the main route south; Sunshine Coast Airport (~50 km) serves Noosa/Maroochydore area

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops; a car is required for all daily errands and services in Gympie

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
185
▲ 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 Calico Creek. 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 Calico Creek known for? +

Calico Creek is known for its quiet rural character and acreage lifestyle in the Gympie Region, offering a peaceful semi-rural setting within easy reach of both Gympie and the Sunshine Coast.

How far is Calico Creek from Gympie? +

Calico Creek is approximately 15 kilometres south of Gympie, a short 20 to 30 minute drive via local roads and the Bruce Highway.

Does Calico Creek have public transport? +

Public transport in Calico Creek is very limited. The nearest Queensland Rail station is Gympie North, about 18 kilometres away, with services south to Brisbane. A car is essential for most trips.

What is the population of Calico Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Calico Creek has a population of 185 residents across approximately 16.8 square kilometres within the Gympie Regional Council area.

Is Calico Creek a good place to live? +

Calico Creek is well-suited to those seeking an acreage lifestyle close to South-East Queensland's coast. It offers rural tranquillity with reasonable access to Gympie's services and Noosa's beaches.

What is the postcode for Calico Creek? +

The postcode for Calico Creek, QLD is 4570.

Is Calico Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Calico Creek 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.