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Canina

QLD 4570 • Queensland

367
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
16.09 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietAffordableSemi-Rural
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About Canina

Canina is a rural locality in the Gympie Region of south-east Queensland, situated approximately 11.5 kilometres north-east of Gympie and 184 kilometres north of Brisbane. Covering 16 square kilometres, the locality had a population of 367 at the 2021 Census, with a median household income reflecting its semi-rural agricultural character. Canina sits at the junction of Tin Can Bay Road and Kin Kin Road, giving it a role as a minor road node in the region.

The locality is characterised by rural residential properties, small farms, and a relaxed country lifestyle typical of the Gympie hinterland. The regional centre of Gympie — with its full range of shops, schools, health services, and a railway station — is a short drive away, making Canina practical for those seeking affordable rural living with urban conveniences close at hand. The Bruce Highway is accessible via Gympie for those travelling to Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast.

Canina 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
16.09 km²
Population Density
23 /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

Bus Services

  • Limited rural services — Gympie 15-20 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
184 km
By Train
No direct train; Gympie North Station (~12km away) has Queensland Rail services to Brisbane Roma Street in approx. 2hr 30min
By Car (Peak)
2hr - 2hr 30min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1hr 50min - 2hr 10min

🛣️ Access via Tin Can Bay Road to Gympie, then Bruce Highway south to Brisbane

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Entirely car-dependent; no footpaths or local shops within the locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
367
▲ 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 Canina. 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 Canina known for? +

Canina is a quiet rural locality known for its agricultural land and hinterland setting in the Gympie Region, sitting at the junction of Tin Can Bay Road and Kin Kin Road north-east of Gympie.

How far is Canina from Brisbane? +

Canina is approximately 184 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD, a drive of around 2 hours via Gympie and the Bruce Highway.

Does Canina have public transport? +

Canina has no public transport services. The nearest Queensland Rail station is Gympie North, approximately 12 kilometres south-west, with rail services to Brisbane Roma Street taking around 2 hours 30 minutes.

What is the population of Canina? +

According to the 2021 Census, Canina had a population of 367 residents across its 16 square kilometre area, typical of the low-density rural localities in the Gympie hinterland.

Is Canina a good place to live? +

Canina suits those looking for affordable rural-residential living in the Gympie hinterland, with the regional centre of Gympie a short drive away for shops, schools, and essential services.

What is the postcode for Canina? +

The postcode for Canina, QLD is 4570.

Is Canina a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Canina 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.