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Canoona

QLD 4702 • Queensland

90
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
613.99 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Canoona

Canoona is a vast and sparsely populated rural locality situated in Central Queensland, approximately 35 kilometres north-northwest of Rockhampton within the Rockhampton Regional Council area. Covering an expansive 614 square kilometres, the locality is home to just 90 residents, making it one of the more remote communities in the region. The landscape is typical of Central Queensland's dry tropics — open grazing land, eucalyptus woodland, and broad horizons that stretch to the horizon. Canoona falls within the federal electorate of Flynn and the state electorate of Rockhampton.

Life in Canoona centres on cattle grazing and the self-sufficient rhythms of outback Queensland rural life. The community is small but resilient, with residents typically travelling to Rockhampton for groceries, schools, medical services, and other amenities. The area offers an authentic taste of the Queensland outback, with wide open spaces, starry night skies, and a strong sense of connection to the land. It suits those who value space, privacy, and the solitude of a remote rural setting.

Canoona falls under postcode 4702 and is governed by the Livingstone Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4702
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Livingstone
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.28°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
613.99 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4702

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4702, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,286
Median 2023–24
$61,737
▲ 25.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,932

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4702; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
35 km
By Train
N/A (no local station)
By Car (Peak)
35-45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-35 min

🛣️ Rockhampton is the nearest major centre, accessible by car via the Capricorn Highway

Walkability Car-Dependent

Fully car-dependent; no local services or footpaths

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
90
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
479.3 / 100k
2yr Down 48.2% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
152.9 / 100k
2yr Down 53.2% 10yr Up 20.2%
Non-FV assault
942.5 / 100k
2yr Up 23.4% 10yr Up 197.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.7 / 100k
2yr Up 91.2% 10yr Up 406.0%
Steal from vehicle
241.9 / 100k
2yr Down 20.2% 10yr Down 32.8%
View all offence categories for Livingstone →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Canoona located? +

Canoona is a rural locality in Central Queensland, approximately 35 kilometres north-northwest of Rockhampton within the Rockhampton Regional Council area.

What is the population of Canoona? +

According to the 2021 Census, Canoona has a population of approximately 90 residents.

What is Canoona known for? +

Canoona is known for extensive cattle grazing properties across its vast 614 square kilometre area, typical of Central Queensland's outback pastoral landscape.

How far is Canoona from Rockhampton? +

Canoona is approximately 35 kilometres from Rockhampton CBD, roughly a 35 to 45 minute drive.

Is Canoona a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Canoona is part of the Livingstone 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.