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Carters Ridge

QLD 4563 • Queensland

497
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
14.82 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHinterlandQuietSemi-Rural
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About Carters Ridge

Carters Ridge is a rural locality in Queensland's Gympie Region, situated approximately 18 kilometres west of Cooroy and 142 kilometres north of Brisbane. The locality spans around 14.8 square kilometres, with the Mary River forming its western boundary, and recorded a population of 497 in the 2021 Census. The area is characterised by a mix of rural residential and agricultural land use, with a median household income reflecting its modest rural community.

Residents of Carters Ridge enjoy a peaceful hinterland lifestyle within easy reach of the Sunshine Coast hinterland towns of Cooroy and Pomona, which offer essential services, markets, and cafes. The locality falls within the state electorate of Noosa, and its rural character appeals to those seeking acreage living with some proximity to Sunshine Coast amenities. Public transport is limited, and a private vehicle is essential for accessing schools, shops, and services in nearby centres.

Carters Ridge falls under postcode 4563 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 Noosa electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4563
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Gympie
Federal Electorate
Longman
State Electorate
Noosa
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-26.43°, 152.91°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
14.82 km²
Population Density
34 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4563

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4563, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,444
Median 2023–24
$49,265
▲ 24.9% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$70,457

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4563; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Cooroy Railway Station
18 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • Translink Route 633 — Cooroy (connections to Noosa and Gympie) 30-40 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
142 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Cooroy then ~90 min train to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 45 min - 2 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min - 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway (A1) is the main route south to Brisbane. Car is essential.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no footpaths or local shops; all errands require driving to Cooroy or nearby towns.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
497
▲ 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 Carters Ridge. 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 Carters Ridge known for? +

Carters Ridge is a quiet rural locality in Queensland's Gympie Region known for its peaceful acreage lifestyle, rural residential properties, and proximity to the Sunshine Coast hinterland towns of Cooroy and Pomona.

How far is Carters Ridge from Brisbane? +

Carters Ridge is approximately 142 kilometres north of Brisbane, making it about a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Bruce Highway.

Does Carters Ridge have public transport? +

Public transport is very limited in Carters Ridge. There are no train services directly to the locality; residents generally drive to Cooroy for rail connections. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Carters Ridge? +

According to the 2021 Census, Carters Ridge has a population of 497 residents, spread across a rural locality of approximately 14.8 square kilometres.

Is Carters Ridge a good place to live? +

Carters Ridge suits those seeking a quiet rural acreage lifestyle within the Gympie Region, within reasonable reach of the Sunshine Coast hinterland. It is best suited to self-sufficient households comfortable with car-dependent living and limited local amenities.

What is the postcode for Carters Ridge? +

The postcode for Carters Ridge, Queensland is 4563.

Is Carters Ridge a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Carters Ridge 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.