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Castle Creek

QLD 4715 • Queensland

57
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
464.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-Dependent
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About Castle Creek

Castle Creek is a small rural locality in the Banana Shire in central Queensland, situated approximately 580 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. With a 2021 Census population of around 55 to 60 residents, it is a sparsely settled farming community covering a significant area of land. The locality covers approximately 464 square kilometres of grazing land in the Callide Valley area of central Queensland.

The nearest town of Biloela, approximately 40 kilometres away, provides essential services including shopping, schools, and healthcare for residents. The Callide Valley is known for beef cattle, coal mining, and the Callide Dam, providing water storage and recreation. There is no public transport serving Castle Creek; a private vehicle is essential for all daily activities.

Castle Creek falls under postcode 4715 and is governed by the Banana Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4715
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Banana
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.39°, 150.46°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
464.17 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4715

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4715, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$52,579
Median 2023–24
$63,412
▲ 20.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$78,691

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4715; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
580 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
7 hr - 8 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
6 hr - 7 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; Biloela is nearest service centre

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local shops or services; car required for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
57
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
460.8 / 100k
2yr Down 46.3% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
210.7 / 100k
2yr Down 21.4% 10yr Up 241.0%
Non-FV assault
1,000.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 255.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
197.5 / 100k
2yr Down 57.3% 10yr Up 43.9%
View all offence categories for Banana →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Castle Creek known for? +

Castle Creek is a quiet rural locality in the Banana Shire in central Queensland, known for its farming character and peaceful landscape. The locality covers approximately 464 square kilometres of grazing land in the Callide Valley area of central Queensland.

How far is Castle Creek from Brisbane CBD? +

Castle Creek is approximately 580 kilometres from Brisbane CBD, roughly a 7 to 8 hour drive.

Does Castle Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Castle Creek. A private vehicle is essential; Biloela is the nearest town, approximately 40 kilometres away.

What is the population of Castle Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Castle Creek has a small rural population, typical of the sparsely settled the Banana Shire in central Queensland.

Is Castle Creek a good place to live? +

Castle Creek suits those involved in farming or seeking a quiet rural lifestyle in the Banana Shire in central Queensland, with Biloela providing access to everyday services.

What is the postcode for Castle Creek? +

The postcode for Castle Creek is 4715, covering this rural locality in the Banana Shire in central Queensland.

Is Castle Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Castle Creek is part of the Banana 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.