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Cedar Pocket

QLD 4570 • Queensland

332
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
30.57 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeacefulSemi-Rural
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About Cedar Pocket

Cedar Pocket is a small rural locality in the Gympie Region of Queensland, located approximately 144 kilometres north of Brisbane within the Gympie Regional Council area. Covering around 30.6 square kilometres, the locality has a population of approximately 332 residents living on rural and semi-rural properties typical of the Mary River hinterland. The area is characterised by green farmland and scattered acreage, with the nearest significant township being Gympie, reachable within a short drive to the south.

Cedar Pocket has a long agricultural heritage, with Cedar Pocket State School operating continuously since it opened in 1906, a testament to the enduring nature of the local farming community. Residents enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle surrounded by the natural beauty of the Gympie hinterland, with access to the wider services of Gympie town including shops, schools, and health facilities. The locality appeals to those seeking acreage living in a peaceful setting within commuting distance of Gympie, itself a growing regional centre with improving road connections to Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.

Cedar Pocket 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
30.57 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 Station
15 km
N/A (driving distance)

Bus Services

  • Limited school and regional services — Gympie town centre Approx. 20-30 min

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
144 km
By Train
No direct train service; drive to Gympie North then Tilt Train approx. 2 hr 30 min total
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 40 min – 2 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 45 min

🛣️ Access via Bruce Highway; Gympie is the regional service centre approx. 15 km south

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local shops or footpaths; all daily needs require driving to Gympie

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
332
▲ 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 Cedar Pocket. 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 Cedar Pocket known for? +

Cedar Pocket is known for its quiet rural farming character and long agricultural heritage. Cedar Pocket State School, which opened in 1906, reflects the locality's deep community roots in the Gympie hinterland.

How far is Cedar Pocket from Brisbane CBD? +

Cedar Pocket is approximately 144 kilometres north of Brisbane CBD, roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive via the Bruce Highway. The nearby township of Gympie is about 15 kilometres to the south.

Does Cedar Pocket have public transport? +

Cedar Pocket has very limited public transport, with no regular bus service directly serving the locality. Residents primarily rely on private vehicles, with Gympie North station offering rail connections to Brisbane and Rockhampton for those willing to drive to town.

What is the population of Cedar Pocket? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cedar Pocket had a population of approximately 332 residents, a small community spread across about 30 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Cedar Pocket a good place to live? +

Cedar Pocket suits those seeking affordable acreage living in a peaceful rural setting, within reasonable driving distance of Gympie's services and the growing Sunshine Coast region. It appeals to hobby farmers and families who value space and quiet over urban convenience.

What is the postcode for Cedar Pocket? +

The postcode for Cedar Pocket, QLD is 4570, shared with Gympie and several surrounding localities.

Is Cedar Pocket a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cedar Pocket 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.