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Chelona

QLD 4740 • Queensland

120
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
9.82 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFamily-FriendlyAffordable
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About Chelona

Chelona is a small rural locality situated in the Mackay Region of Queensland, approximately 16.6 kilometres south of the Mackay CBD. The locality covers an area of about 9.8 square kilometres and had a population of just 120 people at the 2021 census, reflecting its quiet, agricultural character. Chelona lies within the fertile coastal zone south of Mackay, an area historically associated with sugar cane farming and mixed farming activities.

Life in Chelona revolves around the rural community, with residents primarily engaged in farming or commuting to Mackay for work and services. The locality is home to Chelona State School, which serves the local and surrounding farming community. The area offers a tranquil lifestyle with easy access to Mackay's beaches, shopping, and amenities within a short drive. Neighbouring localities include Rosella, Sandiford, and McEwens Beach, which lies just to the north and offers coastal recreation.

Chelona falls under postcode 4740 and is governed by the Mackay Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Dawson, while state elections fall under the Whitsunday electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4740
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mackay
Federal Electorate
Dawson
State Electorate
Whitsunday
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-21.26°, 149.06°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
9.82 km²
Population Density
12 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4740

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4740, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$56,413
Median 2023–24
$68,683
▲ 21.8% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$84,174

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4740; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Mackay Transit Coaches — Mackay CBD 25-35 min

Commute to Mackay CBD

Distance
16.6 km
By Train
No local train service; Mackay station is 16km north
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
18 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway provides main road access north to Mackay; car is the primary transport option

Walkability Car Dependent

Rural farming locality with no pedestrian infrastructure; car essential

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
120
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
694.6 / 100k
2yr Down 16.1% 10yr Down 34.3%
Motor vehicle theft
316.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 42.1%
Non-FV assault
1,256 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 128.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.2 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Up 110.6%
Steal from vehicle
716.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Mackay →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Chelona QLD? +

Chelona is a small rural locality in the Mackay Region of Queensland, approximately 16.6 kilometres south of Mackay.

What school is in Chelona QLD? +

Chelona State School serves the local rural community, providing primary education for children in Chelona and surrounding localities.

What is Chelona known for? +

Chelona is a quiet agricultural locality south of Mackay, historically associated with the sugar cane and mixed farming activities typical of the Mackay coastal region.

How far is Chelona from Mackay? +

Chelona is approximately 16.6 kilometres south of Mackay CBD, roughly a 20-30 minute drive via the Bruce Highway.

Is Chelona a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Chelona is part of the Mackay 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.

What is the population of Chelona? +

Chelona had a population of 120 at the 2021 Census.