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Coalstoun Lakes

QLD 4621 • Queensland

99
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
51.61 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Coalstoun Lakes

Coalstoun Lakes is a small rural town and locality in the North Burnett Region of Queensland, situated approximately 20 kilometres south-west of Biggenden and 235 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. With a population of 99 at the 2021 Census, the locality spans 51.6 square kilometres of agricultural land in the Wide Bay–Burnett region. The name 'Coalstoun' is a corruption of 'Colstoun', the ancestral Scottish home of the Brown family who were early pioneers of the district.

The standout feature of Coalstoun Lakes is the nearby Coalstoun Lakes National Park, which protects Mount Le Brun — an extinct volcano rising 200 metres above the surrounding cultivated valley. Formed over 600,000 years ago, it is one of the youngest volcanic formations in Australia and its two large craters occasionally fill to form shallow lakes. The locality has a state primary school and the Coalstoun Lakes Memorial Hall, which commemorates local servicemen including a memorial to those who served in the Boer War. Residents enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle surrounded by farming country.

Coalstoun Lakes falls under postcode 4621 and is governed by the North Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4621
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
North Burnett
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Maryborough
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.54°, 152.04°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
51.61 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4621

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4621 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$34,819
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,029

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4621; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Biggenden / Bundaberg Varies

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
235 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Bundaberg (approximately 100 km away)
By Car (Peak)
3.5 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hrs

🛣️ Access via the Isis Highway. Biggenden (20 km) is the nearest town for basic services.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A small rural town with a primary school and memorial hall but no shops; residents drive to Biggenden or further for supplies

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
99
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
508.8 / 100k
2yr Down 32.5% 10yr Up 50.5%
Motor vehicle theft
216.7 / 100k
2yr Up 24.6% 10yr Up 188.4%
Non-FV assault
942.2 / 100k
2yr Up 10.8% 10yr Up 144.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
9.4 / 100k
2yr Down 51.2% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
207.3 / 100k
2yr Down 23.4% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for North Burnett →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Coalstoun Lakes known for? +

Coalstoun Lakes is best known for the nearby Coalstoun Lakes National Park, which protects Mount Le Brun — an extinct volcano with two large craters that occasionally fill with water. Formed over 600,000 years ago, it is one of the youngest volcanic formations in Australia.

How far is Coalstoun Lakes from Brisbane? +

Coalstoun Lakes is approximately 235 kilometres north-west of Brisbane, about a 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Bruce Highway and Isis Highway.

Does Coalstoun Lakes have public transport? +

Public transport to Coalstoun Lakes is very limited. There is no rail service and bus services are infrequent. A car is essential for living in this rural locality.

What is the population of Coalstoun Lakes? +

According to the 2021 Census, Coalstoun Lakes has a population of 99 people spread across 51.6 square kilometres, making it a sparsely settled rural locality in the North Burnett Region.

Is Coalstoun Lakes a good place to live? +

Coalstoun Lakes suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle surrounded by farmland and natural beauty. The nearby national park with its volcanic craters is a unique drawcard, though residents need to travel to Biggenden or Bundaberg for most services and shopping.

What is the postcode for Coalstoun Lakes? +

The postcode for Coalstoun Lakes, Queensland is 4621.

Is Coalstoun Lakes a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Coalstoun Lakes is part of the North Burnett 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.