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Cooee Bay

QLD 4703 • Queensland

942
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
0.71 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
BeachsideCoastalQuietCapricorn CoastAffordable
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About Cooee Bay

Cooee Bay is a small coastal locality in the Livingstone Shire of Central Queensland, situated approximately 3.2 kilometres south-east of Yeppoon and 42.5 kilometres north-east of Rockhampton on the Capricorn Coast. With a population of 942 at the 2021 census and a median household income of around 0,828, the locality has a compact footprint of just 0.71 square kilometres fronting the Coral Sea. It is separated from neighbouring Yeppoon by Ross Creek, a popular local fishing spot, and is bounded to the south by the suburb of Lammermoor. The area features several headlands including Wave Point, Keppel Outlook, and Wreck Point.

Cooee Bay offers a relaxed beachside lifestyle that is typical of the Capricorn Coast, with direct beach and Coral Sea access and a quiet residential character. Residents are within easy reach of Yeppoon's town centre, which provides supermarkets, cafes, restaurants, schools, and medical services. The broader Capricorn Coast area is popular with holidaymakers and sea-changers alike, with attractions including Great Keppel Island, Keppel Bay Marina, and the Capricorn Coast National Park nearby. The locality suits those seeking a low-key beachside home away from the crowds of more heavily touristed Queensland coastal towns.

Cooee Bay falls under postcode 4703 and is governed by the Livingstone Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Capricornia, while state elections fall under the Keppel electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4703
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Livingstone
Federal Electorate
Capricornia
State Electorate
Keppel
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.07°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
0.71 km²
Population Density
1,321 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4703

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4703, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,828
Median 2023–24
$62,517
▲ 23.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$81,273

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4703; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Yeppoon – Rockhampton bus services — Rockhampton CBD Approx 50–60 min

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
42 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest station is Rockhampton (42 km west)
By Car (Peak)
40–55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35–45 min

🛣️ Yeppoon Road is the main route west to Rockhampton; Yeppoon township is a 5-minute drive and provides most daily services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Limited local amenities; most shopping and services require driving to Yeppoon town centre, about 5 minutes away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
942
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
479.3 / 100k
2yr Down 48.2% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
152.9 / 100k
2yr Down 53.2% 10yr Up 20.2%
Non-FV assault
942.5 / 100k
2yr Up 23.4% 10yr Up 197.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.7 / 100k
2yr Up 91.2% 10yr Up 406.0%
Steal from vehicle
241.9 / 100k
2yr Down 20.2% 10yr Down 32.8%
View all offence categories for Livingstone →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cooee Bay known for? +

Cooee Bay is known for its quiet, unspoiled Coral Sea beaches on the Capricorn Coast, its several scenic headlands including Wave Point and Keppel Outlook, and Ross Creek — a popular fishing spot that forms the natural boundary with neighbouring Yeppoon.

How far is Cooee Bay from Rockhampton CBD? +

Cooee Bay is approximately 42.5 kilometres north-east of Rockhampton CBD, a drive of around 40 to 55 minutes via Yeppoon Road depending on traffic.

Does Cooee Bay have public transport? +

Cooee Bay is accessible via bus services connecting Yeppoon and Rockhampton, though local services within Cooee Bay itself are limited. A private vehicle is strongly recommended for day-to-day living.

What is the population of Cooee Bay? +

According to the 2021 Census, Cooee Bay had a population of 942 people, making it a small residential and beachside locality on the Capricorn Coast.

Is Cooee Bay a good place to live? +

Cooee Bay is well suited to retirees, families, and sea-changers looking for a quiet beachside lifestyle with affordable property prices. Its proximity to Yeppoon provides easy access to shops and services, while the Coral Sea coastline and nearby Great Keppel Island offer excellent outdoor recreation.

What is the postcode for Cooee Bay? +

The postcode for Cooee Bay, QLD is 4703, which is shared with Yeppoon and surrounding localities.

Is Cooee Bay a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Cooee Bay is part of the Livingstone 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.