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Coral Sea

QLD 4740 • Queensland

78
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
191.52 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
CoastalRural
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About Coral Sea

Coral Sea is a coastal and marine locality in Queensland, located off the coast of the Mackay region with postcode 4740. The locality encompasses the waters and nearby coastal areas of the Coral Sea, one of Australia's most iconic and ecologically significant marine environments. With a very small permanent population, it functions primarily as an administrative locality designation for the extensive ocean territory stretching east of Queensland's coast.

The Coral Sea is renowned for its outstanding marine biodiversity, forming part of the Coral Sea Commonwealth Marine Reserve — one of the largest marine protected areas in the world. The region is a destination for experienced divers, game fishing enthusiasts, and researchers attracted by its pristine reefs and rich wildlife. The offshore islands and reefs are protected under federal environmental law, making this one of Australia's premier conservation zones.

Coral Sea falls under postcode 4740. 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
N/A
Federal Electorate
Dawson
State Electorate
Whitsunday
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-22.51°, 151.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
191.52 km²
Population Density
0 /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

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
970 km
By Train
N/A
By Car (Peak)
N/A
By Car (Off-Peak)
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🛣️ Marine and offshore locality; not accessible by road

Walkability N/A

Marine locality — not applicable for walkability

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
78
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Coral Sea locality in Queensland? +

Coral Sea (postcode 4740) is an administrative locality designation for the ocean territory off the coast of Mackay in Queensland, encompassing part of the Coral Sea marine region.

Is the Coral Sea locality accessible? +

The Coral Sea locality is a marine area and is not accessible by road. Access is by boat or air, primarily used for fishing, diving, and scientific research.

What is the Coral Sea Commonwealth Marine Reserve? +

The Coral Sea Commonwealth Marine Reserve is one of the largest marine protected areas in the world, protecting the Coral Sea's biodiversity including reefs, fish species, and sea turtles.

What is the population of Coral Sea? +

Coral Sea had a population of 78 at the 2021 Census.