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Corfield

QLD 4733 • Queensland

158
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
15789.53 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
OutbackRemoteRuralHistoricAgricultural
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About Corfield

Corfield is a tiny outback town and locality in the Shire of Winton, north-western Queensland, situated 83 kilometres north-west of Winton on the Kennedy Developmental Road linking Winton to Hughenden. The locality covers a vast area of approximately 15,789 square kilometres of outback station country, with a 2021 Census population of 158 across the broader locality area. It falls within the federal electorate of Maranoa and the state electorate of Gregory, reflecting its position deep in Queensland's remote outback interior.

Once a Cobb & Co coach staging point, Corfield retains its identity as a social hub for local graziers and their families across the surrounding cattle stations. The town features basic amenities including a pub and recreational facilities, and the tumbleweed-strewn Kennedy Developmental Road passes through on the way between Winton and Hughenden. Corfield is suited to those with strong ties to the land and outback cattle industry, offering a genuine taste of remote Queensland life far from urban centres.

Corfield falls under postcode 4733 and is governed by the Winton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Gregory electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4733
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Winton
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Gregory
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-21.77°, 143.50°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
15789.53 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
1380 km
By Train
No practical rail connection; Winton is the nearest rail-connected town at 83 km
By Car (Peak)
13–15 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
12–14 hrs

🛣️ Extremely remote. Winton (83 km) is the nearest town with fuel and services. The Kennedy Developmental Road is fully sealed between Winton and Hughenden.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A very remote outback locality where a vehicle is absolutely essential for all travel and services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
158
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
699.3 / 100k
2yr Up 32.6% 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
174.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 101.7%
Non-FV assault
1,136.4 / 100k
2yr Up 158.6% 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
349.6 / 100k
2yr Up 98.9% 10yr Up 303.5%
View all offence categories for Winton →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Corfield known for? +

Corfield is known as a historic former Cobb & Co coach staging point in outback Queensland, serving as a social centre for local cattle graziers and their families across the surrounding stations.

How far is Corfield from Winton? +

Corfield is approximately 83 kilometres north-west of Winton on the fully sealed Kennedy Developmental Road, typically around an hour's drive through open outback country.

Does Corfield have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving Corfield. The nearest town with limited services is Winton (83 km away), and a private vehicle is absolutely essential in this remote location.

What is the population of Corfield? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 158 in the Corfield locality area, which covers approximately 15,789 square kilometres of outback Queensland — one of the most sparsely populated areas in the country.

Is Corfield a good place to live? +

Corfield suits those with a deep connection to the outback cattle industry and a desire for genuine remote living. It offers a tight-knit community spirit but requires complete self-sufficiency, with the nearest significant services in Winton over 80 kilometres away.

What is the postcode for Corfield? +

Corfield uses postcode 4733, which covers a large area of north-western Queensland including Winton and surrounding outback localities.

Is Corfield a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Corfield is part of the Winton 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.