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Dalbeg

QLD 4807 • Queensland

32
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
40.16 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralFarmingTropicalSugarcane
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About Dalbeg

Dalbeg is a tiny rural locality in the Burdekin Shire of north Queensland, situated on the banks of the Burdekin River approximately 30 kilometres inland from the coastal townships of Ayr and Home Hill. With a population of just 32 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, it is one of Queensland's most sparsely populated localities, spread across 40 square kilometres of tropical agricultural land. The area is known for sugarcane and grain farming, and residents are predominantly rural landholders and farming families. It falls within the federal electorate of Kennedy and state electorate of Burdekin.

Life in Dalbeg centres on farming and the broad network of rural community ties common to the Burdekin region. The locality's position along the Burdekin River offers scenic natural surroundings, with wetlands and birdlife characteristic of tropical north Queensland. Residents travel to Ayr (approximately 30 km) for schooling, shopping, and medical services, or to Townsville (~90 km north) for major needs. The region's warm climate and agricultural landscape make it an appealing base for those committed to rural and farming lifestyles.

Dalbeg falls under postcode 4807 and is governed by the Burdekin Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Burdekin electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4807
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Burdekin
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Burdekin
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.91°, 147.13°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
40.16 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4807

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4807, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$45,760
Median 2023–24
$56,502
▲ 23.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,872

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4807; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Ayr / Townsville 30 min / 90 min by car

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
N/A — no nearby station
By Bus
No direct bus service
By Car (Peak)
~1 hr to Townsville CBD
By Car (Off-Peak)
~55 min to Townsville CBD

🛣️ Car is the only practical transport option. Nearest town is Ayr (~30 km). Townsville is the nearest major centre.

Walkability Car Dependent

No walkable amenities. Residents are reliant entirely on private vehicles for all daily activities.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
32
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
540.5 / 100k
2yr Down 48.6% 10yr Down 13.3%
Motor vehicle theft
270.3 / 100k
2yr Down 22.0% 10yr Up 46.3%
Non-FV assault
1,161.5 / 100k
2yr Down 15.9% 10yr Up 145.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
172.5 / 100k
2yr Down 47.6% 10yr Down 62.2%
View all offence categories for Burdekin →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dalbeg known for? +

Dalbeg is known for its sugarcane farming on the fertile Burdekin River flats, one of Queensland's largest sugarcane-producing regions. The locality's riverside position provides scenic surroundings typical of the lower Burdekin agricultural district.

How far is Dalbeg from Ayr? +

Dalbeg is approximately 30 kilometres inland from Ayr and Home Hill in the Burdekin Shire of North Queensland, about a 30-minute drive.

Does Dalbeg have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport serving Dalbeg. Residents rely on private vehicles, with Ayr and Home Hill providing the nearest range of services.

What is the population of Dalbeg? +

The 2021 Census recorded 32 residents in Dalbeg, a very small farming locality in the Burdekin Shire of North Queensland.

Is Dalbeg a good place to live? +

Dalbeg suits those involved in sugarcane or broader agricultural operations in the Burdekin district. The locality offers a quiet rural lifestyle with the river as a natural feature, but has no local amenities.

What is the postcode for Dalbeg? +

The postcode for Dalbeg is 4807, covering parts of the Burdekin Shire in North Queensland.

Is Dalbeg a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dalbeg is part of the Burdekin 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.