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Dalma

QLD 4702 • Queensland

95
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
92.90 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietSemi-Rural
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About Dalma

Dalma is a rural locality in the Rockhampton Region of Central Queensland, situated approximately 30 kilometres south of Rockhampton. With a population of 95 recorded in the 2021 Census, the locality covers around 93 square kilometres of grazing and agricultural land on the plains south of the Fitzroy River basin. The area reflects the typical character of inland Central Queensland, with broad pastoral properties and a quiet, spacious rural lifestyle.

The locality has a modest historical legacy, with a provisional school operating briefly in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Dalma's residents access services, schools and shopping in nearby Rockhampton or the closer town of Gracemere, which serves as a growing satellite community for the Rockhampton Region. The Capricorn Highway provides good road connectivity to Rockhampton to the north, while the surrounding landscape offers a peaceful rural setting suited to those involved in cattle grazing and farming.

Dalma falls under postcode 4702 and is governed by the Rockhampton Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Rockhampton electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4702
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Rockhampton
Federal Electorate
Flynn
State Electorate
Rockhampton
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.28°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
92.90 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4702

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4702, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$49,286
Median 2023–24
$61,737
▲ 25.3% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,932

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4702; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
No direct train service from Dalma
By Car (Peak)
30-40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25-30 min

🛣️ Good road access via Capricorn Highway to Rockhampton. Gracemere (15 km) is the nearest service centre.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local shops or services; a car is essential for all daily needs

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
95
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
1,754.7 / 100k
2yr Down 25.3% 10yr Up 34.6%
Motor vehicle theft
626.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 172.5%
Non-FV assault
2,283.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 206.0%
Robbery (unarmed)
37.1 / 100k
2yr Down 40.8% 10yr Up 25.8%
Steal from vehicle
969 / 100k
2yr Up 17.2% 10yr Up 20.7%
View all offence categories for Rockhampton →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dalma known for? +

Dalma is a quiet rural locality in Central Queensland known for its cattle grazing and agricultural properties on the plains south of Rockhampton. The area has a modest historical legacy, with a provisional school that operated in the late 1800s.

How far is Dalma from Rockhampton? +

Dalma is approximately 30 kilometres south of Rockhampton CBD, making it about a 25 to 40-minute drive depending on traffic conditions.

Does Dalma have public transport? +

Dalma has no regular public transport services. Residents rely on private vehicles to access Rockhampton and the closer service centre of Gracemere, approximately 15 kilometres away.

What is the population of Dalma? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dalma has a population of 95 residents across approximately 93 square kilometres, reflecting its spacious rural character.

Is Dalma a good place to live? +

Dalma offers a peaceful rural lifestyle within reasonable driving distance of Rockhampton's services and employment. It suits those seeking space, quiet and a connection to the land in Central Queensland.

What is the postcode for Dalma? +

The postcode for Dalma is 4702.

Is Dalma a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dalma is part of the Rockhampton 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.