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Dalrymple Creek

QLD 4850 • Queensland

51
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
112.28 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Dalrymple Creek

Dalrymple Creek is a small rural locality in north Queensland, situated approximately 30 kilometres south-west of Ingham within the Hinchinbrook Shire. Covering around 112 square kilometres of tropical hinterland and cane farming country, it had a 2021 Census population of approximately 51 residents. The locality is set within the lower Burdekin and Herbert River Valley region, where sugarcane cultivation and tropical agriculture are the dominant industries.

Ingham is the nearest service town, known as the heart of Queensland's Herbert River Valley and the centre of the state's sugarcane industry, providing supermarkets, schools, healthcare, and the Italian cultural heritage that defines the region. The spectacular Wallaman Falls — Australia's highest permanent waterfall — and Girringun National Park are within the broader Hinchinbrook Shire. Dalrymple Creek suits those connected to the tropical cane farming community and the lush, warm landscapes of far north Queensland.

Dalrymple Creek falls under postcode 4850 and is governed by the Hinchinbrook Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4850
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hinchinbrook
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-18.55°, 146.50°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
112.28 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4850

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4850, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$43,617
Median 2023–24
$53,867
▲ 23.5% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,538

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4850; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Ingham Station
30 km
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Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Car required for all trips N/A

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
110 km
By Train
Queensland Rail from Ingham to Townsville (approx. 1 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 20 min - 1 hr 50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min - 1 hr 35 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway provides the main north-south route; Ingham is the nearest rail and service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Dalrymple Creek is a rural locality with no local services; a private vehicle is essential for all daily errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
51
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
553.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 29.5%
Motor vehicle theft
267.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 46.8%
Non-FV assault
2,052.1 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 378.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr — 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
214.1 / 100k
2yr Up 25.3% 10yr Down 38.2%
View all offence categories for Hinchinbrook →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dalrymple Creek known for? +

Dalrymple Creek is a quiet cane farming locality in the Herbert River Valley near Ingham, known for its tropical sugarcane country and proximity to Wallaman Falls, Australia's highest permanent waterfall.

How far is Dalrymple Creek from Ingham? +

Dalrymple Creek is approximately 30 kilometres south-west of Ingham, typically a 25 to 35 minute drive on Herbert River Valley roads.

Does Dalrymple Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport in Dalrymple Creek. The nearest Queensland Rail service is at Ingham (approximately 30 km), with Spirit of Queensland trains connecting to Townsville and Brisbane.

What is the population of Dalrymple Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Dalrymple Creek has a population of approximately 51 residents across its 112 square kilometre area in the Hinchinbrook Shire.

Is Dalrymple Creek a good place to live? +

Dalrymple Creek suits those connected to the tropical farming community of the Herbert River Valley, with Ingham's services nearby and spectacular natural attractions including Wallaman Falls within the Hinchinbrook Shire.

What is the postcode for Dalrymple Creek? +

The postcode for Dalrymple Creek, QLD is 4850.

Is Dalrymple Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Dalrymple Creek is part of the Hinchinbrook 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.