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Damascus

QLD 4671 • Queensland

96
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
53.03 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralQuietAgriculturalAffordable
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About Damascus

Damascus is a small rural locality in the Bundaberg Region of Queensland, situated approximately 50 kilometres south-west of Bundaberg and close to the town of Gin Gin. The locality falls within the Bundaberg Regional Council area and covers roughly 53 square kilometres. With a population of 96 residents at the 2021 Census, Damascus is a quiet farming community where cattle grazing and mixed agriculture are the primary land uses.

The Kolan River forms the north-eastern boundary of the locality, while Gin Gin Creek defines its south-eastern edge, providing scenic waterway frontage for nearby properties. Damascus offers a peaceful rural setting within reach of the town of Gin Gin, which has a primary school, general store, and hotel. The city of Bundaberg, with its full range of services, hospitals, and the Bundaberg Port, is about a 40-minute drive to the north-east. The region is known for its warm climate, sugarcane fields, and macadamia orchards.

Damascus falls under postcode 4671 and is governed by the Bundaberg Regional Council Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Callide electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4671
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bundaberg Regional Council
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Callide
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.08°, 151.79°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
53.03 km²
Population Density
2 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4671

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4671, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$31,294
Median 2023–24
$38,251
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,509

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4671; 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 Bundaberg

Distance
50 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
40-50 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-40 min

🛣️ Car essential; access via Damascus Road to Gin Gin, then Bundaberg-Gin Gin Road

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no shops or services; a car is essential for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
96
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
490 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
238.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 120.4%
Non-FV assault
670.3 / 100k
2yr Down 26.5% 10yr Up 64.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
8.3 / 100k
2yr Down 21.2% 10yr Stable
Steal from vehicle
364.3 / 100k
2yr Down 25.6% 10yr Up 14.8%
View all offence categories for Bundaberg Regional Council →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Damascus known for? +

Damascus is a quiet rural locality in the Bundaberg Region known for its pastoral farmland, bordered by the Kolan River and Gin Gin Creek. The area is primarily used for cattle grazing and mixed agriculture.

How far is Damascus from Bundaberg? +

Damascus is approximately 50 kilometres south-west of Bundaberg, around a 40-minute drive. The nearby town of Gin Gin is closer, about 15 kilometres to the east.

Does Damascus have public transport? +

Damascus has no public transport services. There is no rail or bus service to the locality, and a car is essential for all travel.

What is the population of Damascus? +

According to the 2021 Census, Damascus has a population of 96 people, making it a small and close-knit rural community.

Is Damascus a good place to live? +

Damascus suits those seeking an affordable, quiet rural lifestyle in Queensland's Wide Bay-Burnett region. Residents enjoy the peace of country living while being within reasonable driving distance of Gin Gin and Bundaberg for services and shopping.

What is the postcode for Damascus? +

The postcode for Damascus is 4671, shared with nearby localities including Gin Gin and Mount Perry.

Is Damascus a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Damascus is part of the Bundaberg Regional Council 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.