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Deeral

QLD 4871 • Queensland

151
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
21.11 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCoastal HinterlandQuietNature
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About Deeral

Deeral is a small rural and coastal locality in Queensland's Cairns Region, situated approximately 44 kilometres south-south-east of Cairns city. With a population of around 151 residents, the locality occupies a distinctive J-shaped boundary near the Mulgrave River and is set against the scenic backdrop of the Bellenden Ker Range. The area sits within the federal Division of Kennedy and the state electorate of Mulgrave, reflecting its regional character.

The local economy is centred on sugarcane farming, which dominates the flat coastal plains of the Cairns hinterland. Residents have access to amenities and schools in the nearby towns of Babinda (15km north) and Gordonvale. The locality is close to natural attractions including the Bellenden Ker Range National Park and the Mulgrave River, popular for fishing and kayaking. Deeral appeals to those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle within an easy drive of Cairns' services and the Great Barrier Reef.

Deeral falls under postcode 4871 and is governed by the Cairns Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Leichhardt, while state elections fall under the Traeger electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4871
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cairns
Federal Electorate
Leichhardt
State Electorate
Traeger
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-16.93°, 145.99°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
21.11 km²
Population Density
7 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4871

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4871, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$38,070
Median 2023–24
$46,529
▲ 22.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$57,771

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4871; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Trans North regional coach — Cairns via Bruce Highway ~45 min

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
44 km
By Bus
~55 min via Bruce Highway coach service
By Car (Peak)
~40 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~35 min

🛣️ No rail service. Access via the Bruce Highway. Private vehicle is the primary transport mode for daily needs.

Walkability Car-Dependent

No walkable amenities within the locality. All services require a drive to Babinda or Gordonvale.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
151
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
2,489.3 / 100k
2yr Down 18.8% 10yr Up 19.6%
Motor vehicle theft
602.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 51.9%
Non-FV assault
2,214 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 207.8%
Robbery (unarmed)
53.6 / 100k
2yr Down 36.0% 10yr Up 49.4%
Steal from vehicle
529.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 39.5%
View all offence categories for Cairns →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Deeral known for? +

Deeral is known for its sugarcane farming on the flat coastal plains south of Cairns, and its proximity to the World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics rainforest. The locality sits between Babinda to the north and the Coral Sea coastline to the east.

How far is Deeral from Cairns? +

Deeral is approximately 44 kilometres south of the Cairns CBD, about a 35–40 minute drive via the Bruce Highway.

Does Deeral have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport serving Deeral. Babinda, about 15 kilometres to the north, is the nearest town with some services and bus connections.

What is the population of Deeral? +

The 2021 Census recorded approximately 151 residents in Deeral, a small rural farming locality in the Cairns Region of Far North Queensland.

Is Deeral a good place to live? +

Deeral suits those seeking a quiet tropical rural lifestyle south of Cairns, involved in sugarcane or farming operations. The surroundings offer beautiful rainforest and coastal scenery, with Cairns' full services accessible by a short drive.

What is the postcode for Deeral? +

The postcode for Deeral is 4871, shared with the broader Cairns Regional area of Far North Queensland.

Is Deeral a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Deeral is part of the Cairns 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.