Didcot

QLD 4621 • Queensland

85
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
126.11 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralRemoteAgriculturalPeaceful
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About Didcot

Didcot is a sparsely populated rural locality in the North Burnett Region of Queensland, covering approximately 126 square kilometres of farming and grazing country. The locality sits within the North Burnett Regional Council area, in the Wide Bay–Burnett region of central Queensland. With a 2021 Census population of 85 residents spread across a large area, Didcot is a true outback hamlet defined by its pastoral landscape and agricultural heritage.

Didcot's history is tied to the now-closed Mungar–Monto railway line, which once passed through the locality with two stations — Didcot and Chowey — that have long since been decommissioned. The surrounding land is primarily used for beef cattle grazing and mixed farming, typical of the North Burnett region. Residents rely on nearby towns for services, with Monto and Gayndah being the principal service centres in the region. Didcot appeals to those drawn to a remote rural lifestyle surrounded by the rolling Queensland countryside.

Didcot falls under postcode 4621 and is governed by the North Burnett Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Flynn, while state elections fall under the Maryborough electorate.

📍 Location

State
Postcode
4621
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-25.54°, 152.04°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
126.11 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4621

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4621 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$34,819
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,029

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4621; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
300 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
3 hrs 30 min – 4 hrs
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hrs – 3 hrs 30 min

🛣️ Car is the only practical transport; Monto (~60 km) is the nearest town with basic services

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Didcot is a remote rural locality with no services or footpaths; a car is essential for every errand

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
85
0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
508.8 / 100k
Motor vehicle theft
216.7 / 100k
Non-FV assault
942.2 / 100k
Robbery (unarmed)
9.4 / 100k
Steal from vehicle
207.3 / 100k

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Didcot known for? +

Didcot is known for its rural and pastoral character within Queensland's North Burnett Region, and for its historical connection to the Mungar–Monto railway line, which once passed through the locality with two stations now long abandoned.

How far is Didcot from Brisbane? +

Didcot is approximately 300 kilometres north-west of Brisbane CBD, making it roughly a 3.5 to 4 hour drive via the Bruce Highway and inland roads through Maryborough or Gayndah.

Does Didcot have public transport? +

Didcot has no active public transport services. The historic railway line through the locality has been closed for decades, and there are no regular bus services. A private vehicle is essential.

What is the population of Didcot? +

According to the 2021 Census, Didcot has a population of 85 residents living across approximately 126 square kilometres of rural land.

Is Didcot a good place to live? +

Didcot suits those seeking a very remote, quiet rural lifestyle in Queensland's North Burnett country. It appeals to pastoralists and farming families comfortable with long distances to services, offering wide open spaces and a true outback character.

What is the postcode for Didcot? +

The postcode for Didcot, Queensland is 4621, shared with other localities in the North Burnett Region.

Is Didcot a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Didcot is part of the North Burnett 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.