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Duchess

QLD 4825 • Queensland

53
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
3630.68 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralMining TownRetirees
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About Duchess

Duchess is a remote outback locality in Queensland's North West region, situated approximately 120 kilometres south of Mount Isa in the Mount Isa Mines local government area. With a population of just 53 residents spread across a vast 3,630 square kilometres of arid land, it is one of the most sparsely populated localities in the state. The area is characterised by wide open plains, red earth, and a landscape shaped by decades of pastoral and mining activity. Duchess sits at the crossroads of the Duchess Road linking Mount Isa to the south-east.

Life in Duchess revolves around the land and the tight-knit spirit common to remote Queensland communities. The locality takes its name from the historic Duchess Mine, a significant part of the region's rich mineral heritage. Residents rely on nearby Mount Isa for schools, hospitals, shopping, and most services. The area offers an authentic outback experience, with clear night skies, dramatic sunsets, and a quietude that draws those seeking a true off-grid lifestyle or working in the region's pastoral industries.

Duchess falls under postcode 4825 and is governed by the Cloncurry Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Barkly electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4825
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cloncurry
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Barkly
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-21.02°, 137.43°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
3630.68 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4825

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4825, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$67,907
Median 2023–24
$77,876
▲ 14.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$88,180

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4825; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Mount Isa

Distance
120 km
By Train
No train service
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 20 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 10 min

🛣️ Duchess Road connects south from Mount Isa; no public transport available

Walkability Car Dependent

Extremely remote locality; private vehicle essential for all travel

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
53
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
613.1 / 100k
2yr Down 21.3% 10yr Down 43.6%
Motor vehicle theft
511 / 100k
2yr Up 227.9% 10yr Up 432.2%
Non-FV assault
3,755.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 172.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
383.2 / 100k
2yr Up 22.9% 10yr Down 14.5%
View all offence categories for Cloncurry →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Duchess, QLD located? +

Duchess is a remote outback locality approximately 120 kilometres south of Mount Isa in North West Queensland, in the Mount Isa Mines local government area.

What is the population of Duchess? +

At the 2021 Census, Duchess had a population of 53 people, making it one of the most sparsely populated localities in Queensland.

Are there schools in Duchess? +

There are no schools in Duchess. The nearest primary schools are Happy Valley State School to the north and Dajarra State School to the south, with Mount Isa providing full schooling facilities.

What is Duchess known for? +

Duchess is known for its remote outback character and the historic Duchess Mine, which contributed to the region's rich mineral heritage. The area is also known for pastoral farming across its vast open plains.

Is Duchess a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Duchess is part of the Cloncurry 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.