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East Feluga

QLD 4854 • Queensland

266
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
21.77 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralTropicalAgriculturalPeaceful
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About East Feluga

East Feluga is a rural locality in the Cassowary Coast Region of tropical North Queensland, situated approximately 11 kilometres north-east of Tully and around 135 kilometres south of Cairns. The locality covers approximately 22 square kilometres and is bounded to the east by the Walter Hall Range, to the south by Tully Mission Beach Road, and to the north-west by the Bruce Highway and North Coast railway line. With a population of 266 at the 2021 Census, East Feluga is a small and dispersed rural community in one of Australia's wettest regions.

The area's tropical climate — characterised by high annual rainfall and warm temperatures year-round — supports banana and sugarcane farming, which dominate the local agricultural landscape. The nearby town of Tully provides residents with schools, supermarkets, a hospital, and community services, while Mission Beach is approximately 25 kilometres to the east. East Feluga's lush tropical setting, proximity to World Heritage rainforest, and access to the Cassowary Coast's natural attractions make it appealing to those seeking a quiet lifestyle immersed in North Queensland's spectacular environment.

East Feluga falls under postcode 4854 and is governed by the Cassowary Coast Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Hinchinbrook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4854
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cassowary Coast
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hinchinbrook
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-18.02°, 145.84°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
21.77 km²
Population Density
12 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4854

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4854, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$40,100
Median 2023–24
$48,918
▲ 22.0% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$59,266

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4854; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound / regional coach — Cairns / Townsville 2 hrs to Cairns, 2.5 hrs to Townsville

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
135 km
By Train
No passenger rail to East Feluga; Queensland Rail Tilt Train stops at Tully (~11 km) with services to Cairns (~2 hrs)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 30 min – 1 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr 20 min – 1 hr 35 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway provides the main road access; Tully is the primary local service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local shops or services — a car is essential for all daily needs, with Tully being the nearest service centre

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
266
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
714 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
201.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 11.2%
Non-FV assault
1,528.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 160.3%
Robbery (unarmed)
22.7 / 100k
2yr Up 240.4% 10yr Up 33.1%
Steal from vehicle
214.2 / 100k
2yr Down 16.6% 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Cassowary Coast →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Feluga known for? +

East Feluga is known for its tropical agricultural landscape, particularly banana and sugarcane farming, and its location within the Cassowary Coast Region — one of Australia's highest rainfall areas. The surrounding district borders World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics rainforest.

How far is East Feluga from Cairns? +

East Feluga is approximately 135 kilometres south of Cairns, a drive of around 1 hour 30 minutes along the Bruce Highway.

Does East Feluga have public transport? +

East Feluga has no regular public transport or railway station. The North Coast railway line passes nearby but does not stop at East Feluga; the closest passenger rail access is at Tully, approximately 11 kilometres away. Greyhound and regional coach services operate along the Bruce Highway corridor.

What is the population of East Feluga? +

According to the 2021 Census, East Feluga had a population of 266 people, spread across approximately 22 square kilometres of tropical farmland in the Cassowary Coast Region of Queensland.

Is East Feluga a good place to live? +

East Feluga offers a lush, tropical rural lifestyle for those who appreciate the natural beauty of Far North Queensland, with Tully's services close by and Mission Beach a short drive to the east. It suits those involved in agriculture or seeking an immersive tropical environment away from city life.

What is the postcode for East Feluga? +

The postcode for East Feluga, Queensland is 4854.

Is East Feluga a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. East Feluga is part of the Cassowary Coast 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.