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Electra

QLD 4670 • Queensland

103
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
27.17 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalPeaceful
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About Electra

Electra is a rural locality in Queensland's Bundaberg Region, situated approximately 17 kilometres south-east of Bundaberg in the coastal hinterland of Wide Bay–Burnett. With a 2021 Census population of 103 residents spread across around 27 square kilometres, it is a sparsely settled farming area typical of the region's extensive agricultural landscape. The locality falls within the Bundaberg Region local government area and the federal electorate of Hinkler, which covers much of the Wide Bay–Burnett region.

Electra reflects the strong agricultural heritage of the Bundaberg Region, with the surrounding countryside characterised by sugarcane farming and mixed farming operations. The area once had a local school — Electra State School — which operated from 1892 until its closure in 1966, a reminder of the locality's earlier farming settlement history. Residents rely on Bundaberg for all major services, including shopping, healthcare, and education, with the regional centre's CBD, hospital, and Hinkler Central shopping precinct all within a comfortable 20-minute drive.

Electra falls under postcode 4670 and is governed by the Bundaberg Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Hinkler, while state elections fall under the Burnett electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4670
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Bundaberg
Federal Electorate
Hinkler
State Electorate
Burnett
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-24.89°, 152.30°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
27.17 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4670

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4670, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$41,872
Median 2023–24
$50,723
▲ 21.1% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,074

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4670; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional bus services — Bundaberg CBD 25-35 min

Commute to Bundaberg CBD

Distance
17 km
By Train
No direct rail service; nearest passenger rail at Bundaberg station
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
18-25 min

🛣️ Car is the primary mode of transport; Bundaberg is the nearest service centre with a regional airport

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Electra is a dispersed rural locality with no local 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
103
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Bundaberg Local Government Area, which contains Electra. 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 →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Electra known for? +

Electra is known as a quiet rural farming locality in the Bundaberg Region, set amid the sugarcane and mixed farming country typical of Wide Bay–Burnett. The area has historical roots in the region's agricultural settlement, with Electra State School operating from 1892 to 1966.

How far is Electra from Bundaberg? +

Electra is approximately 17 kilometres south-east of Bundaberg CBD, a drive of around 20 to 30 minutes along regional roads.

Does Electra have public transport? +

Electra has very limited public transport. There is no passenger rail service in the locality, and bus services are minimal. A private vehicle is essential for accessing services in Bundaberg.

What is the population of Electra? +

According to the 2021 Census, Electra has a population of 103 residents across a land area of approximately 27 square kilometres, making it a sparsely settled rural locality in the Bundaberg Region.

Is Electra a good place to live? +

Electra suits those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle within reach of Bundaberg's services. The locality offers a peaceful farming community atmosphere, though residents will need a car for all daily errands and rely on Bundaberg for shopping, healthcare, and education.

What is the postcode for Electra? +

The postcode for Electra, Queensland is 4670.

Is Electra a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Electra is part of the Bundaberg 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.