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Etna Creek

QLD 4702 • Rest of QLD

1,029
Population (2021)
$97,500
Median Household Income
69.06 km²
Area
$200/wk
Median Rent
RuralAffordable

About Etna Creek

Etna Creek is a rural locality in Livingstone Shire, Queensland, situated approximately 20 kilometres north-north-west of Rockhampton and 660 kilometres north-north-west of Brisbane. Covering 69.4 square kilometres, the locality had a population of 1,029 people at the 2021 Census, a figure significantly influenced by the presence of the Capricornia Correctional Centre, one of Queensland's major regional correctional facilities. The landscape is characterised by open grazing country and low-lying creek systems typical of the Central Queensland region.

Etna Creek's residential community is small and tightly knit, with most civilian residents working in agriculture, corrections, or commuting to Rockhampton for employment. The locality is close to The Caves, known for its remarkable limestone cave system operated as a popular tourist attraction. Rockhampton provides the full complement of urban services, schools, shopping, and health facilities within a 20-minute drive, making Etna Creek accessible despite its rural character.

Etna Creek falls under postcode 4702 and is governed by Livingstone Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mirani electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4702
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Livingstone
Federal Electorate
Capricornia
State Electorate
Mirani
Type
Rural
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-23.23°, 150.42°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
69.06 km²
Elevation
16m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$200
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,733
Avg Household Size
2.8 people
Median Age
35 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Commute to Rockhampton CBD

Distance
20 km
By Train
No local station; Rockhampton Railway Station ~20 km south
By Car (Peak)
25 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
20 min

🛣️ Car essential; access via Caves Road / Rockhampton-Yeppoon Road

Walkability Car-Dependent

Rural locality with no local shops or public transport; car required for all trips to services

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
479.3 / 100k
2yr Down 48.2% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
152.9 / 100k
2yr Down 53.2% 10yr Up 20.2%
Non-FV assault
942.5 / 100k
2yr Up 23.4% 10yr Up 197.7%
Robbery (unarmed)
13.7 / 100k
2yr Up 91.2% 10yr Up 406.0%
Steal from vehicle
241.9 / 100k
2yr Down 20.2% 10yr Down 32.8%
View all offence categories for Livingstone →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
792
Census 2021
1,029
▲ 29.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$39,312
Personal Income 2021
$49,712
▲ 26.5% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$49,712 / yr
$956/wk
Household
$97,500 / yr
$1875/wk
Family
$113,256 / yr
$2178/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 911
Born Overseas 56

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 24
  • 2. England 5
  • 3. Fiji 4
  • 4. Brazil 3
  • 5. Netherlands 3

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 110
English 98
Irish 30
Scottish 23
German 18
Australian Aboriginal 9
Dutch 5
Welsh 3

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

174
Both parents born in Australia
21
Both parents born overseas
16
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
11.9%
No Religion
7.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
6 (0.6%)
5-14 years
47 (4.6%)
15-19 years
22 (2.1%)
20-24 years
114 (11.1%)
25-34 years
307 (29.8%)
35-44 years
264 (25.7%)
45-54 years
137 (13.3%)
55-64 years
96 (9.3%)
65-74 years
14 (1.4%)
75-84 years
16 (1.6%)
85+ years
0 (0.0%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Etna Creek QLD? +

Etna Creek is a rural locality approximately 20 km north-north-west of Rockhampton in Livingstone Shire, Queensland.

What is the population of Etna Creek? +

Etna Creek had a population of 1,029 according to the 2021 Census, largely due to the presence of the Capricornia Correctional Centre.

What is the Capricornia Correctional Centre? +

The Capricornia Correctional Centre is a major Queensland correctional facility located in Etna Creek, housing medium and maximum security male prisoners.

What is near Etna Creek? +

The Caves township and limestone cave tourist attraction are nearby, and Rockhampton CBD is approximately 20 km to the south, offering full urban services.

What is the average income in Etna Creek? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Etna Creek is about $956 per week (around $49,700 per year). The median household income is $1,875 per week and the median family income is $2,178 per week.

What is the age profile of Etna Creek? +

The median age in Etna Creek is 35. The largest age group is 25–34 (307 residents, around 30%). Around 7% of residents are under 20 and about 3% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Etna Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Etna Creek is part of the Livingstone 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.

How much is rent in Etna Creek? +

In Etna Creek, the median weekly rent is $200, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,733 (2021 Census).