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Eungella

QLD 4757 • Queensland

190
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
42.44 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
MountainHinterlandRuralBushlandQuiet
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About Eungella

Eungella is a small mountain township and locality in the Mackay Region of Queensland, perched at approximately 686 metres above sea level in the mist-shrouded Clarke Range about 80 kilometres west of Mackay. The locality covers around 42 square kilometres and has a population of approximately 190 residents, sitting at the head of the scenic Pioneer Valley within the Mirani state electorate. Eungella's cool, elevated climate and lush subtropical surroundings make it one of the most distinctive communities in Central Queensland.

Eungella is best known as the gateway to Eungella National Park, which protects Australia's longest, oldest stretch of subtropical rainforest across 51,700 hectares and harbours remarkable endemic wildlife — including the Eungella honeyeater, the Eungella spiny crayfish, and the critically endangered Eungella day frog. The locality is renowned throughout Australia as one of the most reliable places to observe wild platypus, particularly at Broken River, drawing nature tourists from across the country. The township offers a small store and guesthouse accommodation, with major services and shopping accessed in Mackay.

Eungella falls under postcode 4757 and is governed by the Mackay Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Capricornia, while state elections fall under the Mirani electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4757
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Mackay
Federal Electorate
Capricornia
State Electorate
Mirani
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-21.05°, 148.50°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
42.44 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4757

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4757 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$44,927
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$63,520

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4757; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular service — Mackay (limited/seasonal) Approx 1h 30m by car

Commute to Mackay CBD

Distance
80 km
By Train
No direct train service; Spirit of Queensland long-distance service from Mackay to Brisbane
By Car (Peak)
1h 15m - 1h 45m
By Car (Off-Peak)
1h - 1h 15m

🛣️ Access via Eungella Dam Road and Mackay-Eungella Road through the Pioneer Valley; winding mountain road

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential; the small township has minimal facilities and all major services require a significant drive to Mackay

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
190
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
694.6 / 100k
2yr Down 16.1% 10yr Down 34.3%
Motor vehicle theft
316.5 / 100k
2yr Down 17.0% 10yr Up 42.1%
Non-FV assault
1,256 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 128.6%
Robbery (unarmed)
16.2 / 100k
2yr Down 26.7% 10yr Up 110.6%
Steal from vehicle
716.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Mackay →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eungella QLD known for? +

Eungella is famous throughout Australia as one of the most reliable spots to observe wild platypus, particularly at Broken River within Eungella National Park. The area is also renowned for its vast subtropical rainforest — the longest, oldest stretch in Australia — and for unique endemic species including the Eungella honeyeater and the endangered Eungella day frog.

How far is Eungella from Mackay? +

Eungella is approximately 80 kilometres west of Mackay, a drive of around 1 to 1.5 hours via the Mackay-Eungella Road through the Pioneer Valley. The route is scenic but involves winding mountain roads as you ascend into the Clarke Range.

Does Eungella have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport service to Eungella. A private vehicle is essential, and the township is only accessible via the mountain road through the Pioneer Valley. Long-distance Spirit of Queensland rail services stop at Mackay, approximately 80km away.

What is the population of Eungella QLD? +

Eungella (Queensland) had a population of approximately 190 people according to the 2021 Census, making it a very small mountain community in the Mackay Region.

Is Eungella a good place to live? +

Eungella suits nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and those seeking a genuinely remote lifestyle in the mountains of Central Queensland. The cool climate, rainforest surroundings, and extraordinary wildlife are unique draws, but residents must be comfortable with significant isolation and a long drive to Mackay for most services.

What is the postcode for Eungella QLD? +

The postcode for Eungella, Queensland is 4757.

Is Eungella a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Eungella is part of the Mackay 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.

What is the population of Eungella? +

Eungella had a population of 190 at the 2021 Census.