Federal
QLD 4568 • Queensland
About Federal
Federal is a small rural locality in the Shire of Noosa, situated in the Sunshine Coast hinterland approximately 16 kilometres west of Cooroy and 143 kilometres north of Brisbane. With a population of 365 at the 2021 Census, the locality covers around 26 square kilometres of gently undulating hinterland country. The median household income is relatively modest, reflecting the rural and semi-subsistence character of many landholdings in the area. Housing consists primarily of acreage properties and hobby farms, attracting residents who value space and a quieter lifestyle away from the coast.
Federal is part of the broader Sunshine Coast hinterland, sharing a quiet, nature-focused lifestyle with nearby towns such as Cooroy and Pomona. Residents typically rely on private vehicles for shopping and services, with Cooroy providing the nearest town centre facilities including supermarkets, cafes, and the Cooroy train station on the Sunshine Coast rail line. The surrounding countryside, with its rolling green hills and connections to Noosa hinterland roads, appeals to those seeking rural living within an easy drive of the Sunshine Coast's beaches and attractions.
Federal falls under postcode 4568 and is governed by the Noosa Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Longman, while state elections fall under the Noosa electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 4568
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4568, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4568; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Limited rural services — Cooroy / Pomona Varies
Commute to Brisbane CBD
🛣️ Primarily car-dependent; Bruce Highway is the main route south to Brisbane
Federal has no walkable town centre; a car is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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40 Middle Creek Rd
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Station Street
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Crime Statistics LGA-wide
These are the latest rates for the Noosa Local Government Area, which contains Federal. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.