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Fitzgerald Creek

QLD 4860 • Queensland

98
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
12.64 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralTropicalAgriculturalQuiet
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About Fitzgerald Creek

Fitzgerald Creek is a small rural locality in Far North Queensland, situated within the Cassowary Coast Region approximately 7 kilometres west of Innisfail and 89 kilometres south of Cairns. With a population of just 98 residents according to the 2021 Census, the locality covers 12.6 square kilometres and is bounded by the Johnstone River to the south-east and east. The area is characterised by tropical agricultural land, reflecting the rich farming heritage of the Innisfail district.

The locality sits in one of Australia's wettest regions, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and sugarcane fields that have long defined the Cassowary Coast economy. Residents rely on nearby Innisfail for shopping, schools, healthcare, and services, while Cairns provides access to larger retail, entertainment, and airport facilities. The surrounding area offers proximity to the Wet Tropics World Heritage rainforest, the Johnstone River for fishing, and the Cassowary Coast's beaches and natural attractions.

Fitzgerald Creek falls under postcode 4860 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 Hill electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4860
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Cassowary Coast
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Hill
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-17.52°, 145.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
12.64 km²
Population Density
8 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4860

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4860, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,610
Median 2023–24
$48,574
▲ 22.6% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$58,435

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4860; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Greyhound Cairns–Innisfail service — Cairns / Innisfail 1 hr 15 min to Cairns from Innisfail

Commute to Cairns CBD

Distance
89 km
By Train
No direct train service; Spirit of Queensland stops at Innisfail (~7 km away)
By Car (Peak)
1 hr 10 min – 1 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
1 hr – 1 hr 15 min

🛣️ Access via Bruce Highway through Innisfail; Cairns is the nearest major city

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A rural locality with no shops or services; residents must drive to Innisfail for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
98
▲ 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 Fitzgerald Creek. 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 Fitzgerald Creek known for? +

Fitzgerald Creek is a quiet rural locality in the Cassowary Coast Region known for its tropical agricultural landscape and proximity to the Johnstone River, which forms its south-eastern and eastern boundary.

How far is Fitzgerald Creek from Cairns? +

Fitzgerald Creek is approximately 89 kilometres south of Cairns CBD, about a 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minute drive via the Bruce Highway. The nearby town of Innisfail is only about 7 kilometres away.

Does Fitzgerald Creek have public transport? +

Fitzgerald Creek has no direct public transport services. The nearest bus and long-distance rail connections are available in Innisfail, approximately 7 kilometres away, including the Spirit of Queensland rail service and Greyhound coach services.

What is the population of Fitzgerald Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, Fitzgerald Creek has a population of 98 residents spread across 12.6 square kilometres, making it a sparsely populated rural locality.

Is Fitzgerald Creek a good place to live? +

Fitzgerald Creek suits those seeking a quiet, rural tropical lifestyle close to the services of Innisfail. The area offers lush natural surroundings and proximity to the Wet Tropics World Heritage rainforest, though a car is essential for daily errands.

What is the postcode for Fitzgerald Creek? +

The postcode for Fitzgerald Creek, Queensland is 4860, which is shared with Innisfail and several surrounding localities in the Cassowary Coast Region.

Is Fitzgerald Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Fitzgerald Creek 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.