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Giru

QLD 4809 • Queensland

387
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
75.29 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalQuietTropical
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About Giru

Giru is a small rural town situated on the Haughton River, approximately 54 kilometres south-east of Townsville and 39 kilometres west-north-west of Ayr, within the Shire of Burdekin in North Queensland. Covering a substantial 75 square kilometres of predominantly sugarcane country, the locality is deeply embedded in the agricultural heritage of the Burdekin region, one of Australia's most productive cane-growing areas. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 387 residents, reflecting a tight-knit farming community that has centred on the sugar industry for generations.

The Invicta Sugar Mill at Giru is a defining landmark of the local landscape and economy, processing cane harvested from surrounding farming properties each crushing season. The town has a small service core providing basic daily needs, while larger shopping, healthcare, and education services are available in Ayr or Townsville. Life in Giru follows the rhythms of the agricultural calendar, and the area suits those who value an authentic rural Queensland lifestyle and strong community ties. The region experiences a tropical-influenced climate with warm dry winters and a wet season from approximately November through March, when the cane paddocks are at their most lush.

Giru falls under postcode 4809 and is governed by the Burdekin Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Kennedy, while state elections fall under the Burdekin electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4809
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Burdekin
Federal Electorate
Kennedy
State Electorate
Burdekin
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.53°, 147.14°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
75.29 km²
Population Density
5 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 4809

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 4809 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$58,062
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$64,950

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 4809; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Ayr / Townsville 40–60 min to Townsville

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
54 km
By Train
No direct train service to Giru; Queensland Rail services operate from Townsville
By Car (Peak)
45–60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
40–50 min

🛣️ Bruce Highway access via Ayr; primarily car-dependent locality

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A private vehicle is essential for all daily errands; the town's service core is minimal and most facilities require a drive to Ayr or Townsville

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
387
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
540.5 / 100k
2yr Down 48.6% 10yr Down 13.3%
Motor vehicle theft
270.3 / 100k
2yr Down 22.0% 10yr Up 46.3%
Non-FV assault
1,161.5 / 100k
2yr Down 15.9% 10yr Up 145.4%
Robbery (unarmed)
0 / 100k
2yr Down 100.0% 10yr Down 100.0%
Steal from vehicle
172.5 / 100k
2yr Down 47.6% 10yr Down 62.2%
View all offence categories for Burdekin →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Giru known for? +

Giru is known for the Invicta Sugar Mill, a key facility in the Burdekin region's sugar industry, and for its surrounding sugarcane farms along the Haughton River. The town is a small but integral part of one of Australia's most productive cane-growing areas.

How far is Giru from Townsville? +

Giru is approximately 54 kilometres south-east of Townsville CBD, making it around a 45–60 minute drive via the Bruce Highway and local roads.

Does Giru have public transport? +

Public transport in Giru is very limited. There is no train service; the nearest Queensland Rail access point is Townsville. Some regional bus services connect to Ayr and Townsville, but a private vehicle is the most practical option.

What is the population of Giru? +

Giru had a population of 387 people at the 2021 Census, spread across approximately 75 square kilometres of cane farming country in the Shire of Burdekin.

Is Giru a good place to live? +

Giru suits those who enjoy a quiet rural lifestyle embedded in the agricultural community of North Queensland. Its proximity to Ayr and Townsville ensures access to services, while the town itself offers a peaceful, close-knit environment shaped by the sugar industry.

What is the postcode for Giru? +

The postcode for Giru is 4809.

Is Giru a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Giru is part of the Burdekin 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.